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FDA Official's Controversial Vaccine Claims Spark Public Concerns

11/30/2025

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Dr. Vinay Prasad, a senior FDA official, announced changes to the vaccine approval process and claimed Covid-19 vaccination caused 10 child deaths.
Critics say Prasad misuses data from the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS), which is unverified.
FDA findings have not been peer-reviewed, and experts warn the memo could mislead the public.
Despite these claims, extensive research indicates Covid vaccines are safe for children and reduce severe illness.

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Story summary

Dr. Vinay Prasad, a senior FDA official, announced changes to the vaccine approval process and claimed Covid-19 vaccination caused 10 child deaths.
Critics say Prasad misuses data from the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS), which is unverified.
FDA findings have not been peer-reviewed, and experts warn the memo could mislead the public.
Despite these claims, extensive research indicates Covid vaccines are safe for children and reduce severe illness.