'Unprofessional and irresponsible': Doctor reacts to FDA's memo on Covid vaccine

Vaccine Safety Concerns - An FDA memo claimed 10 children died after receiving the COVID vaccine between 2021 and 2024, based on reports to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System [1] - The FDA's claims lack supporting evidence such as autopsy data, infection status, or detailed case reports [4][5] - Experts criticize the FDA's approach as unprofessional and irresponsible for not publishing findings in a peer-reviewed journal [5][6] Myocarditis and Vaccine Link - Myocarditis, or inflammation of the heart muscle, can be caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus [8] - The COVID vaccine has been linked to mild myocarditis in some individuals, primarily 16-29 year old males, after the second dose [8] - The FDA is claiming the vaccine caused severe and fatal myocarditis in some children, but needs to provide evidence [8][9] Changes in Vaccine Review Process and Trust in Authorities - The director of the FDA's vaccine division has proposed new changes to the vaccine review process [9] - Concerns arise regarding the CDC's Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP) due to the appointment of individuals with anti-vaccine views [10][11] - The medical and scientific community expresses distrust in the ACIP and CDC for providing valid information and advice [12] Alternative Information Sources - Professional societies and centers are working to provide evidence-based information and good medical practices regarding vaccines [13]