Why a Hep B birth dose?
Hepatitis B can pass from mom to baby at birth—even when moms don’t know they’re infected. That’s why the Hep B vaccine is safely given in the first hours of life.
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Hepatitis B can pass from mom to baby at birth—even when moms don’t know they’re infected. That’s why the Hep B vaccine is safely given in the first hours of life.
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HPV vaccines are safe, effective, and protect against cancer. We fact-check claims about placebo use, trial deaths, and long-term risks.
Do vaccines contain RoundUp? A viral video says yes—but flawed testing and basic science say no. There’s no credible evidence glyphosate is in childhood vaccines.
Do COVID vaccines cause cancer? A viral video claims they do—but there’s no scientific evidence. Learn why experts say the cancer spike claim just doesn’t hold up.
Was harmful DNA in HPV vaccines hidden? Claims of DNA contamination ignore scientific facts. See why experts confirm HPV vaccines are safe and protect against cancer.
Is hidden DNA in COVID vaccines harming your health? Claims of DNA contamination ignore science. Learn why mRNA vaccines can’t alter genes or cause cancer.
Are HPV vaccines worth the risk? This post debunks claims of severe side effects and misinformation on cervical cancer, highlighting robust evidence that supports the vaccine’s life-saving benefits.
Do COVID vaccines cause cancer? Myths misuse science, but no evidence links vaccines to cancer. mRNA vaccines can’t alter DNA. Discover the facts.
Do HPV vaccines cause cancer? We debunk claims by Dr. Pierre Kory, explaining how the HPV vaccine prevents cancer and why it can’t cause HPV infections or increase cancer risk.