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In July, ob-gyn Kay Roussos-Ross, MD, FACOG, joined an unbalanced panel hosted by the FDA to review use of SSRIs during pregnancy. She emphasized the importance of treating depression during pregnancy and urged decision makers to focus on the data and facts, not bias. #WIMMonth #MisinformationMonday
September 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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In an essay in the Green Journal, Roshni Grace Ray, MD, reflected on how overwhelming misinformation can be in the exam room, and why meeting patients with empathy is essential to building trust and sharing facts. https://bit.ly/4noV3il #WiMMonth #MisinformationMonday
September 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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It's #MisinformationMonday! Today we're talking autism and vaccines. Some people claim that the fact that they didn't see autistic people when they were growing up, but do now when children receive more vaccines, proves vaccines cause autism. This is false.
July 13, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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April 1, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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Some folks claim that mRNA vaccines are unsafe, alter DNA, lower fertility, and lead to immune disorders and cancer. These claims are simply untrue. Hundreds of studies have shown COVID-19 vaccines are safe and help protect against severe COVID-19 disease.

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May 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Happy #MisinformationMonday! Today's topic: new vaccines. A new Lyme disease vaccine is sparking false claims online, including that it is unsafe, that mRNA vaccines are unsafe, and even that tick counts have increased because the vaccine maker released boxes of ticks into the wild to create demand.
April 13, 2026 at 4:09 PM
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It's #MisinformationMonday, the day we tackle false or misleading claims about vaccines! Today's claim is that the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine causes measles. This is misleading and stems from the vaccine's insert which lists "atypical measles" as a side effect.
June 9, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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A myth is circulating online that claims COVID-19 vaccines lead to miscarriage. This is false. There is no difference in miscarriage rate between vaccinated and unvaccinated pregnant people. COVID vaccines are safe and important to get during pregnancy. #MisinformationMonday

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April 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Happy Monday! We're back with another round of #MisinformationMonday. Today's topic? The hepatitis B birth dose.

Some people wonder why a vaccine to protect against hepatitis B is recommended for babies at birth. The truth is, hepatitis B is not just a sexually transmitted infection.
August 25, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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The truth is, it is not scientifically possible for the COVID vaccine to cause hantavirus. Hantavirus is an entirely different virus from COVID and no part of any hantavirus strains were used to make COVID vaccines.

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How Vaccines Work - Immunize for Good
It is amazing how a simple vaccine can create years of immunity. Here’s how it works.
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May 18, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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So when you hear that aluminum in vaccines makes them unsafe or causes these conditions, you can spot this as misinformation and rest assured you're armed with the facts.

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Aluminum - Immunize for Good
The amount of aluminum that your child is exposed to through vaccines is very small compared to the amount they’re exposed to in their everyday environment.
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July 28, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Certain groups of folks are trying to blame the MMR vaccine on recent measles outbreaks. Don't take the bait, vaccinate!

The measles vaccine is both very safe and effective. Have questions? Talk to your healthcare provider.

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The image contains a dark blue and teal green border. There is a background graphic depicting the measles virus with a red circle and slash. Text in dark blue reads, “Fact Check. A vaccine strain of measles does not exist. *The MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine is safe. Two doses are 96% effective.*The MMR vaccine contains a weakened measles virus that poses no risk of illness for most people. However, those who are pregnant or have weakened immune systems should avoid it due to a small chance of adverse effects. *Genotype testing of measles samples confirm the MMR vaccine is not the cause of illness in the current outbreak. Low vaccine uptake is responsible for measles outbreaks, not the MMR vaccine. #MisinformationMonday.” The Immunize Colorado logo with people joining hands in front of a mountain range appears in the lower right corner.
March 3, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Two doses of the MMR vaccine are 97% effective and offer lifelong immunity from measles. 🎯 Keep your loved ones protected with MMR and all other routinely recommended vaccines.
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The image contains a teal blue and green border with a background graphic of an icon depicting a measles rash. Dark blue text reads, “Fact Check. Two doses of the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine provide lifelong protection against measles. *Measles was eliminated from the U.S. in 200 thanks to widespread vaccination efforts. *Until recently, we only saw cases introduced through travel from countries where measles is common. *95% of a community must be immune to measles to keep it from spreading. Measles is a very dangerous and contagious disease, and it is preventable with vaccination. #MisinformationMonday.” The Immunize Colorado logo with people joining hands in front of a mountain range appears in the lower right corner.
April 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Measles isn't a harmless childhood illness—it's dangerous, extremely contagious, and can even be deadly. The MMR vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect your family and community. #MisinformationMonday #KeepCOHealthy
The image contains a white background with a dark blue and green border. There is a background icon of a face covered in dots. Dark blue text reads, “Fact Check. Measles isn’t a childhood rite of passage. *Severe measles cases can cause pneumonia, meningitis, and even death. *Those who survive and recover from measles continue to be at risk: *7 to 10 years after infection, there is a chance of a rare, but fatal disease: subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE). *Infections can also erase the immune system’s memory, leaving the person vulnerable to many other diseases. Before vaccines, measles cause about 2.6 million deaths each year. #MisinformationMonday.” The Immunize Colorado logo with people joining hands in front of a mountain range appears in the lower right corner.
March 17, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Haven't got your updated COVID-19 vaccine? Those who have not received this season’s vaccine can still do so. Older adults & immunocompromised people may be due for additional doses. Talk to your pharmacist or health care provider to see what's right for you. #KeepCOHealthy #MisinformationMonday
The image contains a yellow and light green border. The background contains graphics of the COVID-19 virus. Dark blue text reads, “Fact Check. Vaccines are the best way to protect against severe COVID-19 infection and disease complications. *Globally, millions of people have been safely vaccinated against COVID-19. *Mild symptoms (chills, fatigue, aches, pain, etc.) after vaccination are normal and mean the body is mountain an immune response. *COVID-19 vaccines are safe and recommended for individuals six months of age and older. Together, we can help stop the spread of COVID-19; it’s up to all of us. #MisinformationMonday.” The Immunize Colorado logo with people joining hands in front of a mountain range appears in the lower right corner.
March 31, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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🚨 Flu transmission is very high! Even healthy people can get seriously ill, and those without symptoms can still spread it. This season, there have been 13,000 flu deaths, including 57 children. It's not too late to get your flu shot. #MisinformationMonday #KeepCOHealthy
The image contains a white background with a dark blue and yellow border. There is a background graphic of a germ. Dark blue text reads, “Fact Check. Flu is not just a bad cold. *Symptoms of the flu can be similar to those of the common cold. However, flu is more likely to cause severe disease than most other viruses that cause cough and cold symptoms. *People at increased risk of severe flu infection are young children, pregnant people, people over age 65, and those with chronic health conditions. *Healthy habits like handwashing and covering your cough are important, but the best way to prevent flu is by getting a yearly flu shot. Flu infection can be severe even in healthy children and adults. #MisinformationMonday.” The Immunize Colorado logo with people joining hands in front of a mountain range appears in the lower right corner.
February 10, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Immunization requirements to attend school (K-12)
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July 20, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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This is why pediatricians recommend vaccines for children.

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July 6, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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The first six months of a baby’s life are the most important time to protect them against vaccine-preventable diseases! #MisinformationMonday

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SIDS (or SUID) - Immunize for Good
FACT: Vaccines do not cause Sudden Unexpected Infant Death.
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June 29, 2026 at 7:29 PM
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While it's true that kids get more vaccine doses than their parents did, this means we can protect against more diseases today than ever before! #MisinformationMonday

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Overwhelming the Immune System - Immunize for Good
FACT: Vaccines do not overwhelm a baby’s immune system.
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June 15, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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When people claim that a vaccine has caused "x" number of deaths, this number is often from VAERS. But again, it is not accurate to count every, or even the majority, of VAERS-reported deaths as related to a vaccine.

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June 1, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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The HPV and hepatitis B vaccines are cancer prevention! How cool is that?

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Vaccines and The Diseases They Prevent - Immunize for Good
We all want to protect our children from getting sick. But it can be hard to keep track of all the different vaccines and the diseases they prevent.
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April 27, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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The gist? MMR vaccination safely provides long-term immunity against measles. Measles itself can be very risky.

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March 30, 2026 at 4:38 PM
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The HPV vaccine has led to drops in HPV-related cancers. Time and again, it's been found to be very safe. Learn more about HPV and the vaccine: buff.ly/2c9O8XZ

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HPV - Immunize for Good
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that can cause cervical, genital, anal, and oral cancers, and genital warts.
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March 23, 2026 at 5:51 PM
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It's another #MisinformationMonday! Today's claim: the Tdap vaccine given during pregnancy is unsafe and can lead to negative outcomes for mom and baby. This is false!
Vaccines and Pregnancy - Immunize for Good
Some infections during pregnancy can be harmful to the pregnant person and their developing baby. That is why immunizations before, during, and after pregnancy are important.
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March 9, 2026 at 4:24 PM