No link between Covid-19 vaccines and sudden deaths in India
Many sudden deaths have been reported among youth in India, with widespread speculation that these were due to Covid-19 vaccines.
'The matter of sudden unexplained deaths has been investigated through several agencies in the country. These studies have conclusively established that there is no direct link between Covid-19 vaccination and the reports of sudden deaths in the country,' the Indian Health Ministry said in a statement.
It said the studies carried out by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on the 18 to 45 age group found that Covid-19 vaccines in India are safe.
'Sudden cardiac deaths can result from a wide range of factors, including genetics, lifestyle, pre-existing conditions, and post-COVID complications,' the ministry said.
The ministry said 'speculative claims' linking sudden deaths to vaccination may undermine public trust in vaccines.
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