GMC Investigates UK Doctor Over COVID Vaccine Cancer Claims

The COVID-19 vaccine guidelines have shifted, with the CDC now recommending vaccination primarily for adults 65 and older with underlying health conditions, requiring others to obtain a prescription, a move that has caused confusion and varied responses across states and healthcare providers. Sentara Health System has advised its doctors to hold off on writing prescriptions for the latest COVID vaccine pending CDC approval, leading to patient frustration, though some pharmacies like Walgreens continue to offer the vaccine without prescriptions. In Nebraska, the FDA has approved the vaccine for adults 65 and older and those with health conditions, but access remains uncertain due to insurance and state policy variations, and some providers require prescriptions for younger, healthier individuals. Despite controversy, including claims by Dr. Aseem Malhotra linking COVID vaccines to cancer that are under investigation and widely condemned by medical authorities, experts emphasize that serious vaccine side effects are rare and COVID infection itself poses greater risks such as myocarditis. Medical professionals continue to endorse vaccination, especially for vulnerable populations, with some urging broader vaccine uptake alongside flu shots to mitigate respiratory illness during the season. Overall, the evolving guidance and mixed messaging have led to public confusion and debate about vaccine safety, access, and policy implementation.