Topline Sweden is pausing use of Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine for people under the age of 30 following reports of possible rare side effects, including myocarditis, the country’s health agency announced Wednesday, describing the move as “precautionary.” GLASGOW, UNITED KINGDOM – SEPTEMBER 03: A young boy receives a immunization jab at a health centre … [+] in Glasgow September 3, 2007 in Glasgow, Scotland. Medical experts still believe the MMR jab is safe and that the vaccine does not cause autism. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Getty Images Key Facts In an announcement posted online, Swedish health authorities cited “signals” of an increased risk of myocarditis (heart muscle inflammation) and pericarditis (inflammation of the membrane surrounding the heart) among Moderna vaccine recipients. The diseases—marked by symptoms like chest pain and shortness of breath—are most common among… Click below to read the full story from Forbes
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Sweden Halts Moderna Vaccine For Young People Over Possible Rare Side Effects
