Reference:
Makovec, T., Šorli, A. S., Gorjup, R., Krevel, Z., & Piberl, S. (2023). Analysis of COVID-19 vaccination effectiveness. J Vaccines Vaccin, 14(5), 530. https://doi.org/10.35248/2157-7560.23.14.530
Summary:
The article critiques the methodologies used in studies assessing the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines. It argues that many published works fail to adhere to the fundamental scientific standard of comparing vaccinated and unvaccinated groups, leading to misleading conclusions about vaccine efficacy. By analysing vaccination rates against mortality data, the authors claim to have found a correlation indicating that periods of high vaccination correspond with increased excess mortality rates. The study suggests that the vaccinated population might experience a 14.5% higher mortality rate compared to their unvaccinated counterparts. Furthermore, the authors advocate for a thorough examination of both groups, as they believe the current research neglects to consider the potential adverse effects of the vaccines, including increased mortality risks. The article calls for a reevaluation of the benefits versus risks of COVID-19 vaccination, challenging prevalent narratives about their effectiveness.