BIO FPX 1000 Assessment 7

Media and Internet: Accurate vs Inaccurate

A number of ongoing myths are associated with COVID-19 vaccination across various groups, such as pregnant women and those trying to conceive. After more than two years into the pandemic, there is still high misunderstanding and misinformation. Safety of the vaccine among pregnant women is controversial, with concerns of miscarriage risks or harm to pregnant women (Wang et al., 2021). This presentation seeks to explore the issue of COVID-19 vaccines and their effects on pregnant individuals as part of BIO FPX 1000 Assessment 7 Homework: Media and Internet: Accurate vs Inaccurate.

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Referencing a cohort study, tThe article “COVID-19 Vaccination during Pregnancy: Coverage and Safety” gives a comprehensive review of the impact of COVID-19 vaccination on pregnancy. The findings given in this article present strong evidence to back the position argued in this presentation. Drawing from research at London’s University Hospital National Health Science Organization, the article refutes fears over the safety of COVID-19 vaccination among pregnant women (Blakeway et al., 2021).

e journal article shows that vaccinated and unvaccinated pregnant women had similar results. The study categorically proves that COVID-19 vaccination does not impact perinatal outcomes or fertility. Additionally, the article supports mRNA vaccinations for expectant women since they are highly popular and have fewer side effects (Blakeway et al., 2021).

The credibility of the selected article comes under examination using a credibility framework. Based on the .gov domain, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) article is considered credible under the CRAAP test criteria. It is evaluated by experts with knowledge in vaccinations and immunizations, including doctors, scientists, and epidemiologists, which makes it even more reliable. The oversight from the CDC guarantees that the content supports educational goals among different healthcare professionals and stakeholders (Wei et al., 2021).

Media or Internet Topic

Reddit, a social information and news website, is a widely used platform for sharing and finding stories. It often spreads misinformation. Although used extensively for information sharing, Reddit does not have independent content verification. Subreddits promoting propaganda are among the sources for misinformation spread, such as false vaccine safety views for pregnant women (Lee et al., 2021).

What Was Learned About the Selected Topic

Research evidence suggests that COVID-19 vaccination reduces the risk of infection and severe complications among pregnant women. The CDC advises vaccination among pregnant, lactating, and preconception individuals, stressing its safety and lack of side effects on fertility (Kalidas, 2021).

Specific Symptoms or Prevention Methods Identified

Pregnant women suffering from COVID-19 experience high risks of serious complications and poor fetal outcomes. Preventive actions include the application of disinfectants, frequent handwashing, observance of social distancing, and staying away from crowded areas. Adopting healthy lifestyle habits plays an important role in maintaining general wellness (Abrams et al., 2022).

Determination of Topic Information

The research is based on scholarly, peer-reviewed sources using the CRAAP test to analyze source credibility. Mostly, articles from.gov and.org websites, such as those by the CDC, were used for reliability. Cross-checking against credible sources also supported the facts (Lotfi et al., 2020).

Conclusion

During the COVID-19 pandemic, disinformation related to vaccination, especially among expectant women, spreads on social media outlets such as Reddit. It is vital to critically examine information from legitimate sources to refute false presumptions about COVID-19 vaccination (Abrams et al., 2022).

BIO FPX 1000 Assessment 7 Media and Internet: Accurate vs Inaccurate

Lee, W.-L., Yang, S.-T., Tsui, K.-H., Chang, C.-C., & Lee, F.-K. (2021). The impact of COVID-19 on pregnancy: Part II. Implications for maternal and child health. Journal of the Chinese Medical Association, 84(9), 821–825. https://doi.org/10.1097/jcma.0000000000000608

Lotfi, M., Hamblin, M. R., & Rezaei, N. (2020). COVID-19: Transmission, prevention, and potential therapeutic opportunities. Clinica Chimica Acta; International Journal of Clinical Chemistry, 508, 254–266. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cca.2020.05.044

Wang, C.-L., liu, Y.-Y., Wu, C.-H., Wang, C.-Y., Wang, C.-H., & Long, C.-Y. (2021). Impact of COVID-19 on Pregnancy. International Journal of Medical Sciences, 18(3), 763–767. https://doi.org/10.7150/ijms.49923

Wei, S. Q., Bilodeau-Bertrand, M., Liu, S., & Auger, N. (2021). The impact of COVID-19 on pregnancy outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Canadian Medical Association Journal, 193(16), cmaj.202604. https://doi.org/10.1503/cmaj.202604