The reason for discontinuation of immunization with the drug is the risk of side effects
Finland has also stopped using the coronavirus vaccine, produced by the American company Moderna, in young men due to the risk of side effects. This was announced at a press conference by Mika Salminen, spokesman for the Finnish National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), reports the Yle news agency.
“In future, the Modern vaccine should not be given to boys and men under the age of 30.
Instead, they will receive the Pfizer vaccine, even if their first dose is with Modern.
Men under the age of 30 who have received this vaccine have a slightly higher risk of developing myocarditis, “Salminen explained.
In Finland, 72% of citizens are fully vaccinated against coronavirus, 84% have received the first dose of the drug.
Just a day ago, it became clear that Sweden and Denmark were also suspending vaccinations with Moderna for young people under the age of 30.
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