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One thing we know for sure: Getting a COVID-19 booster is the best way to protect yourself from future infections.
by Evan Pattison, Sept. 30, 2021
Image courtesy of AP Photo/Matt Rourke
Misinformation about COVID-19 boosters was everywhere in early 2023, especially after the Bills' Damar Hamlin collapsed on field during a football game on Jan. 2 when his heart reportedly stopped, spawning unfounded rumors about his vaccination status. Since COVID-19 vaccines became available in late 2020, Snopes readers have asked us to look into a variety of claims about booster shots.
Continue below to check out a collection of stories about boosters.
Jan. 4, 2023
It can be a mistake to place much trust in brand-new Twitter accounts.
Jan. 2, 2022
The rumor bubbled up out of nowhere on social media.
Feb. 17, 2022
"The potential future requirement for an additional boost ... is being very carefully monitored ...
Jan. 19, 2022
While timelines vary, everyone agrees that vaccinations only help reduce your chances of infection.
Nov. 11, 2021
A manipulated video added to false rumors about the California governor.
Sept. 30, 2021
Here's a window into this conspiracy theory going viral among the president's critics.
