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Myocarditis
Myocarditis is a condition of inflammation of the heart muscle, and pericarditis is inflammation of the outer lining of the heart. Myopericarditis is where both occur simultaneously. In all three cases, the body’s immune system causes inflammation in response to an infection or some other trigger.
Increased occurrence of myocarditis, pericarditis and myopericarditis has been associated with Covid-19 inoculations, along with Covid-19 infection.
COVID-19 Pandemic and Vaccines
Mechanisms of Action
Pausing Moderna’s COVID Vaccine for Younger Age Groups
On October 6, 2021 Sweden and Denmark said they will pause the use of Moderna’s COVID vaccine for younger age groups after reports of side effects, including myocarditis and pericarditis. Following suit was Finland October 7, Iceland October 8 and France November 8.