LINCOLN, Nebraska – The CDC’s complete review of the death of a Nebraska man who received a COVID-19 vaccine is complete. The CDC found no evidence that the vaccine contributed to the man’s death and, in their view, was “accidental.”
According to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, a 40-year-old man with a series of comorbidities died between 1 and 2 weeks after receiving the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine. The man was also a long-term resident.
The death was introduced in the VAERS, Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, a national vaccine safety surveillance program run by the CDC and the FDA. Whenever there is a death or any adverse event after vaccination, the case should be reported to VAERS. This process allows the CDC and FDA to closely monitor and evaluate any adverse events for ongoing safety assessments. The death occurred on January 17, and the man received the vaccine in the first week of January.
Dr. Gary Anthone, Nebraska’s medical director, said, “We can’t say enough about the importance of Nebraska Finishing Strong because we see a light at the end of the tunnel with three vaccines available in our state. It is simply the best protection we have and the greatest chance of returning to a sense of normalcy. I urge Nebraskani to sign up for vaccinations.Ne.Gov, so that they will be notified when it is their turn. Those individuals who are at high risk should consult their healthcare provider about the best approach to getting vaccinated. ”
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