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Did Side Effects from a COVID Vaccine Force a Soccer Star to Retire?

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Rikke Sevecke retired from soccer due to a genetic heart condition, arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC), not related to COVID vaccine. The condition causes irregular heart rhythms and may lead to cardiac arrest. Anti-vaccine influencers spread false claims about athletes’ deaths, but ARVC is a congenital disease. Screening for it can be challenging, and competitive physical activity must be limited.

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Heart Problems As a Contraindication to Getting Vaccinated

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There are some contraindications to getting vaccinated if you have a few specific heart problems, but having an arrhythmia typically isn’t one of them.

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Who Benefits from Stronger Vaccine Laws?

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We all benefit from stronger vaccine laws.

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