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"What is so extraordinary about linking Cancer and SV40?'

Nothing, but now you need the data to back up that claim.

'Turbo Cancer' and mRNA: The myth that defies biology ...

Global Vaccine Data Network

Oct 31, 2024 — Amidst the post-COVID vaccine world, a curious term, "Turbo Cancer," has emerged in anti-vaccine circles. The claim? That mRNA vaccines are ...

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AI Overview

Numerous scientific studies, cancer organizations, and medical experts have found no evidence that COVID-19 vaccines cause cancer
. Claims to the contrary, often citing "turbo cancer," are unsubstantiated misinformation.

Scientific and medical consensus
  • No mechanism to cause cancer. Experts confirm that there is no biological process by which COVID-19 vaccines could cause or accelerate cancer.
    • mRNA vaccines work by delivering temporary genetic instructions to cells to produce a harmless piece of the virus's spike protein, which teaches the immune system how to recognize and fight the virus.
    • The mRNA cannot enter the cell's nucleus, which contains your DNA, and therefore cannot alter your genetic code.
  • No observed rise in cancer rates. Epidemiological tracking data from countries with high vaccination rates show no increase in cancer incidence following the vaccine rollout.
  • Existing health problems are misattributed. During the pandemic, many people delayed cancer screenings, leading to later-stage diagnoses. This has likely contributed to the false perception of "faster-growing" or more aggressive cancers that has been incorrectly linked to vaccination.
  • Vaccines actually help prevent some cancers. In contrast to causing cancer, other vaccines like the HPV and Hepatitis B vaccines protect against infections that can lead to cancer.


Response to "turbo cancer" claims
Claims of "turbo cancer"—allegedly aggressive, fast-developing cancers caused by COVID-19 vaccines—are a baseless conspiracy theory.
  • Misinterpretation of studies. Some claims distort scientific studies, such as one involving a predisposed mouse, to push a false narrative. The authors of that study explicitly stated their findings were misinterpreted.
  • Cites low-quality evidence. "Turbo cancer" claims often rely on individual, anecdotal reports or flawed studies, rather than large-scale, controlled scientific data.


Swollen lymph nodes and mammograms
After a COVID-19 vaccine, it is normal to experience temporary swelling in the lymph nodes near the injection site as your body builds an immune response. This can sometimes appear on a mammogram, but it does not indicate cancer. Healthcare professionals advise people to wait a few weeks after vaccination before getting a routine mammogram.

Guidance for people with cancer
Medical bodies like the National Cancer Institute and the American Cancer Society recommend that cancer patients and survivors get vaccinated against COVID-19.
  • This is especially important because people with weakened immune systems from cancer and its treatments are at a higher risk of severe illness or death from COVID-19.
  • For individuals undergoing certain intensive treatments, doctors may advise a specific timing for vaccination to maximize its effectiveness.