Low Incidence of Retinal Vascular Occlusion Post-COVID Vaccination
Published literature has documented cases of acute new-onset retinal vascular occlusion (RVO) after mRNA COVID-19 vaccination; however, its incidence and association remain unknown. In a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Ophthalmology, researchers aimed to gain more insight into a possible correlation between new-onset RVO and mRNA vaccination compared with other commonly administered vaccines. Read more.

Myocarditis, Pericarditis Rates Low After COVID-19 Primary and Booster Doses
Previous studies have reported incidence rates of myocarditis and pericarditis following COVID-19 vaccination; however, data are limited and inconclusive. In a cohort study published in the journal Open Forum Infectious Disease, researchers reported the incidence rate of confirmed myocarditis and pericarditis across the Veterans Health Association during a specific time period. Read more.

Insignificant Autoimmune Diseases Risk With COVID-19 Vaccines
There has been speculation about the risk of autoimmune diseases associated with mRNA COVID-19 vaccines; however, clinical data regarding the correlation between the development of autoimmune diseases and COVID-19 vaccination are limited. In a recent study, researchers aimed to learn more about the incidence and risk of autoimmune connective tissue disorders following mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccination. Read more.