Alarming images have begun circulating on social media showing hearts being pierced by syringes and messages like “If you got the COVID vaccine, you should know this…”. This type of content often aims to generate fear, but rarely provides real and verified information. Therefore, in this article, I present what you should know, based on evidence and not rumors.

Why these images are causing concern

Images linking the COVID vaccine to heart problems are specifically designed to grab attention. By showing a syringe pointed directly at the heart, they appeal to the fear and uncertainty many people still have about vaccine side effects. But just because an image is shocking doesn’t mean it represents reality. Its purpose is to provoke curiosity, clicks, and often, misinformation.
Real and proven effects of COVID vaccines
COVID-19 vaccines were studied in millions of people before and after their approval. Current scientific evidence confirms that:
Vaccines have saved millions of lives by reducing hospitalizations and deaths.
The most common side effects are fever, local pain, tiredness, or general malaise.
Serious side effects are extremely rare and are continuously monitored.
What about the heart? Here’s what the experts say.

Some viral messages claim that vaccines “damage the heart,” but the reality is much more