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Benefits of AstraZeneca vaccine outweigh risk- Gov Rankin

- said UK regulators have deemed the vaccine safe
As there continues to be hesitancy towards taking the AstraZeneca vaccine, particularly among locals in the Virgin Islands, Governor John J. Rankin, CMG has shared that the benefits of the vaccine outweigh the risk. Photo: GIS/File
In a press release today, April 8, 2021, Governor John J. Rankin, CMG said the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Authority (MHRA) has confirmed that the AstraZeneca vaccine is safe, effective and has saved thousands of lives. Photo: Internet Source/File
In a press release today, April 8, 2021, Governor John J. Rankin, CMG said the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Authority (MHRA) has confirmed that the AstraZeneca vaccine is safe, effective and has saved thousands of lives. Photo: Internet Source/File
Governor John J. Rankin, CMG took his first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine on February 11, 2021. Photo: VINO/File
Governor John J. Rankin, CMG took his first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine on February 11, 2021. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As there continues to be hesitancy towards taking the AstraZeneca vaccine, particularly among locals in the Virgin Islands, Governor John J. Rankin, CMG has shared that the benefits of the vaccine outweigh the risk.

In a press release today, April 8, 2021, Governor Rankin said the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Authority (MHRA) has confirmed that the AstraZeneca vaccine is safe, effective and has saved thousands of lives.

Blood clots ‘extremely rare’

The MHRA have said the data suggests there is a slightly higher incidence reported in the younger adult age groups but the likelihood of blood clots occurring is still extremely rare.

“MHRA said it had not been proven that the AstraZeneca has caused the blood clots, that further evidence was needed, and the benefits of the vaccine far outweigh the risks for the vast majority of adults.”

According to Governor Rankin, who took his first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine on February 11, 2021, the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has confirmed that everyone who has already had a first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine should receive a second dose of the same brand, irrespective of age, and this will be the case in the [British] Virgin Islands.

Vaccine alternatives challenges

He said the JCVI) has also confirmed it recommends offering people aged 18-29 an alternative vaccine where available.

“Given the remote location of the British Virgin Islands, the AstraZeneca vaccine is the only one currently available here due to temperature travel and storage requirements.”

Governor John noted that getting vaccinated is still the best way to prevent severe or fatal illness, as well as to protect the community at large.

“I urge people in the BVI to take up the vaccine, and to do so well ahead of hurricane season.”

The Governor added that the Virgin Islands Government continues to work closely with national UK health bodies to ensure the latest evidence and information guide for the rollout.

“Anyone who is concerned by the JCVI’s announcement is asked to contact medical providers, in confidence, for advice.”

25 Responses to “Benefits of AstraZeneca vaccine outweigh risk- Gov Rankin”

  • Eagle Eye (08/04/2021, 16:56) Like (16) Dislike (6) Reply
    Why should I take somthing I have to worry about when i'm in good health. Ain't taking that gamble, NO SAH.
    • @Eagle Eye (08/04/2021, 18:46) Like (12) Dislike (1) Reply
      Careful eagle eye them doctors going tell you “You sick cuz, you just can’t feel it” lol but what I really want know is how much money these man getting paid to try convince us to take this thing, them man is who getting the stimulus checks or wa lol
  • Bull (08/04/2021, 16:56) Like (43) Dislike (2) Reply
    since when he became a doctor or scientist?
  • Shaft (08/04/2021, 17:34) Like (18) Dislike (1) Reply
    WOULD YOU BE SO KIND AS TO LET THE PEOPLE KNOW OF ALL THE ( SIDE EFFECTS ) THAT ARE IN THE VACCINES AND WHAT MIGHT SHOW UP LATER AND WHO CAN BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE BY FAMILY MEMBERS IF ANY OF THEIR LOVED ONES DIE BECAUSE OF ANY OF THAT WONDERFUL FELLOW CALLED SPECIAL EFFECTS ON THE SIDE / THAT OUTWEIGH THE RISKS
  • Go back under your rock (08/04/2021, 17:49) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    He has emerged out of hiding
  • Rubber Duck (08/04/2021, 17:51) Like (7) Dislike (2) Reply
    Gus finally write a speech for he partner
    • Rubber Duck (08/04/2021, 21:33) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
      Get your own name cretin. Though it is flattering that people want to be me.. and who can blame them.
  • RedStorm (08/04/2021, 17:58) Like (6) Dislike (2) Reply
    " In a press release today, April 8, 2021, Governor Rankin said the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Authority (MHRA) has confirmed that the AstraZeneca vaccine is safe, effective and has saved thousands of lives"

    Please provide evidences to the quotation above.
  • Wat he dont take it back (08/04/2021, 18:02) Like (5) Dislike (3) Reply

    Where he come from ...the EU countries done abandoned it boy go sit down with our ranking @*$......

  • @ bull (08/04/2021, 18:02) Like (12) Dislike (1) Reply
    Plenty of social media “experts” out there trying to spin this outweigh risks tag line but one possibility of a blood clot or death is one too much when those who had coronavirus here took nothing just rested and then tested negative.
  • one eye (08/04/2021, 18:29) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Poor ranking he got unpopular fast
  • trrefdrfds (08/04/2021, 19:28) Like (2) Dislike (4) Reply
    One out of three people that have had the virus now have damaged brains. Enjoy those odds.
  • Liston (08/04/2021, 22:13) Like (2) Dislike (3) Reply
    This is great. Survival of the fittest and the dumb ones are going first. No worries BVI, don’t take the vaccine. Expats will be happy to take over once you are gone.
    • MT (09/04/2021, 03:39) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Thats what you come here for people property Broke @ss....go back and go get your own
    • trrefdrfds (09/04/2021, 11:41) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Exactly......and it all ready in motion yes killing our business economically..look and see for yourself...it true rigthbefore our eyes..in the name of corvid SOS. ...
  • But (08/04/2021, 23:01) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    News tonight said Philippines ban it and Europe only under 60 too many blood clots and tat they should list blood clots as a side effect.
    They are looking into J&J.
  • ADD (08/04/2021, 23:08) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Heard an add today on radio CTL is giving 10% discount for vaccinated individuals just bring your certificate.
    • Yes we know (09/04/2021, 11:36) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Who all getting paid....should of been given that after the fact of the hard ship of the lockdown for the people to cope with wat going on ...but look rigth through ones intentions and u can see who there are as well
  • Independence a must (09/04/2021, 07:52) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    We shall overcome some day
  • Mr ranking (09/04/2021, 11:52) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    I personally would have like to say this to u face to face ...but since it was impossible for me to...I just got to let it go straight out public...I want u to know this pandemic agenda is not any race war battle between me and u and ours brother as of our differences...this agenda bro got mines and yours in the genocidal attempt to destroy us both all or not if there cant be of control.....hope u and many like u understand wat at stake .....for the devil knows only one thing deceive em all..................Lucifer...
  • @ one (13/04/2021, 16:19) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    NO DISRESPECT TO YOU ( ok ) BUT YHAT SEEMS TO BE THE NORM THAT THESE CANARIES HAVE ADAPTED ALONG WITH THE WHITE LADY WHO CONTROLS THEIR EVIL MENTALITY ( AND OF COURSE THERE ARE THOSE WHO AARE PAID TO CREAT DIVERSIONARY TACTICS
    • Jill (15/04/2021, 04:03) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      I'm with you on this first they force us to be slaves like that was not enough. Now they want to force this thing on us. Since the side effects are so low why don't he get his whole generation to take all of it. Dont worry about us and the hurricane season our God is in control and he will protect us from all evil. It seems like people are no longer free to choose for themselves. All the dictators in the bvi showing their true colours. The bible said in the book of revelation in the last days those of us who do not take the mark of the beast they will make life on earth very hard for those of us who refuse to take it. People don't be fooled stand your grounds and don't put that poison in your body. Even if someone dies from this the doctors will not tell the truth. Since I'm not ready to die but live all the years God has promise and more I will not be a part of their evil plot to control and distory people's life. I will keep asking God to help and guide those of us who are staying true to his word. He will never fail us . Remember Moses who brought the people through the red see with God's help . Watch out all you pharaohs trying to kill off God's people. These people are from the synagogue of satan. People now is the time to read God's word for your self and understand what the devils agenda is . All the pastor's have sold out to the devil and promoting this rubbish in their churches even they to can't be trusted. For years they preach to us and gain pur trust and now they want to use that trust to make us sale our souls to the same devil they have been blaming for all the world's problems. Thank God I know his word for myself that I don't have to listen to those jim Jones shame on them all God is in heaven shaking his head saying look at those who made the people think they were called by me .


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