Covid vaccination didn’t increase risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults: Govt
New Delhi, Dec 8 (PTI) A study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has observed that COVID-19 vaccination did not increase the risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults in India, the government informed Parliament on Friday.
Covid vaccination didn't increase risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults: Govt HomeElections 2023Rajasthan Polls 2023Madhya Pradesh Polls 2023Telangana Polls 2023Chhattisgarh Polls 2023Mizoram Polls 2023IndiaKarnatakaOpinionWorldBusinessSportsEntertainmentVideoNews ShotsExplainersBengaluruScienceTrendingBrandspotPhotosDH SpecialsJOIN USE-PAPER×ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT HomeindiaCovid vaccination didn't increase risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults: GovtHealth Minister Mansukh Mandaviya informed the parliament that two doses of a vaccine lowered the odds of unexplained sudden death, whereas a single dose did not.PTILast Updated 08 December 2023, 05:55 ISTFollow UsNew Delhi: A study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has observed that Covid-19 vaccination did not increase the risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults in India, the government informed Parliament on Friday.ADVERTISEMENTIn a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said post hospitalization due to Covid-19, the family history of sudden death and certain lifestyle behaviours increased the likelihood of unexplained sudden deaths.The minister was responding to a question on whether there has been any reported instance of a linkage between Covid vaccination and incidents of heart attacks in the country.Sudden deaths have been reported in some people after they contracted Covid, but sufficient evidence is not available to confirm the cause of such deaths, Mandaviya said.Also Read:No link between Covid vaccines used in India and heart attack risk, reveals studyAlso Read:No link between Covid vaccines used in India and heart attack risk, reveals studyTo ascertain the facts regarding the apprehension of a rising number of cardiac arrest cases after Covid, the ICMR's National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE) conducted a study titled 'Factors associated with unexplained sudden deaths among adults aged 18-45 years in India -- A multicentric matched case-control study' at 47 tertiary-care hospitals located across 19 states and Union territories from May to August.A multi-centric matched case-control study was conducted. The cases that were studied were apparently of healthy individuals aged 18-45 years without any known co-morbidity, who suddenly died of unexplained causes between October 1, 2021 and March 31, 2023, Mandaviya elaborated.Four controls were included per case matched for age, gender and neighbourhood. Information was collected regarding data on Covid vaccination, infection, post-Covid conditions, family history of sudden death, smoking, recreational drug use, alcohol frequency, binge drinking and vigorous-intensity physical activity two days before death.A total of 729 cases and 2,916 controls were included in the analysis."It was observed that the receipt of at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine lowered the odds for unexplained sudden death, whereas past Covid-19 hospitalization, family history of sudden death, binge drinking 48 hours before death/interview, use of recreational drug/substance and performing vigorous-intensity physical activity 48 hours before death/interview were positively associated," the minister said.Also Read:ICMR study finds past Covid-19 infection as risk factor in sudden deaths in young IndiansAlso Read:ICMR study finds past Covid-19 infection as risk factor in sudden deaths in young IndiansTwo doses of a vaccine lowered the odds of unexplained sudden death, whereas a single dose did not, he claimed.Mandaviya further said, "Hence, the study observed that Covid-19 vaccination did not increase the risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults in India. Past Covid-19 hospitalization, family history of sudden death and certain lifestyle behaviours increased the likelihood of unexplained sudden death." .There is a nationwide adverse event following immunization (AEFI) surveillance system under the health ministry that continuously monitors reports of vaccine-related AEFIs through the CoWIN app.These are investigated in a time-bound manner at the district level and then AEFI causality is done at the state and national levels, and analysed by the National AEFI Committee on a regular and time-bound basis. Prima facie, no direct signal has emerged till date linking heart attack to Covid vaccines, the minister said."The ICMR is not currently conducting any studies for assessing the potential risks associated with the administration of Covid-19 vaccines in children," he added.Also Read:Differing attachment strengths of Covid-19 variants affecting spread, study revealsAlso Read:Differing attachment strengths of Covid-19 variants affecting spread, study revealsHowever, a phase 2/3 open-label, non-randomized, multi-centre study on the immunogenicity and safety of the BBV152 vaccine conduced in six hospitals on healthy children (male or female) aged 2-18 years observed that the vaccine was well tolerated with no serious adverse events, deaths or withdrawals.Another prospective observational study on side-effects of the Corbevax vaccine in children aged 12–14 years demonstrated that it is a safe vaccine with a few mild side-effects, Mandaviya informed the Parliament.What Others Are ReadingSee MoreKerala Guv Khan names Prof S Bijoy Nandan as new V-C for Kannur UniversityInterpretation clause can't be used to amend Article 370: SCKerala Governor steps out of car, calls student activists 'criminals'Mangaluru girl’s short film selected for Cannes FestivalADVERTISEMENT(Published 08 December 2023, 05:55 IST)India NewsLok SabhaCovid vaccineCovid deathsMansukh Lal MandaviyaIndian Council of Medial ResearchFollow us on ADVERTISEMENTADVERTISEMENTWhat's BrewingRs 353 cr recovered from Odisha distillery; I-T raids enter 6th daySwearing-in of new Chhattisgarh CM on December 13 in Raipur; PM Modi to attendTelangana Assembly Speaker election on Dec 14New Rajasthan CM likely to be announced on Tuesday as BJP legislative party set to meetVaranasi court grants one more week to ASI to submit Gyanvapi survey reportRs 353 cr recovered from Odisha distillery; I-T raids enter 6th daySwearing-in of new Chhattisgarh CM on December 13 in Raipur; PM Modi to attendTelangana Assembly Speaker election on Dec 14New Rajasthan CM likely to be announced on Tuesday as BJP legislative party set to meetVaranasi court grants one more week to ASI to submit Gyanvapi survey reportRs 353 cr recovered from Odisha distillery; I-T raids enter 6th day12345ADVERTISEMENTMost ReadLatest NewsNews Highlights: Chhattisgarh CM-designate Vishnu Deo Sai and new state cabinet to be sworn in on December 13, PM to attend2 hours agoIts flats unsold, BDA looks for private partners to develop land21 hours agoSenior advocate's letter to CJI: Bar Council chairman says attempt to create 'undue influence'10 December 2023, 02:32 ISTFraser Town resident detained over 'terror links' freed22 hours agoHuman chain of hope: Over 1,000 Bengaluru citizens protest incomplete road work 22 hours agoDH PICKSBJP may opt for a new face in Rajasthan, say poll analysts2 hours agoGPAI: India to strive for consensus based 'declaration document' on approach to AI, risk mitigation3 hours agoArt 370 verdict: Life as usual in Kashmir, several organisations celebrate ruling in Jammu4 hours agoWho is MP CM-designate Mohan Yadav: Hindutva proponent and BJP's key OBC leader from temple town Ujjain5 hours agoADVERTISEMENTKerala Guv Khan names Prof S Bijoy Nandan as new V-C for Kannur UniversityInterpretation clause can't be used to amend Article 370: SCKerala Governor steps out of car, calls student activists 'criminals'Mangaluru girl’s short film selected for Cannes FestivalIndia joins Taiwan, US in trilateral initiative to step up cybersecurity cooperation IndiaSouthNorthWestEast & North EastOpinionEditorialSpeak OutCartoonKarnatakaBengaluruSportsCricketFootballTennisF1 RacingEntertainmentMovie ReviewsPhotosSpecialsDH on SundayDH on SaturdayExplainersExplained | Why China, the Philippines keep fighting over tiny shoalExplained | What is the UK's Rwanda migrant deportation bill?Explained | What Ukraine needs to do to keep its EU membership bid aliveTrying to lose weight: Why you feel hungry all the time, and what can be done about itWhat's BrewingSwearing-in of new Chhattisgarh CM on December 13 in Raipur; PM Modi to attendTelangana Assembly Speaker election on Dec 14New Rajasthan CM likely to be announced on Tuesday as BJP legislative party set to meetVaranasi court grants one more week to ASI to submit Gyanvapi survey reportLatest NewsSigns of fissures between Namma Yatri and auto drivers' unionEthanol blending to dip by 20% on restrictions in sugarcane juice useInterpretation clause can't be used to amend Article 370: SCKerala Governor steps out of car, calls student activists 'criminals'The Printers Mysore LtdPrajavaniSudhaMayuraExam MastermindEpaperClassifiedsContactAboutPrivacy PolicyTermsDisclaimerGrievance Redressal