In 2025, the author reflects on their tradition of listing the top 10 most-viewed articles, revealing readers’ continued interest in vaccines. Key topics include vaccine impacts on lupus, dementia, and heart health. The article highlights ongoing misinformation and reaffirms the… Read More »Top 10 most viewed articles on Skeptical Raptor during 2025
A new study indicates that the risk of heart conditions like myocarditis and pericarditis is significantly higher for children who contract COVID than for those who receive the COVID vaccine. While vaccination entails some risks, the overall dangers associated with… Read More »COVID causes higher risk of heart issues for children than vaccine
A recent study indicates that COVID infection during pregnancy increases the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children by age three, particularly when infection occurs in the third trimester. This highlights the importance of COVID vaccination for pregnant women to prevent… Read More »COVID in pregnancy linked to child’s neurodevelopmental disorders
In 2024, COVID-19 is no longer among the top 10 causes of death in the USA, marking a notable decline in deaths since the pandemic’s peak. However, suicide has now taken its place, highlighting ongoing public health concerns. The overall… Read More »COVID no longer top 10 cause of death in the USA in 2024
A new COVID variant, NB.1.8.1, has emerged in the USA, responsible for an estimated 37% of new cases. It is more transmissible than previous strains but not necessarily more severe. Public health officials are monitoring it closely as it could… Read More »Variant NB.1.8.1 now makes up over one-third of US COVID cases
RFK Jr has stopped recommending COVID vaccines for pregnant women, despite evidence demonstrating their safety and effectiveness. His document misrepresents studies, which actually support vaccination. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists continues to advocate for vaccines, highlighting their role… Read More »RFK Jr is wrong about COVID vaccines for pregnant women
A recent study examined the relationship between Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) and COVID vaccines. It found a 310% increased risk of GBS post-adenoviral vector vaccination, while mRNA vaccines reduced this risk. Notably, GBS risk from COVID infection was higher. Claims linking… Read More »COVID vaccines and the risk of Guillain-Barré syndrome
The NB.1.8.1 COVID variant, a descendant of Omicron JN.1, has recently emerged in the USA following a surge in hospitalizations in Asia. It exhibits mutations potentially increasing transmissibility, prompting health officials to monitor it closely. Precautions remain essential as COVID… Read More »A new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 — could it lead to a summer surge?
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has failed to uphold his promises regarding vaccine approvals, causing uncertainty within the U.S. vaccine system. New leadership has introduced questionable changes, raising concerns about childhood vaccinations and promoting misinformation. This trend may result… Read More »RFK Jr is damaging the US vaccine system in many ways
A recent study indicates that COVID-19 significantly elevates the risk of type 2 diabetes in teenagers, revealing a 55% increased risk one month post-infection. The risk is heightened for obese adolescents and those hospitalized. Vaccination may lower this risk, emphasizing… Read More »COVID is linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes in teens