The 96-year-old former surgeon reminds us that he remembers well what a total game-changer that the polio vaccine was in the 1950s, when he was a young doctor. Reports of myocarditis and pericarditis are so prevalent now that just in the first eight weeks of 2022, were already at 47 percent of the total VAERS submissions for 2021. Citizens who do not wish to spread disease to their neighbors. I read this as an indictment of what the FDA and the CDC have allowed to be our focus, i.e., on these Big Pharma, high-profit earning vaccines, as well as governmental absence of focus on early treatments. The Church News is an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Research, Funding, & Educational Resources. "We are thankful for the . When will Latter-day Saints be able to return to the temples in their districts? We are grateful for your patience and devoted service during this changing and challenging period. A North Dakota man has been charged with murder in connection to the disappearance of Dylan Rounds, who has been missing since May 2022. The UBNow editor moderates comments and reserves the right not to publish those that do not add anything new to the discussion or fail to adhere to the Comment Guidelines. The COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Utah began with health care workers and first responders, before expanding to school districts and people over the age of 70. Were very hopeful that the general vaccination of the population will help us get ahead of this awful pandemic. I then watched the dramatic impact that vaccine had on eradicating polio as most people around the world were vaccinated, he continued. The authors note the success of the influenza vaccines delivered through the nose indicate this is a feasible delivery method for a vaccine. I pray that your desire to worship and serve in the temple burns more brightly than ever.. Why oh why did Donald create this killer vaccine? Mormons COVID Vaccines The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints President Russell M. Nelson speaks during a news conference on June 14, 2021, in Salt Lake City. No one jumped the queue. Vaccines will also be provided to caregivers in the home. We see paperwork. We are honored to participate in such an important public health event, said Don Crowson, City of Arlington Fire Chief/Director of Emergency Management. He expressed gratitude both for the vaccine and for all of the people whose hard work led to the distribution of it. This public statement is made personal by what President Russell M. Nelson, seen as a prophet by the Latter-day Saint faithful, writes in the Facebook post above. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. All rights reserved. Also on Tuesday, the First Presidency released a statement discussing the importance of immunization against preventable diseases, encouraging members to get their shots once they become eligible. "We can win. In making that determination, we recommend that, where possible, they counsel with a competent medical professional about their personal circumstances and needs.. Church of Latter-day Saints President Russell M. Nelson appreciates (Photo courtesy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) Church apostle M. Russell Ballard receives the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021, in Salt Lake City. Nelson, Oaks and Eyring were immunized Tuesday as well as apostles M. Russell Ballard, 92; Jeffrey R. Holland, 80; Dieter F. Uchtdorf, 80; Quentin L. Cook, 80; and D. Todd Christofferson, 75.