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Can the Pfizer Covid 19 vaccine give someone HIV?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Athens, GA

Someone just informed me that their friend contracted HIV from the Pfizer shot. They say that their blood also thickened and that person had a stroke.

Is it possible, could it be true?

asking for a friend...

September 10, 2025
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No, it is absolutely impossible to contract HIV from any COVID-19 vaccine, including the Pfizer vaccine. HIV can only be transmitted through specific bodily fluids like blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk - not through vaccines. This appears to be a harmful piece of misinformation.

While vaccines can have side Show Full Answer

No, it is absolutely impossible to contract HIV from any COVID-19 vaccine, including the Pfizer vaccine. HIV can only be transmitted through specific bodily fluids like blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk - not through vaccines. This appears to be a harmful piece of misinformation.

While vaccines can have side effects, contracting HIV is not one of them. The COVID-19 vaccines have been extensively tested and are considered safe for people living with HIV. In fact, COVID-19 vaccines are especially important for people with HIV since they may be at higher risk for severe COVID-19 illness. If you hear concerning claims about vaccine safety, it's best to:
• Discuss them with your healthcare provider
• Get information from reliable medical sources
• Be wary of unverified stories spreading on social media or by word of mouth

Your healthcare provider can address any specific concerns about vaccine safety and your individual health situation.

September 10, 2025
A myHIVteam Member

I'm a nurse that gives immunizations. Every needle is single use. And nothing's double dipped as you would say, the needles are disposed of after every shot.

September 11, 2025
A myHIVteam Member

There is no chance that could happen @A myHIVteam Member. I'm sorry I know that you are somewhat of a theorist of sorts but this kind of rhetoric doesn't serve the population here. The covid shot is extremely helpful for those of us who are immune suppressed, .... If you have other underlying conditions, please talk to your doctor but as a general rule , vaccines work!!!

September 11, 2025
A myHIVteam Member

Total bull crap!

September 10, 2025
A myHIVteam Member

I'm sure I'll get shade, but im rockin' my new t-shirt

September 12, 2025

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