Centre for Reproductive Health

Covid-19 vaccine not linked with period disruption

Covid-19 vaccination does not cause concerning changes to periods, research has found.

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"These results rely on people recalling their previous menstrual experiences, and may include bias due to those who chose to complete the survey. Nevertheless, our results are reassuring that Covid-19 vaccination does not cause concerning menstrual changes, and helpful for identifying people who might be at higher risk of experiencing menstrual disturbance."