Muscular Dystrophy UK has issued a statement following news published today that Luke Garrett, 20, died earlier this year shortly after receiving his Covid-19 vaccine.
A spokesperson said:
“We provide support and guidance to individuals and families living with muscle-wasting conditions, and we are always here for those who have experienced a bereavement. We have been working closely with Luke Garrett’s family to support them at this difficult time and immediately circulated details with relevant medical professionals and authorities.
“MHRA has confirmed to us that their analysis of data relating to people who have received a Covid-19 vaccine has not shown any linkage between having a muscle-wasting condition and experiencing vaccine side-effects.
“Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, we have shared guidance for people affected by muscle-wasting conditions on our website. We are not clinically trained ourselves so rely on collaborations with leading neuromuscular clinical and healthcare professionals to help us to provide the information and advice to do this.
“Everyone at MDUK is thinking of Luke’s family and friends at this very sad time.”
Our helpline provides guidance for anyone with a muscle-wasting condition. Those who need support or have questions about the Covid-19 vaccine can reach us by freephone 0800 652 6352 Monday to Friday, between 10am and 2pm, or on info@musculardystrophyuk.org. Even if you call outside of these hours, a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.