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A recent study by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has found no scientific evidence connecting COVID-19 vaccination to unexplained deaths among young adults, health researchers have confirmed. The investigation addressed growing public concerns and speculation around the safety of coronavirus vaccines, particularly in people aged 18 to 45, and concluded that vaccines are not a contributing factor to sudden fatalities in this age group. 

The findings stem from a comprehensive analysis of data from multiple institutions, including the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Institute of Epidemiology, which collaborated with AIIMS to study sudden death cases. One of the key results from the multicentre research showed that there was no increase in the likelihood of sudden, unexplained deaths among vaccinated individuals compared with unvaccinated peers. 

Early results from the ongoing AIIMS-led study indicate that common causes behind sudden deaths among young adults remain consistent with pre-pandemic trends. These include heart attacks, genetic predispositions, unhealthy lifestyle choices, and complications following COVID-19 infection itself. Experts pointed out that patterns of cause have not shifted significantly after the vaccination rollout, further reinforcing the view that vaccines are safe.

Public health authorities have reiterated the importance of understanding the broader health context rather than attributing tragic deaths to vaccines without evidence. They emphasised that misleading associations can harm public confidence in immunisation programmes, which have played a vital role in reducing severe COVID-19-related illness and death. 

Health officials also urged individuals to focus on preventive measures, including regular medical check-ups and addressing lifestyle factors that contribute to heart disease and other serious conditions. They stressed that vaccination remains a critical tool in protecting communities from dangerous outcomes related to COVID-19.