Pope says vaccines are safe, effective and an 'act of love'

Pope Francis is adding his voice to a campaign to overcome vaccine skepticism, issuing a public service announcement insisting that vaccines are safe, effective and an “act of love.” It was produced by the Vatican and the Ad Council, which has produced a series of pro-vaccine ads in a bid to get more people vaccinated.

Francis said that “contributing to ensure the majority of people are vaccinated is an act of love.” Francis had emphasized at the start of the pandemic the need to ensure equal access to the vaccine, especially for the poor.
But faced with increasing skepticism about vaccines especially among religious conservatives, the Vatican has vowed an all-out effort to overcome hesitancy and encourage widespread vaccination.