GMC Investigates Cardiologist’s Claims Linking COVID Vaccines to Royal Cancer
LONDON – The General Medical Council (GMC) has launched an investigation into comments made by cardiologist Dr. aseem Malhotra linking COVID-19 vaccines to cancer, including a suggestion they may have been a “notable factor” in the cancer diagnosis of members of the royal family.The inquiry follows a complaint alleging malhotra spread “harmful misinformation” about the vaccines, and comes after the GMC previously admitted a mistake in not initially investigating concerns raised about his views.
Malhotra made the remarks during a speech at a Reform UK conference last weekend, stating vaccines “created havoc” in the human body and referencing a conversation with an unnamed “eminent oncologist” in Britain. He also claimed Labour leader Keir Starmer had made “false statements” and reiterated his support for “conventional” vaccines.
Reform UK has attempted to distance itself from Malhotra’s statements. Malhotra had previously collaborated with the party on its health policy,having been introduced by Reform UK chair David Bull as someone who “worked with me to write Reform UK’s health policy.” Malhotra himself stated, “There are plenty of political figures who support my position.I also have doctors who thank me for what I am doing.”
The medical community has strongly condemned Malhotra’s claims. Dr. Jeanette Dickson,chair of the Academy of Medical royal Colleges,welcomed the GMC’s investigation,noting Malhotra previously claimed the mRNA vaccine was responsible for excess heart disease and warning that such theories are “pernicious because they can and do save lives.” She added Malhotra’s actions risked undermining public trust in doctors.
Dr. Tom dolphin, chair of the British Medical Association, called Malhotra’s remarks “perilous and irresponsible,” stating they could lead individuals to avoid vaccines and erode trust in the medical profession.
The GMC investigation builds on a previous review initiated last year after admitting an error in not addressing earlier concerns about Malhotra’s anti-vaccine messaging. The council is currently assessing whether further action is required in light of his recent comments.
