More Americans Search For Fake Vaccine Cards As CDC Changes Mask Guidelines

Google data indicates that searches for fake COVID-19 vaccination cards spiked across the United States after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) eased coronavirus restrictions for fully vaccinated people. 

The CDC reversed its mask guidance for fully vaccinated Americans last week. As per the new guidelines, vaccinated people are no longer required to wear face coverings indoors or outdoors in most settings. 

Following the May 13 announcement by the CDC, Google searches for “fake covid card” surged by 950% and “fake covid vaccine card” rose by 1,150% compared to...