The parents of a 31-year-old in need of a heart transplant at Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital said their son has been removed from the transplant list because he has not been vaccinated for COVID-19, according to a report. The hospital told CBS Boston that its policy is in line with other transplant programs in the U.S. that require the vaccine because it fits under the lifestyle behaviors of the candidates. The statement said it is the hospital's goal to "create both the best chance for successful operation and also the patient's survival after transplantation." The report did not indicate why the 31-year-old needs a transplant. "The flu could kill you, a cold could kill you, COVID could kill you.

Source: Fox News January 25, 2022 15:00 UTC