Robyn “Rob” Forbes had achieved one of the major goals in his life. In late 2019, he was able to transition to being a small business owner who could spend time with his two daughters and enjoy hockey, mountain biking and other activities. Forbes’ fulfilling life came to a halt, however, shortly after March 4, 2021, when he received his first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
Within days, Forbes began experiencing a succession of severe adverse events, ultimately resulting in him getting cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), a procedure that involves implanting a device in the chest to help correct serious heart rhythm problems. In an exclusive interview with The Defender, Forbes described the vaccine-induced symptoms he experienced and the “anguish, pain and heartache” that followed and continue to impact his life. Forbes provided The Defender with extensive documentation to verify his claims.
‘Immense social pressure’ led him to get vaccine. Forbes, 41, lives in Alaska where he enjoys mountain biking, hiking, skiing, fishing and playing hockey. “At the time of my injury,” said Forbes, “I was 175 lbs., lean, 5’11” and in the best shape of my entire life. I was able to be a dad and an independent business owner who got a lot of hockey and mountain biking in while not working.”