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We are failing to learn the lessons of COVID

A Biologist's Guide to Life • 34 implied HN points • 24 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemics Science Policy Public Health Polarization Institutional Reform Public Trust
  1. We failed to learn from COVID because people on all sides refused to honestly examine their own mistakes, leaving us polarized and less prepared for the next pandemic.
  2. Both liberal scientists and conservative critics share blame: liberals often shut down dissent and controlled narratives, while conservatives reacted by grabbing power and excluding others, so neither side showed the humility and inclusion needed for good science policy.
  3. The real fix is rebuilding legitimacy and coalitions across divides — give people a voice, protect dissenting views, and use scientific and institutional power with humility so we can handle the next pandemic better.

As Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) expands into a rich suburb, a small community hospital faces closure

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 419 implied HN points • 28 Sep 23
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare access Health Policy
  1. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is growing and investing in new facilities, but this has left smaller community hospitals struggling to survive. This expansion is happening in wealthy suburbs while local hospitals face closure.
  2. Many small rural hospitals in the U.S. are in financial trouble because they don't get paid enough for the care they provide. This leads to closures, making it hard for people in those areas to get medical help.
  3. There are concerns about how nonprofit hospitals are defined and whether they are truly serving their communities. A group of senators is pushing for clearer rules to ensure these hospitals meet their obligations to provide care to those in need.

GUEST POST: We cannot hate Purdue Pharma or the Sackler family, which owned it, enough

Unreported Truths • 25 implied HN points • 10 Jan 26
🏥 Health Politics Pharma Addiction Public Health
  1. Purdue and the Sacklers ran cold, data-driven marketing that pushed doctors to start and then titrate patients to higher, long-term OxyContin doses, using tactics like savings cards and targeted campaigns to create dependence and drive huge profits.
  2. The Sackler family pulled billions out of the company and used bankruptcy maneuvers to avoid full legal accountability, leaving only limited payouts to victims while the company rebrands and continues operating.
  3. Broader systems — medical organizations, advocacy groups, and parts of the media — promoted aggressive pain treatment and downplayed addiction risks, which let pharmaceutical marketing campaigns normalize heavy opioid use and fuel the overdose crisis.

Comment on Harmful USPSTF Kids Weight Loss Recommendation - Part 2

Weight and Healthcare • 279 implied HN points • 20 Dec 23
🏥 Health Politics Recommendations Health Impacts Weight Stigma
  1. The US Preventive Services Task Force has put forth draft guidelines for higher-weight children, open for public comment until January 16, but the evidence does not support their conclusions.
  2. The recommendation for weight loss interventions for children 6 and older is based on short-term data and studies with significant flaws, posing the risk of harm without clear long-term benefits.
  3. Structural inequalities, financial insecurity, and weight bias play significant roles in influencing diet, physical activity, and access to healthcare, complicating the effectiveness and ethics of weight loss interventions.

VERY URGENT: Pfizer's mRNA flu shot failed its pivotal clinical trial in adults 65 and older

Unreported Truths • 56 implied HN points • 26 Nov 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Clinical Trials Public Health Drug regulation Pharmaceutical industry
  1. Pfizer's mRNA flu shot did not work well for older adults, causing more flu infections and side effects compared to the standard flu shot.
  2. In addition to more flu cases, older people who received the mRNA shot faced serious health issues like kidney problems and respiratory failure.
  3. Despite the disappointing results and higher side effects, Pfizer has not been transparent about the trial findings and seems to be downplaying the issues.
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Regional Editions Return

Force of Infection • 66 implied HN points • 14 Nov 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Disease Surveillance Regional Analysis
  1. CDC is back online tracking respiratory diseases like COVID-19 and influenza. This means we can now get more details about what’s happening with these illnesses.
  2. Paid subscribers will get regional updates this winter, breaking down data by U.S. regions. This will offer a closer look at how different areas are impacted.
  3. This winter is expected to see higher-than-normal flu cases, so the data updates will be really important for everyone to stay informed.

Fighting BMI-Based Denials Part 3 - Patient Experience

Weight and Healthcare • 579 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🏥 Health Politics Patient Experience Healthcare system
  1. Patients face challenges with BMI-based denials in healthcare, leading to significant emotional, financial, and physical impacts.
  2. Advocating for medical necessities, like surgeries, can be a long and arduous process involving research, professional consultations, and legal assistance.
  3. The use of BMI as a sole metric for healthcare decisions is criticized as outdated and unfair, impacting individuals' access to necessary care.

Biden Should Follow UK Government Lead And Ban Puberty Blockers

Michael Shellenberger • 1370 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Gender identity Puberty Blockers Legislation
  1. The UK's National Health Service stopped prescribing puberty blockers to children, leading the way in reevaluating medical treatments for gender dysphoria
  2. There is a lack of long-term evidence for the safety and effectiveness of puberty blockers in children, as per the independent review commissioned by NHS England
  3. Advocates are calling for the US, including President Biden, to ban puberty blockers for children and follow the UK's lead

Outbreak Outlook - National - Jan 27

Force of Infection • 515 implied HN points • 27 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Disease Control Vaccination Health data Health Policy
  1. Flu cases are on the rise again, especially in children, after weeks of decline. It's surprising to see this rebound during the season.
  2. COVID-19 wastewater levels are decreasing, but it's too soon to know if we’ll avoid a larger wave this winter.
  3. Activity for RSV is declining across the country, but caution is still advised, particularly for babies and older adults.

Bioethics and Freedom to Choose

Who is Robert Malone • 16 implied HN points • 21 Jan 26
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Policy Bioethics Public Health Medical Ethics Individual Rights Legal history
  1. Vaccine mandates violate basic bioethical principles like autonomy and informed consent because they use coercion instead of voluntary, informed choice.
  2. Mandates are scientifically questionable since immune responses and risks vary widely between people and natural immunity can also provide protection, so one-size-fits-all policies ignore biological differences.
  3. Mandatory vaccination represents institutional overreach and paternalistic control, so public health should balance community benefit with individual rights rather than imposing blanket requirements.

💊💉 The future of weight loss drugs: A Quick Q&A with … analyst (and superforecaster) Greg Justice

Faster, Please! • 548 implied HN points • 07 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Pharmaceuticals Healthcare access Regulations Affordability
  1. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are changing how obesity is treated. They might also help with other health issues, making them seem like wonder drugs.
  2. While these drugs are becoming more popular, there are challenges in getting them to the people who need them, mainly about their costs and healthcare regulations.
  3. It looks like prices for GLP-1s may drop slightly due to competition, but significant price control changes are not expected anytime soon.

Finally, Big Insurance's Pharmacy Benefit Managers are being probed by Congress

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 679 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🏥 Health Politics Health Policy Insurance Reform Pharmaceuticals
  1. Congress is looking into how Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) operate. They want to make sure these companies are not overcharging people for their medications.
  2. PBMs and insurance companies are causing more financial strain on patients by raising out-of-pocket costs. Many people are struggling to afford their medications because deductibles have doubled over the past decade.
  3. There are new bills being proposed to increase transparency and reform PBM practices. This could help ensure that savings from drug manufacturers are passed on to patients.

Sunday Strip: Not all Fats are the Same

Who is Robert Malone • 37 implied HN points • 14 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Immunization Vaccine Safety Pediatrics Regulation
  1. Not all fats are the same, so different kinds should be recognized and treated differently when thinking about diet and health.
  2. There is concern that aluminum salts used as vaccine adjuvants can be toxic in a dose-dependent way, and that multiple childhood vaccines might create cumulative exposure that needs reevaluation.
  3. Private medical claims about individuals should not be assumed true or shared without public confirmation, and such information deserves cautious handling.

Focusing on Healthcare’s Administrative Costs Is Misguided

Cremieux Recueil • 610 implied HN points • 07 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare Reform Policy Analysis Economic Impact Public Health
  1. The idea that administrative costs in healthcare are the main issue is often wrong. Many studies show the key costs come from provider payments, not just administration.
  2. Comparing U.S. administrative spending to other countries shows Americans spend similar percentages on administration, but overall higher costs are mostly due to higher payments to healthcare providers.
  3. Improving how healthcare is managed, especially through better corporate governance, can help reduce administrative costs, but we need broader reforms to really lower healthcare prices.

New, Massive Report On COVID Lockdowns Shows Nobody Will Ever Admit They Were Wrong

Unmasked • 54 implied HN points • 23 Nov 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Government Policy Covid response Medical Misinformation
  1. The COVID response from governments was filled with misinformation and a lack of accountability. Many believe that the policies like mask mandates and lockdowns did not achieve their intended goals and caused more harm than good.
  2. There is a need for politicians and health authorities to reflect on and admit past mistakes, which requires honesty and willingness to consider different perspectives.
  3. A recent report was expected to address the failures of COVID policies but instead failed to acknowledge these mistakes, continuing the trend of misinformation.

Study: The Bad News - Masks Helped Destroy Society. The Good News - There Were Zero Benefits Against COVID.

Unmasked • 60 implied HN points • 15 Nov 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Pandemic response Mask Mandates Mental health Societal Impact
  1. Many people still wear masks daily, believing it protects them from illness, even though there's no strong evidence to support this.
  2. The shift in messaging about masks from source control to personal protection has caused confusion and fear in society.
  3. Wearing masks has been shown to negatively impact social and emotional wellbeing for both those who wear them and the people around them.

FDA Admits COVID Vaccines Likely Led To Deaths Of Multiple Children

Unmasked • 46 implied HN points • 02 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination COVID-19 Government Policy Medical Ethics
  1. COVID vaccines have been linked to serious health risks, including the possibility of causing deaths in children. It's important for families to stay informed about vaccine safety.
  2. Public health measures, especially mask-wearing, have become common in daily life despite debates on their effectiveness. Many people still follow these mandates without questioning them.
  3. New leadership in health organizations is working to address past mistakes in handling COVID-19. This includes recognizing the differences in risk levels between age groups and the role of natural immunity.

An ounce of opioid prevention

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 279 implied HN points • 06 Dec 23
🏥 Health Politics Drug policy Public Health Addiction Treatment Legislation Preventive Care
  1. Preventing opioid addiction is just as important as treating those who are already addicted. Focusing on prevention could help stop more people from becoming addicted in the first place.
  2. The U.S. prescribes a huge amount of opioids compared to other countries, which contributes to the addiction crisis. Many people who end up using heroin were first given opioids through prescriptions.
  3. State and federal policies should shift towards reducing unnecessary opioid prescriptions. Educating doctors and patients about pain management can help lower opioid use and its associated risks.

The plot thickens

Logging the World • 378 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🏥 Health Politics COVID-19 Pandemic Government Response Public Health
  1. Understanding the threat level of a COVID variant depends on its market share and growth rate, which both influence its impact on overall spread.
  2. A variant's position on a graph based on market share and growth rate can indicate potential future trouble - ones in the top right corner can pose significant problems.
  3. Current observations suggest a positive outlook with low and decreasing hospital numbers, along with no imminent variants posing a threat in the next few weeks.

After missing mid-year financial expectations, here are the ways big health insurers are going to get back into Wall Street's good graces

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 399 implied HN points • 14 Sep 23
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare Costs Policy Changes Market Trends
  1. Big health insurers are planning to cut costs and increase profits by negotiating harder with hospitals and cutting payments to doctors. This might mean less money for patient care.
  2. There may be layoffs and job losses as companies try to streamline operations and boost their financial performance. Together with potential cuts in benefits, employees could face job insecurity.
  3. Health insurance costs are expected to rise for consumers, along with reduced access to care. Insurers are looking to increase prices and tighten coverage to please investors on Wall Street.

Parents, doctors, and CHD sue AAP in one of the most important lawsuits in medical history

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 11 implied HN points • 21 Jan 26
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Policy Public Health Pediatric care Medical Ethics Health Misinformation
  1. Plaintiffs allege the American Academy of Pediatrics coordinated with vaccine manufacturers in a long-running scheme to misrepresent childhood vaccine safety and profit, and they are seeking injunctions, corrections, and treble damages.
  2. The core claim is that no cumulative outcome studies prove the full childhood vaccine schedule is safe and effective, that theoretical reasoning replaced required empirical testing, and that dissenting scientists and doctors were systematically suppressed.
  3. If the lawsuit succeeds it could force public corrections, damage the credibility of professional medical societies, and spur further legal challenges to vaccine policy, even though mainstream media coverage has been limited so far.

When Doctors' Education Is Really Pharmaceutical Industry Marketing - Part 1

Weight and Healthcare • 579 implied HN points • 04 Feb 23
🏥 Health Politics Pharmaceuticals Medical education Weight Stigma Industry Influence
  1. Doctors' education can be heavily influenced by the pharmaceutical industry, leading to potential biases in medical practices and treatments.
  2. Some educational conferences and seminars for doctors may actually be marketing events by pharmaceutical companies, promoting certain medications or treatments.
  3. It's crucial for doctors to be aware of potential conflicts of interest and maintain objectivity in their approach to patient care, especially in fields like weight management and diabetes.

BREAKING/URGENT: mRNA COVID VACCINES KILLED AT LEAST 10 KIDS, THE FDA REPORTS

Unreported Truths • 49 implied HN points • 29 Nov 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Policy Safety Regulations
  1. The FDA reported that at least 10 children died after receiving mRNA COVID vaccines. This number might be higher due to possible underreporting.
  2. The FDA plans to update its rules for approving new vaccines, emphasizing that vaccines should actually prevent disease or death, not just trigger immune responses.
  3. The FDA is also looking to tighten regulations for flu shots, as there has been a lack of strong evidence showing their benefits.

The onward march of semaglutide and friends

Brain Pizza • 662 implied HN points • 22 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Medication Addiction Diabetes Research Public Health
  1. New diabetes drugs, like GLP-1 agonists, may help reduce cravings for alcohol and opioids. This suggests they could be useful for treating substance use disorders.
  2. These medications were originally designed for weight loss and diabetes management, but they are showing potential in other areas of health.
  3. The findings from recent studies hint at a broader impact of these drugs, which could change how we approach treatment for various health conditions, not just diabetes.

Help the US Preventative Services Task Force Avoid Harming People and Wasting Money

Weight and Healthcare • 359 implied HN points • 24 May 23
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare Policy Research Interventions
  1. The US Preventative Services Task Force's draft research plan on weight loss interventions lacks consideration for the long-term effectiveness of weight loss attempts.
  2. Small amounts of weight loss do not necessarily cause improved health outcomes - factors like behavior changes and access to healthcare may play a bigger role.
  3. Focusing on health-supporting behaviors rather than weight loss interventions could lead to more meaningful and less harmful outcomes for higher-weight individuals.

Breaking NEWS: HHS Terminates Major Grants to the AAP

Who is Robert Malone • 32 implied HN points • 18 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Healthcare policy Pediatrics Vaccine Policy Regulation Legislation
  1. HHS has terminated roughly $18–20 million in federal grants to the American Academy of Pediatrics, saying the group has lost touch with American families and used identity-based language.
  2. Critics point to several controversial AAP recommendations — masking very young children, past advice to delay peanut introduction, 2025 COVID vaccine guidance for infants, and endorsing GLP-1 drugs for adolescents — and allege those choices harmed kids and reflected industry influence.
  3. Major legal and political moves are underway: California’s AB 144 is criticized for shielding vaccine providers while leaving injured families without remedies, and the U.S. House passed H.R.3492 to criminalize many gender-affirming treatments for minors.

Ten Lessons from the Covid-19 Pandemic

THE FREEDOM BLOG • 353 implied HN points • 16 Jul 23
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Media influence Government Policies Civil Rights
  1. The response to the Covid-19 pandemic in Western nations was disproportionately authoritarian compared to the actual threat.
  2. It is important to critically evaluate public health policies and not rely solely on emotional reactions.
  3. Citizens should diversify media sources to include independent journalism for a more balanced perspective.

Sunday Strip: Overvaxxer Derangement Syndrome (ODS)

Who is Robert Malone • 38 implied HN points • 07 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Public Health Misinformation Policy Regulation Social media
  1. The EU fined X €120 million under the Digital Services Act for selling verification badges without proper identity checks, failing to keep a transparent ad repository, and restricting researcher access, and warned of much larger fines if it stays noncompliant.
  2. A new label — "overvaxxer" and the term "Overvaxxer Derangement Syndrome (ODS)" — is being proposed and pushed for adoption in everyday use.
  3. The piece uses cartoons and satire to criticize vaccine advocacy and platform regulation, framing a narrative shift and encouraging readers to spread the new term.

"Follow the Science" recap

Who is Robert Malone • 15 implied HN points • 19 Jan 26
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Policy Public Health Regulation Pharmaceuticals Clinical Trials Risk Communication Adverse Events
  1. The vaccines' headline "95% effective" referred to relative risk reduction while the absolute risk reduction was only about 0.7–1.1%, and the smaller absolute benefit was not widely reported, which the text says misled people and violated informed consent.
  2. The post claims some mRNA dosing showed negative efficacy—suggesting more doses could increase the chance of getting COVID—and also asserts myocarditis after vaccination is not rare or mild and is more likely from vaccination than from infection.
  3. The piece accuses governments and pharmaceutical companies of propaganda and silence, and raises mechanistic concerns like viral/product shedding, plasmid DNA transfer, exosome effects, and a shift toward anti‑spike IgG4 antibodies after repeated mRNA shots.

Elevance and other for-profit insurers find new scrutiny from lawmakers over their denials of care for Medicaid patients

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 419 implied HN points • 17 Aug 23
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare Policy Insurance Medicaid Legislation
  1. Elevance and other for-profit insurers are denying many care requests for Medicaid patients. In fact, Elevance has a denial rate over 34%, which is really high.
  2. Lawmakers are starting to investigate these denial practices more closely. Congress is looking into how insurers use 'prior authorization' to say no to needed treatments.
  3. In Ohio, Elevance is having contract disputes with hospitals, impacting Medicaid patients' access to care. This means patients might struggle to find alternative hospitals that will cover their treatments.

Hawaii - "Keep Vaccinations Optional" Tour

Who is Robert Malone • 20 implied HN points • 07 Jan 26
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Policy Public Health Emergency powers State Politics Civil Liberties
  1. A multi-stop speaking tour across Oʻahu and Kauai drew large, engaged crowds and involved long travel days and late events.
  2. The trip included lots of local nature and scenery moments, with frequent sightings of birds like Java sparrows, zebra doves, and native nēnē geese around the hotels and cottages.
  3. There is strong concern about the governor retaining COVID emergency powers and joining the Western Alliance, with claims this could lead to a strict vaccine schedule for children and limited exemptions.

Who is Robert F. Kennedy Jr.?

Who is Robert Malone • 25 implied HN points • 28 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccine Policy Regulatory reform Government oversight Environmental health Health data Medical freedom
  1. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. moved from environmental law into a prominent role challenging pharmaceutical and public health institutions and now serves as HHS Secretary pushing anti‑corruption reforms.
  2. His policy agenda focuses on three pillars — transparency, detoxification, and decentralization — including public access to raw trial and CDC data, phasing out suspected toxic chemicals, and breaking up concentrated federal health authority.
  3. A major CDC audit under his leadership reportedly uncovered data suppression, conflicts of interest, and questionable handling of autism data, leading to legal referrals, grant freezes, and plans to release terabytes of raw epidemiological data for independent review.

Navigating RSV protection this fall

Your Local Epidemiologist • 646 implied HN points • 23 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Disease Prevention Epidemiology Aging Population
  1. Vaccines and monoclonal antibodies have been developed to protect against RSV, especially for pregnant women and infants, showing high effectiveness in reducing hospitalizations.
  2. Older adults are also at risk for RSV, and the vaccine is effective for those over 60, but it’s important for them to discuss options with their healthcare providers.
  3. Real-world data confirms that RSV protection is effective and safer than getting the disease, but many people still lack awareness about these preventive measures.

Health insurers have spent over $141 billion buying back their own shares since 2007 while premiums and deductibles have skyrocketed

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 619 implied HN points • 04 May 23
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare Costs Insurance Industry Corporate ethics Consumer Debt Legislation
  1. Health insurers have spent about $141 billion on buying back their own shares since 2007. This means money that could help lower premiums is going to make executives richer instead.
  2. As health insurers buy back shares, premiums and deductibles for customers have gone up a lot. Many people are struggling with high medical debts while companies focus on profits.
  3. There are efforts to change laws around stock buybacks, but so far, nothing has passed. Many believe that these buybacks hurt workers and families instead of helping them.

America - and Americans - must stand against drugs of abuse. ALL drugs of abuse.

Unreported Truths • 32 implied HN points • 19 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Drug policy Addiction Public Health Mental health Criminal Justice Federal Policy
  1. Drugs that produce a high are harmful and addictive, and making them more accessible has caused real social and public-health harms.
  2. High-THC cannabis has limited proven medical benefits and is linked to psychosis, severe vomiting, accidents, heart risks, and can act as a gateway to further drug use.
  3. Society should discourage and stigmatize drug use rather than normalize or commercialize it, using higher costs and legal consequences to reduce use because drug use creates harms for families and the public.

$335 million take-home: here are the 7 health insurance CEOs who made it big in 2022

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 559 implied HN points • 01 Jun 23
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare Insurance Medical Debt Government programs
  1. Seven health insurance CEOs made a whopping $335 million in 2022, which is 18% more than the previous record. Most of their earnings came from big stock buybacks by their companies.
  2. Molina's CEO earned more than half of the total amount, making $181 million, while the smallest companies made most of their money from taxpayer-funded programs like Medicaid.
  3. The increase in CEO pay is concerning, especially since it has happened while many Americans struggle with high medical costs and debts, indicating a focus on profits over patient care.

URGENT: mRNA Covid jabs should NEVER have been approved for children or young adults

Unreported Truths • 44 implied HN points • 30 Nov 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination COVID-19 FDA Regulation Medical Ethics
  1. mRNA Covid vaccines may have serious side effects for children, and these concerns were known during the trials. It's important to be aware of these risks when considering vaccination for young ones.
  2. Some deaths, including a child's, occurred during vaccine trials, but this information was not fully shared with the public for years. Transparency in clinical trials is crucial for public safety.
  3. Data presented by vaccine manufacturers wasn't always accurate, leading to misleading conclusions about their effectiveness and safety for kids. Parents should approach such information with caution.

Big health insurers are using Washington-based trade group the Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) to bankroll ad campaigns in the DC area

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 519 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare policy Insurance Industry Pharmaceuticals Public Health
  1. Big health insurers are using a group called PCMA to run ads in Washington to protect their profits in the pharmacy supply chain. They want everyone to think they're on the side of patients.
  2. Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) are making more money than traditional health insurance companies. They decide which medications people can access and how much they have to pay.
  3. The ads you're seeing about PBMs being beneficial are actually paid for by the insurers, meaning the costs are coming from the money you pay in premiums and taxes.

Sunday Strip: Just say No

Who is Robert Malone • 41 implied HN points • 30 Nov 25
🏥 Health Politics Drug Safety Regulation Public Health FDA Medical Ethics
  1. It's important to say 'no' sometimes, especially when you see something is wrong. Dr. Frances Kelsey did this when she refused to approve the dangerous drug thalidomide.
  2. Standing firm in your beliefs can protect others from harm. Kelsey's refusal to approve drugs without proper safety testing saved countless babies from serious deformities.
  3. Dr. Kelsey's work helped change drug approval laws. She showed that patient safety comes first, and her courage led to better protections for everyone.

covid vax and conception rates

bad cattitude • 183 implied HN points • 26 Jun 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Public Health Data Analysis Policy Impact
  1. There was a noticeable drop in birth rates after the rollout of COVID vaccinations, with data showing that vaccinated women had fewer births than unvaccinated women. This trend has raised many questions.
  2. A recent study highlighted the difference in conception rates between vaccinated and unvaccinated women, showing that unvaccinated women had significantly more births. However, the study also had limitations such as potential biases.
  3. Researchers suggest that looking into specific batches of the vaccine might help clarify the impact on birth rates, which could lead to more conclusive evidence about the vaccine's effects on pregnancy.