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The Men Who Lost Their Babies

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 5393 implied HN points • 08 Feb 25
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare Reproductive Health Mental health Women's Rights
  1. Men experience deep emotional pain during pregnancy loss, but their feelings are often overlooked by society and medical professionals. This can lead to feelings of isolation and grief that are not acknowledged.
  2. Doctors sometimes say insensitive things that can hurt men grieving the loss of a child. It shows a lack of understanding about how fathers feel and are affected by these tragedies.
  3. There's a stereotype that men don’t have a role in pregnancy and childbirth discussions, which can leave them feeling sidelined. It's important to recognize that fathers also have emotional connections to their unborn children.

The Press Is Beginning to Take Notice of How Health Insurers Are Raiding The Medicare Trust Fund

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 1019 implied HN points • 30 Apr 24
🏥 Health Politics Medicare Health Policy Insurance Public Health Regulation
  1. Health insurers are overcharging Medicare by about 22%, costing taxpayers a lot more than if seniors received care directly from traditional Medicare.
  2. Recent reports highlight how private Medicare Advantage plans have historically not saved money and often result in higher overall costs for the program.
  3. The media is beginning to spotlight the negative impacts of Medicare Advantage, leading to more scrutiny and awareness about how these plans operate.

The Sky Did Not Fall After CDC Ended Routine Recommendation for Five Vaccines

Injecting Freedom • 93 implied HN points • 09 Feb 26
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Policy Immunization Public Health Informed consent Child Health Health Regulation
  1. CDC removed five childhood vaccines (Hep B, rotavirus, MenACWY, Hep A, and influenza) from its routine schedule and shifted them into "high risk" or "shared clinical decision‑making" categories.
  2. HHS emphasized personal autonomy and informed consent, warned against coercion, and called for better, more transparent science—including placebo‑controlled trials—while acknowledging that vaccine adverse events can occur months or years later.
  3. The vaccines remain available and are generally still covered by insurance, and some advocates are urging further changes to classify other vaccines (like DTaP, Tdap, and IPV) as non‑routine because they don’t fully stop transmission.

Odd bedfellows: Moving with MAHA from conversation to collaboration

Your Local Epidemiologist • 2004 implied HN points • 30 Jul 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Policy Community Engagement Health Equity Environmental health
  1. Collaboration between public health experts and grassroots movements is powerful. By working together, they can tackle important health issues that directly affect communities.
  2. Addressing health problems can involve simple, effective solutions like providing grocery access to low-income patients. This approach shows how public health can be practical and impactful.
  3. Building trust and relationships is key in public health. It's important to listen to local voices and work with those who have firsthand experience with health challenges.

URGENT: Poll, reader thread, and podcast discussion today on what the ouster of Vinay Prasad means for the FDA and the future of medical reform in the United States

Unreported Truths • 24 implied HN points • 07 Mar 26
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare policy Pharmaceuticals Regulation Public Health Political Reform
  1. The U.S. spends about $5 trillion a year on healthcare but still has poor outcomes, which has helped fuel the grassroots MAHA movement focused on personal responsibility and questioning the medical establishment.
  2. Political answers are unclear: Democrats mostly push more government-funded coverage that could raise costs, while Republicans lack a unified reform plan and many policymakers are tied to industry interests.
  3. The ouster of Vinay Prasad from the FDA feels like a pivotal setback for aggressive medical reform, suggesting big pharma influence remains strong as promised changes to drug advertising and other reforms stall.
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Snoop Dogg's daughter Cori Broadus, 24, suffers severe stroke; Former NFL Saints LB Ronald Powell 32, dies suddenly; Olympic Pole Vaulter Shawn Barber Dead At 29 suddenly...but sshhhuussshhh, mRNA?

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 2338 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Health Politics
  1. Snoop Dogg's daughter Cori Broadus had a severe stroke at 24.
  2. Former NFL Saints LB Ronald Powell passed away suddenly at 32.
  3. Olympic Pole Vaulter Shawn Barber died suddenly at 29, rumors suggest it's related to mRNA technology.

Covid-19 vaccines, what just happened at the FDA, and why it matters

Your Local Epidemiologist • 3078 implied HN points • 21 May 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Policy Public Health Epidemiology FDA Regulations
  1. The FDA has changed Covid-19 vaccine guidelines, now recommending them only for people over 65 or those with chronic conditions. This means younger, healthy adults might not get access to vaccines soon.
  2. Normally, big health decisions follow a clear process involving many experts and public discussions. But this recent change was made by just a few appointed officials without involving the usual expert groups.
  3. Many believe this new approach is worrying because it skips the detailed, evidence-based discussions that are important for public health decisions.

"I am calling for a halt to the use of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines."—The FLCCC News Capsule for January 7, 2024

The FLCCC Alliance Community • 2496 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health
  1. Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo wants to halt mRNA COVID-19 vaccines due to concerns over DNA contamination.
  2. Dr. Paul Marik found that simple lifestyle changes and repurposed drugs can prevent cancer.
  3. Dr. Robert Malone criticizes public health for failing and spreading misinformation about vaccine safety.

Are You an Anti-Paxxer?

RESCUE with Michael Capuzzo • 1965 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics Medical Misinformation Pharmaceutical industry Healthcare system Drug Safety Public Health
  1. The article highlights concerns about the safety and effectiveness of Paxlovid as doctors start to drop it due to drug interactions and research linking it to Covid rebounds and virus shedding.
  2. Pfizer is heavily promoting Paxlovid amidst concerns, transitioning from Emergency Use Authorization to FDA approval at a much higher price, despite struggles to market the drug successfully.
  3. There is a push to stigmatize skeptics of Paxlovid as 'anti-paxxers,' paralleling previous campaigns against alternative treatments like ivermectin.

Independent SAGE has joined substack!

Independent SAGE continues • 1418 implied HN points • 20 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Pandemic response Vaccination Data Analysis
  1. Independent SAGE has launched a Substack to share insights about Covid research and data. They aim to provide valuable information directly from experts to the public.
  2. They plan to post updates roughly every two weeks, including responses to important new research and news. This helps keep everyone informed about the ongoing situation.
  3. The Substack will remain free for subscribers, encouraging more people to stay updated on Covid developments and public health measures.

We had people go into rooms of our parents, grand-parents, who were isolated behind the glass, no doctor would touch them as they began to die in isolation; pull back cover saw feces, mound of feces

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 2299 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Health
  1. Patients were left isolated and uncared for, even as they died in filth.
  2. The author advocates for holding medical professionals accountable for their actions during COVID.
  3. The text urges for dramatic legal consequences if COVID policies are found to be harmful.

mRNA Injury stories - SEPSIS & AMPUTATION - 41 yo Lucinda Mullins had a small kidney stone, developed sepsis and lost all her limbs; 13 yo softball player Anita Navas had rash & lost her legs

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 2260 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccinations Injuries COVID-19 Medical Ethics
  1. year-old Lucinda Mullins developed sepsis and lost all her limbs after a small kidney stone
  2. year-old Anita Navas lost her legs after developing a rash
  3. The post discusses why these serious injuries occur in individuals vaccinated with mRNA for COVID-19

Covid Situation Report: Jul 18, 2024

Independent SAGE continues • 279 implied HN points • 19 Jul 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Epidemiology Healthcare policy Infectious Diseases COVID-19 updates
  1. Covid cases are rising again in England, especially among older people. This suggests that the virus is still active and not just a seasonal illness.
  2. Hospital admissions for Covid are also increasing and approaching the levels seen during last winter's peak. This means the healthcare system could face more pressure soon.
  3. Despite fewer deaths from Covid compared to last year, there has been a recent increase in fatalities. It's crucial to stay cautious and follow health guidelines to minimize risks.

Alberta, Canada is now giving COVID-19 vaccines to minors without parental consent - doctors are now a hazard to your child's health

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 3989 implied HN points • 13 Mar 23
🏥 Health Politics COVID-19 vaccines Health Risks
  1. Alberta, Canada is now giving COVID-19 vaccines to minors without parental consent.
  2. Doctors are now implicated in the health of children due to COVID-19 vaccine 'accidents'.
  3. There are concerns about Canada moving towards euthanizing children without parental consent.

Secrets From a Hospital CEO: How Big Hospital Chains Suck Money Out of Your Local Community

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 779 implied HN points • 15 May 24
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare system Medical Debt Corporate Practices Community Impact Health Insurance
  1. Big hospital chains often prioritize profits over patient care, leading to high salaries for executives while many people struggle with medical debt. This focus on money can hurt local communities by draining resources that could have been used for patient care.
  2. Health insurance companies have complicated systems that sometimes make it hard for patients to get the care they need. Instead of focusing on helping people, they often get caught up in making profits and managing money.
  3. Employers and patients should educate themselves about the healthcare system. Understanding how it works can help them make better choices and potentially reduce costs in healthcare.

Chinese Communist govt (CCP) is funding fraudulent research & science on mRNA Cancer vaccines - new CCP study (Mar.2024) called "Advances and prospects of mRNA vaccines in cancer immunotherapy"

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 2279 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Research Vaccines Funding China
  1. Chinese Communist government is funding fraudulent research on mRNA cancer vaccines.
  2. New study titled 'Advances and prospects of mRNA vaccines in cancer immunotherapy' is expected to be published in March 2024.
  3. The article behind a paywall raised questions that led to an interesting investigation.

School Shootings Rise Along with ADHD Diagnoses, While Public Officials Continue to Ignore Mental Health Treatment

The DisInformation Chronicle • 290 implied HN points • 17 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Mental health Child welfare School Safety Gun Violence Education & Policy Accountability
  1. School shootings and student exposure to gun violence have increased, and schools often respond with security tech like metal detectors instead of tackling underlying issues.
  2. Many children are being diagnosed and medicated for ADHD at high rates, and stimulant medications can sometimes increase aggression or trigger a cascade of more drugs to treat side effects.
  3. What’s missing are real behavioral and mental-health interventions and accountability for educators and clinicians who neglect non-drug treatments or mismanage diagnoses.

Covid mRNA Vaccines Required No Safety Oversight: Part Two

Human Flourishing • 2162 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Regulations Public Health
  1. Covid mRNA vaccines were obtained without safety oversight via military acquisition paths.
  2. Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) was used for Covid vaccines, designed for responding to bioterrorism situations.
  3. HHS partnered with DoD to utilize DoD's Other Transaction Authorities to bypass safety regulations for vaccine development.

Amnesty? What? Let me Dr. Paul Alexander be as clear as I can be Dr. Emily Oster & all you INSANE illogical Branch COVIDian MADMEN & WOMEN; there must be no fuck*ng forgiveness, EVER, for fake COVID!

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 2240 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health COVID-19 Response Medical Ethics Healthcare system Policy Making
  1. Dr. Paul Alexander emphasizes no forgiveness for fake COVID.
  2. Punishment and justice are demanded for those who caused harm.
  3. Calls for accountability, no closure, and proper public inquiries.

⚡️ Top 10 news of the week

digitalhealthinsider • 39 implied HN points • 04 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Digital Health Healthcare Trends Privacy issues Data Protection Tech Innovations
  1. Many healthcare organizations are facing challenges with ransomware attacks, which is a serious concern for data safety.
  2. Having a strong focus on data protection and compliance can help healthcare companies manage these risks better.
  3. Staying updated on healthcare trends and conferences is important for those involved in the industry.

China repeatedly tried to block Taiwan from giving toxic COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines to its population - now Taiwan is publishing fraudulent new research covering up myocarditis in mRNA jabbed teenagers

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 2142 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Research Taiwan Myocarditis COVID-19
  1. China tried to prevent Taiwan from administering COVID-19 mRNA vaccines
  2. Taiwan published research on myocarditis in vaccinated teenagers
  3. The study found no significant deterioration in heart function post-vaccination

NIH: The quiet engine of science is being dismantled

Your Local Epidemiologist • 1846 implied HN points • 23 Jul 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Research Funding Policy Impact Community Engagement
  1. The NIH is the biggest funder of research in the world, supporting important studies on health and disease. Cuts to its funding can leave many research projects unfunded, impacting public health.
  2. Recently, around 5,500 research projects have been halted due to budget cuts, which means many unanswered questions and less progress in health research. This affects local communities and the jobs connected to scientific research.
  3. It's important for scientists to communicate their work better to the public. Engaging people, simplifying grant applications, and balancing funding across different health topics can help make research more visible and supported.

BOOM! “Bill Gates has done more damage to the world's health than probably any other individual." ~ Professor Angus Dalgleish (professor of oncology at St George's, University of London)

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 2181 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Health
  1. Professor Angus Dalgleish believes Bill Gates has done significant damage to global health.
  2. Criticism is directed at pharmaceutical companies for experimenting with harmful research protocols and vaccines on poor populations.
  3. The pursuit of money and power in the pharmaceutical industry is highlighted as detrimental, especially to vulnerable communities.

Virologist Simon Wain-Hobson Calls Out Corrupt Journals: Nature, Science, and Lancet

The DisInformation Chronicle • 1970 implied HN points • 26 Jun 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Pandemic response
  1. Many science journals, like Nature and Science, are accused of corruption and only support certain narratives about the origins of COVID.
  2. Virologist Simon Wain-Hobson believes that dangerous research on viruses puts the world at risk, and no strong evidence shows that it has helped prevent pandemics.
  3. There is a call for more honesty and openness in both science and journalism to rebuild public trust and properly address mistakes made during the pandemic.

Quick update on Covid in England. Plus manifestos!

Independent SAGE continues • 479 implied HN points • 13 Jun 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Pandemics Vaccination Government Policy Health Systems
  1. There was a rise in Covid cases in May due to a new variant and reduced immunity, but it was smaller than previous waves. People received booster shots which helped protect the vulnerable.
  2. A new wave of Covid is expected this June, which may be larger than May's but hopefully not as big as last winter's. Countries like Portugal and California show signs of increased cases.
  3. The manifestos from political parties in the UK focused on future pandemic preparedness. The Greens and Liberal Democrats have plans for cleaner air, while Labour and Conservatives are less specific about Covid strategies.

Measles reaches highest number since elimination. Start of a Covid wave? Incoming Medicaid cuts, GAVI, and some good news

Your Local Epidemiologist • 1988 implied HN points • 07 Jul 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Epidemiology Vaccination Health Policy Medicaid
  1. Measles cases in the U.S. have hit their highest level since it was declared eliminated in 2000. This is mostly due to falling vaccination rates, as measles is extremely contagious.
  2. There are signs of a possible Covid-19 summer wave, particularly in states like Nevada and Texas. Factors like indoor gatherings and waning immunity could contribute to this increase.
  3. Recent Medicaid cuts could affect millions, leading to a loss of coverage for many people. It's important to inform and support those in need as these changes roll out.

Mandates Make Vaccines Political

Injecting Freedom • 53 implied HN points • 17 Feb 26
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Policy Public Health Civil Rights
  1. Making vaccines mandatory turns a medical choice into a legal and political issue.
  2. People should have the freedom to accept or decline medical interventions, and coercing vaccines can infringe on individual and parental rights and harm those who object.
  3. Vaccines have benefits and risks and reasonable people can disagree about them, and some vaccines like MMR raise specific ethical concerns because they were developed using fetal-derived cell lines.

Masks work, our comprehensive review has found

Independent SAGE continues • 639 implied HN points • 22 May 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Pandemic response Infectious Diseases Healthcare policy
  1. Masks help reduce the spread of respiratory diseases, including Covid-19, when worn correctly and consistently.
  2. N95 respirators are more effective than medical or cloth masks, especially in healthcare settings.
  3. Political beliefs and misinformation can affect how people view mask-wearing, but it's important for public health and safety.

Conflating No Detectable Harm with Zero Harm and the Second Elephant

Gordian Knot News • 146 implied HN points • 22 Jan 26
🏥 Health Politics Environmental health Nuclear Energy Risk modeling Regulation Public Health
  1. Saying "no detectable harm" is the same as "zero harm" is misleading: biological repair can make extra radiation damage undetectable but not literally zero, so a tiny nonzero risk can remain.
  2. Competing harm models (like LNT versus repair-aware models) produce vastly different low-dose risk estimates, so claiming absolute zero harm invites logical and rhetorical attacks and weakens your position.
  3. For regulation and to avoid crippling tort liability, the industry needs a clear, quantitative radiation-harm model to calculate compensation and make nuclear power economically viable even when releases cause no detectable health effects.

Major NIH Nutrition Trials on Diet & Health Ignored

Unsettled Science • 1738 implied HN points • 11 Jul 25
🏥 Health Politics Nutrition Public Health Dietary Guidelines Chronic Disease Research Ethics
  1. Many important nutrition trials conducted by the NIH have been ignored when creating US Dietary Guidelines. This is concerning, as these studies were large and lasted several years.
  2. The results showed that low-fat diets and reducing saturated fats did not prevent major health issues like heart disease or cancer. In fact, some trials indicated that these diets might even increase health risks.
  3. The current nutritional guidelines still promote these low-fat recommendations, despite a wealth of evidence against them. There's a call for the NIH to stop funding studies emphasizing low-fat diets and saturated fat restrictions.

Coming at 3 p.m.: I talk live to Jim Haslam, who has investigated Covid's origins for years, about Ralph Baric, Tony Fauci, and the Rocky Mountain National Lab

Unreported Truths • 11 implied HN points • 13 Mar 26
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic Origins Infectious Disease Public Health Biomedical Research Lab Safety Government Policy
  1. There’s a live interview with investigator Jim Haslam about COVID origins that will discuss Ralph Baric, Tony Fauci, and the Rocky Mountain National Lab.
  2. Haslam is presenting a theory that relies on previously unseen evidence about Baric, and that theory is being aired so it can be examined and scrutinized.
  3. This session is part of an effort to run more live podcasts after a recent successful episode, and viewers are invited to join at 3 p.m. Eastern (2 p.m. Central, noon Pacific).

When will the COVID race be run?

Independent SAGE continues • 1218 implied HN points • 21 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Pandemic response Health Inequality Long Covid
  1. The COVID-19 pandemic isn't a race that simply ends; it changes over time and is influenced by how well we can respond to the virus.
  2. Vaccines have helped reduce severe cases of COVID-19, but many vulnerable people still face risks, and measures need to be put in place to protect them.
  3. Improving ventilation and using masks can help slow down the virus's spread, and next-generation vaccines may offer better long-term protection.

The Anti-Autism Manifesto

Wood From Eden • 5952 implied HN points • 15 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Mental health Disability Rights Psychoanalysis
  1. The high-functioning autism label may not accurately describe many individuals who don't fit classic autism criteria, but rather those with unique personality traits.
  2. There are concerns that mental health professionals overlook disorders like schizoid personality disorder by mislabeling them as autism, which can hinder proper treatment.
  3. Mental health discussions should acknowledge individual preferences and personality differences rather than solely focusing on skills or deficits.

Famed Florida Retirement Community, The Villages, is Being Fed Medicare Advantage Propaganda

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 559 implied HN points • 30 May 24
🏥 Health Politics Medicare Insurance Health care Policy
  1. Medicare Advantage plans are getting a lot of positive coverage, but they can have significant downsides that aren't being reported. Many seniors might not understand the risks involved with these plans.
  2. Recent changes in funding might lead to reduced benefits for seniors using Medicare Advantage. This could mean higher costs or lower quality care as insurers respond to cuts.
  3. Some experts believe Medicare Advantage plans are overstated and actually cost the Medicare system more. Seniors are encouraged to consider traditional Medicare options with supplemental plans for better coverage.