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How Did Remdesivir Obtain Approval for Kidney Disease?

1506 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Treatment Lawsuit FDA Approval
  1. Remdesivir, a controversial drug, was approved by the FDA for COVID treatment in kidney patients.
  2. Family members of patients express anger and grief over the use of Remdesivir, linking it to worsened health conditions and deaths.
  3. Financial incentives and hospital protocols played a significant role in the administration of Remdesivir, raising concerns about ethics and patient care.

Biden's Blunders vs. Trump's Turmoil: A Political Showdown

515 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
  1. A special counsel decided not to press charges against Biden due to significant memory lapses during interviews.
  2. Obama faced significant down-ticket losses during his presidency, with nearly 1,000 seats lost over eight years.
  3. There is a concern that Trump's actions in the White House may disqualify him for a second term.

The Aussies Take on the Vaccine

1308 implied HN points • 10 Aug 23
  1. A Senate committee in Australia confronted Pfizer and Moderna executives on the vaccine.
  2. The committee discussed indemnity and the responsibility of these companies towards injuries.
  3. There were exchanges on stopping transmission of Covid.
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If I Interviewed Trump About Covid…

1189 implied HN points • 22 Aug 23
  1. The pandemic heavily impacted Trump's chances of re-election.
  2. Questions surrounding Trump's response to the pandemic are raised, including his pivot in approach.
  3. There are speculations about covert operations, censorship, and international coordination during the pandemic.

What They Meant by Essential and Nonessential

1863 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Government Social Issues Civil Rights Democracy
  1. The distinction between essential and nonessential work was decided by a previously unknown agency called CISA.
  2. The terms essential and nonessential reshaped the commercial world in unprecedented ways.
  3. The categorization of essential and nonessential roles reveals a societal divide between those considered indispensable and those perceived as dispensable.

Can We Please Have Some Honesty About Trump’s Lockdowns?

1487 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Health Policy Leadership History
  1. The document drafted by Trump's Department of Health and Human Services guided government at all levels in dealing with COVID-19 in 2020.
  2. The consequences of lockdowns implemented in response to COVID-19 were devastating, leading to various societal and economic issues.
  3. DeSantis challenges the narrative on Trump's response to COVID-19, advocating for individual liberty and responsibility over lockdowns as the new-normal response.

Sanitizer Surge: Cautionary Consequences of COVID-19 Crisis

1546 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Environmental Impact Public Health Crisis Management
  1. The surge in demand for hand sanitizer during the COVID-19 crisis led to unintended consequences.
  2. The FDA's decision to relax regulations in response to the demand resulted in an influx of inexperienced hand sanitizer manufacturers.
  3. The environmental catastrophe in Carson, California, highlights the importance of considering potential risks and consequences during a crisis.

Covid Controls, the Cello, and Me

1110 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23
  1. Charles Krblich's personal cello journey reflects the impact of the pandemic on the arts community.
  2. Despite disruptions, the power of music and human connection prevails through dedication and resilience.
  3. The story emphasizes the importance of staying connected to the magic and essence of art in times of chaos.

Now They Tell Us! The Suspicious Shift on Universal Masking in Healthcare Settings

1705 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Masks Pandemic response COVID-19
  1. Experts suggest that universal masking in healthcare settings may not be as necessary as previously claimed due to changing pandemic context.
  2. Downsides of universal masking in healthcare are discussed, such as communication barriers and negative impacts on trust and empathy.
  3. Authors propose managing COVID-19 using Standard Precautions, suggesting a shift from pandemic-era strategies like asymptomatic testing and contact tracing.

Revenge of the Praetorian Guard

1269 implied HN points • 09 Jul 23
  1. Defenders of the Covid regime are engaging in Doublethink, holding contradictory opinions about censorship.
  2. Harvard Law Professor Larry Tribe and others advocate for censoring speech under the guise of preventing 'disinformation.'
  3. The Biden administration and advocates like Larry Tribe are accused of disregarding constitutional rights in efforts to suppress dissent.

Pandora’s Jar is Opened Again

1090 implied HN points • 16 Aug 23
  1. The story of Prometheus and Pandora is used to explore the consequences of human pursuit of knowledge and power.
  2. The characters in the movie depict the interplay between those who seek knowledge and those who seek power, particularly in times of war.
  3. The parallels drawn between the characters in the movie and current events reflect on the potential dangers of the pursuit of knowledge and power in modern society.

Meet the NEW Dr. Fauci

1130 implied HN points • 02 Aug 23
  1. Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo is the new head of NIAID, replacing Dr. Anthony Fauci.
  2. Dr. Marrazzo was a director at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
  3. She was a strong advocate for mask-wearing during the pandemic.

Sorry, This Is Not Going Away

1467 implied HN points • 22 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Pandemic response Government Trust Civil Liberties
  1. Various consequences from the pandemic response are still present such as educational setbacks, economic issues, and distrust in government.
  2. A group of individuals criticized the US policy response to the pandemic and suggested different strategies for the future.
  3. The book by the Covid Crisis Group attempts to address the pandemic aftermath but faces skepticism and criticism for its content and approach.

What It Means to Lose Trust

1229 implied HN points • 10 Jul 23
  1. Difficult truths are surfacing, revealing how trust is lost in various institutions and how denial can be harmful.
  2. Believing difficult truths is important to protect vulnerable individuals and to promote justice and honesty.
  3. Continuous revelations challenge us to reevaluate long-held beliefs and trust our instincts to navigate complex situations.

Was the Covid Response a Coup by the Intelligence Community?

1110 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
  1. The response to COVID had elements of a coup by the intelligence community.
  2. Key policies like social distancing and lockdowns had ties to the Western intelligence community.
  3. The intelligence community's involvement in shaping the COVID response raises questions about accountability and influence.

Fauci’s Never-Ending Victory Tour

1487 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Covid response Vaccines Public Health
  1. Fauci faced criticism for his handling of COVID-19 outcomes and is now trying to distance himself from negative consequences.
  2. Fauci's legacy includes pushing for the COVID vaccine despite limitations like not preventing transmission.
  3. There are concerns about the impact of Fauci's actions on medical freedom and the patient-doctor relationship.

Berenson v. Biden: The Potential and Significance

1566 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Lawsuit First Amendment Corruption
  1. Journalist Alex Berenson is suing President Biden and others for orchestrating a public-private censorship campaign against him.
  2. Mainstream media has been silent about Berenson's case, highlighting the issue of censorship in the Covid era.
  3. The lawsuit could lead to uncovering significant information about the Covid era, challenging government censorship and the influence of powerful entities.

The Most Important Meeting in the History of the World That Never Happened

1189 implied HN points • 23 Jun 23
  1. In Spring 2020, a crucial meeting between top scientists and government officials could have changed the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, but it never happened.
  2. The meeting was intended to provide an alternative perspective to lockdown measures and ensure decisions were based on diverse expert opinions.
  3. Despite efforts to arrange the meeting, it was mysteriously canceled, raising questions about the reasons behind it and the impact of missed opportunities for informed decision-making.

1,135 days

1506 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Policy Impact Children's Health Vaccination Debate
  1. The United States spent 1,135 days under a national emergency declaration due to Covid.
  2. Covid policies led to significant consequences like healthcare disruptions, flawed Covid models, and privacy concerns.
  3. The impact on child health and development, global rise in child labor, and negative effects on education were profound outcomes of Covid regulations.

We Landed a Major Blow Against the Censorship Leviathan

1110 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
  1. Judge's ruling grants provisions in a request against government's censorship regime.
  2. The case reveals coordination between senior government officials and social media executives in censorship.
  3. Judge's decision indicates government actions may have violated the First Amendment.

Pandemic Leaders Were Biodefense Puppets and Profiteers

1150 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
  1. Leading public health experts behaved strangely during the pandemic
  2. Public health experts were actually following biodefense directions
  3. Understanding the motives behind public health leaders' actions is crucial

New Mask Study Confirms: N95s Don't Work Either!

2121 implied HN points • 30 Nov 22
  1. Medical masks are like "facial decorations" according to CNN.
  2. N95 masks showed no significant advantage over medical masks.
  3. Overall, masks regardless of type do not show effectiveness.

FDA Head Admits “Cheerleading” Pfizer’s Drug Paxlovid

912 implied HN points • 20 Aug 23
  1. FDA commissioner admitted to promoting Pfizer's drug Paxlovid, despite traditional regulations
  2. Califf's promotion of Paxlovid lacked full evaluation of real-world effectiveness
  3. FDA relaxed rules on drug promotion for Paxlovid under EUA in October 2022

Who Owns BioNTech?

1110 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
  1. BioNTech made significant profits from Covid-19 vaccines in 2021 and 2022.
  2. The main shareholders of BioNTech are CEO Ugur Sahin and the Strüngmann twins, who own the majority of the company's stock.
  3. The Gates Foundation, although a minor shareholder, made a substantial profit from selling off BioNTech shares.