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Vaccine adverse events, including death, are grossly under-reported

9 implied HN points • 05 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Drug Safety Healthcare policy
  1. A lot of serious adverse events from vaccines, including deaths, aren’t reported. This makes it hard to see the true effects of vaccines.
  2. Studies show that healthcare professionals often don’t report adverse drug reactions. The underreporting rate is really high, often around 90%.
  3. Many reasons lead to underreporting, like doctors thinking only serious issues need reporting or feeling unsure about whether an event is related to a vaccine.

Today I filed a formal complaint in Santa Clara County alleging malfeasance by the public health department

15 implied HN points • 07 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Government Accountability Data Transparency Legal issues
  1. A formal complaint has been filed against the Santa Clara County Public Health Department for potentially misleading the public by recommending COVID vaccines despite their own data suggesting they may be harmful.
  2. Requests for explanations from the health department about their data were met with silence or non-committal responses, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.
  3. The data indicates that COVID vaccines may have increased infections and deaths, prompting questions about their effectiveness and the need for public discourse on the subject.

My autism survey shows very clearly vaccines cause autism

10 implied HN points • 18 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Medical Ethics Health Policy Autism Research
  1. The survey indicates that a significant number of children developed rapid onset autism right after receiving vaccines, suggesting a potential link.
  2. Specifically, around 60% of children who had vaccines showed autism symptoms within a week following the vaccination.
  3. The author believes more people should look into this issue, as they think mainstream science is ignoring important evidence.

My rebuttal on the claims that vaccines have saved >> killed

9 implied HN points • 28 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health COVID-19 Medical Ethics Health Policy
  1. The evidence presented by those claiming vaccines saved lives often doesn’t actually support their claims. Many studies suggest that vaccinations didn't significantly reduce death rates.
  2. Safety signals that could indicate vaccine harm have been ignored or not properly investigated. There’s a lack of thorough autopsy studies to confirm if vaccines caused any deaths.
  3. The overall threat level posed by COVID-19 was exaggerated. Many reports show that COVID-19 is comparable to the flu, leading to concerns that society overreacted and pushed vaccines without adequate justification.

The $1M COVID vaccine debate is now fully funded

15 implied HN points • 31 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine debate Public Health Policy Issues Crisis Management Medical Ethics
  1. A $1 million debate about the COVID vaccine has been funded by two people, each putting up $500,000. The winner will take all the money.
  2. The debate is focused on whether the COVID vaccine caused more deaths than it saved. This topic has generated a lot of discussion and disagreement.
  3. The debate will have impartial judges and be mostly written, with possible live-streaming. It's seen as a chance to settle a big issue with serious financial stakes.
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Pfizer pregnancy trial showed the COVID shots increased AESIs (like major congenital abnormalities) in newborns by over 4X

12 implied HN points • 26 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Safety Public Health Medical Ethics Clinical Trials Maternal health
  1. A recent study found that COVID vaccines during pregnancy are linked to a 4.2 times higher rate of serious problems in newborns compared to unvaccinated mothers.
  2. The study showed no benefit in preventing COVID infections among vaccinated and unvaccinated mothers, meaning the vaccine didn't help at all.
  3. Despite these concerning results, there seems to be a lack of awareness or action from health authorities to inform or protect pregnant women from these risks.

Over 200,000 Americans killed by the COVID vaccine: 10 methods, same answer

16 implied HN points • 21 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Epidemiology Health Policy Medical Ethics
  1. There are different ways to estimate how many Americans might have died due to COVID vaccines, and many of these methods point to a significant number of deaths.
  2. Studies and surveys suggest that the death toll from vaccines could be higher than the deaths caused by COVID itself, raising concerns about vaccine safety.
  3. Overall, estimates indicate that at least 200,000 Americans may have died due to the COVID vaccine, which should alarm lawmakers and the public.

EXCLUSIVE: The CDPH is unable to explain the rise in the COVID Case Fatality Rate (CFR) after the COVID shots rolled out

9 implied HN points • 23 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination COVID-19 Policy Analysis Health data
  1. The California Department of Public Health struggled to explain why the COVID death rate increased after the vaccines were rolled out. Their response did not make sense.
  2. With a majority of nursing home residents vaccinated, we expected the death rate to go down, but it actually stayed flat for a long time and didn't fall until a new, less deadly variant appeared over a year later.
  3. Questions about the data offered by health officials were often ignored, leading to a distrust in their claims about the effectiveness of the vaccines.

New Hampshire legislature special committee issues scathing report that eviscerates the federal and state COVID response

12 implied HN points • 16 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Health Policy Legislation Public Health Crisis response
  1. A report from New Hampshire says that while government officials felt their COVID responses were right, almost everyone outside of government disagreed and thought things were a mess.
  2. The report found no solid evidence that actions like mask mandates or social distancing helped reduce the spread of COVID-19. Many believe these measures didn’t work.
  3. Experts testified that vaccines weren't effective at preventing COVID and raised concerns about their safety, leading to a call for more careful consideration of public health decisions in the future.

Australian excess deaths are highly correlated with the number of booster vaccinations

10 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccinations Public Health Epidemiology Medical Research Policy Issues
  1. More booster shots lead to more excess deaths. It suggests a possible risk factor with the vaccines.
  2. There seems to be a link between more vaccines and increased COVID cases. This raises questions about their effectiveness.
  3. The study indicates serious concerns about the safety of vaccines, suggesting that some people may have been harmed significantly.

Nature paper shows the COVID "vaccines" increased your risk of getting COVID

12 implied HN points • 12 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Pandemic response Scientific research Health Policy
  1. COVID vaccines may reduce the body's protective mucosal antibodies, which are important for preventing infections.
  2. Data suggests that vaccinated individuals could be more susceptible to COVID than those who haven't been vaccinated.
  3. There is a call for clearer communication from health authorities about the potential risks associated with COVID vaccinations.

A County health officer was asked by a Sacramento Supervisor to explain why the COVID data showed the vaccine made things worse

12 implied HN points • 31 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccines COVID-19 Data Analysis Government Policy
  1. There is no clear medical reason for COVID vaccines to prevent infection. Natural infections can create immunity, but not the kind from an injected vaccine.
  2. After vaccines were given out, the data showed that the rate of deaths actually increased and stayed the same for a year, even though it was going down before the vaccines.
  3. Some people in the medical field believe vaccines can cause harm, but are pressured not to publish their findings because of funding and institutional pressures.

My latest email to Santa Clara County

10 implied HN points • 13 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Public Health Government Misinformation Civil Rights COVID-19
  1. The government often disregards questions about their health data, which leads to frustration. People want clear explanations about their findings, especially regarding health issues.
  2. When faced with criticism, some officials prefer to avoid the conversation instead of providing evidence or clarification. This lack of dialogue can contribute to confusion and misinformation.
  3. There is a belief that accepting the CDC's guidelines without question is more common than engaging in an open discussion about alternative data. This mindset can hinder progress in public health understanding.

The US Nursing home data shows the IFR skyrocketed after vaccine rollout. It was supposed to do the opposite.

4 implied HN points • 06 Feb 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination COVID-19 Elderly Care Healthcare policy
  1. The data from US nursing homes showed a significant increase in infection fatality rates (IFR) after the COVID vaccine was rolled out, contradicting expectations that the vaccine would lower these rates.
  2. Vaccines did help reduce severe disease in elderly individuals, but their overall impact on reducing infections and transmission was limited, especially with new variants.
  3. Studies suggested that vaccinated nursing home residents had lower mortality rates compared to unvaccinated ones, but the claims about the effectiveness of the vaccine in reducing deaths remain debated.

What happens when health authorities are forced to answer my questions?

12 implied HN points • 19 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health COVID-19 Vaccination Data Analysis Health Policy
  1. Health authorities may avoid answering tough questions about vaccine effectiveness. It's important to push for clear and honest responses.
  2. Data from nursing homes suggests that COVID vaccinations did not significantly reduce deaths. This raises concerns about the actual impact of the vaccines.
  3. There are claims that more vaccinations could be linked to increased COVID infections. It's crucial to understand why vaccination rates and infection rates may not align as expected.

Researchers have never looked at autism onset rates post vaccine in the short term

7 implied HN points • 19 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Public Health Autism Research
  1. There has only been one study about how vaccines relate to autism, and it didn't look closely at what happens shortly after vaccination. It mainly relied on medical records instead of talking to parents.
  2. Many parents report that their child's autism symptoms appeared within a week of getting vaccinated. However, these observations are often dismissed as anecdotes and not considered scientific evidence.
  3. The timeline of diagnosis can be long, which might make it seem like autism onset is unrelated to vaccinations. But many parents feel there is a strong connection based on their experiences.

What would happen if the government required AI models to tell the truth?

10 implied HN points • 08 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Autism Public Health Research Ethics Government Policy
  1. If AI models had to tell the truth, we could expect more honest answers to important questions. This could change how we interact with technology and rely on its information.
  2. There have been claims and studies suggesting a link between vaccines and autism, but many scientists disagree. It's a complex issue that needs more open research.
  3. Government oversight of AI and medical research could ensure better transparency and accountability. This would help the public trust information provided by these systems.

Who wants to be a millionaire?

7 implied HN points • 17 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Science communication Debate Controversies
  1. The author believes that vaccines can cause autism and is willing to bet $1 million on it. They think if the science is clear, people should take the bet.
  2. They argue that nobody is accepting the bet because they secretly believe vaccines do cause autism, despite the scientific consensus that they don't.
  3. The author views putting money on the line as a way to see who truly believes in their claims. They are eager for a debate and willing to offer a reward for finding a counterparty.

Do vaccines cause autism?

7 implied HN points • 17 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Medical Research Autism Health Education
  1. Vaccines and autism have been debated often, but many experts say there is no link between them. It's important to look at good data and research.
  2. A recent survey found that many families have children with autism, raising questions about what could be causing it. Understanding this issue is really important for families.
  3. The author wants to collect personal stories from families about when their child started showing signs of autism. He believes it's crucial to gather more information in this area.

Want to help me upgrade digital identity?

4 implied HN points • 01 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Digital Identity Cryptography Cloud Security Privacy
  1. Usernames and passwords are outdated. A new method of digital identity would make online security simpler and safer.
  2. You can manage your identity without needing to remember complicated passwords or codes. Just an alias is all you need.
  3. There’s a need for experts in cryptography and cloud security to help create a more secure and self-sovereign identity system.

Did the COVID vaccine save more people than it killed?

6 implied HN points • 27 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccines Debate Ethics COVID-19
  1. There's a big debate about whether the COVID vaccine actually saved more lives than it harmed. People are trying to figure out the real impact of the vaccine.
  2. Arguments from both sides are being shared, with some saying the vaccine was beneficial and others claiming it had serious negative effects.
  3. The discussion is serious because it involves a lot of money and people's health, so understanding both perspectives is really important.

Which mRNA vaccine is safer?

5 implied HN points • 10 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Safety Data Analysis Policy
  1. The Moderna vaccine might be riskier than the Pfizer vaccine based on some studies, suggesting it has a higher chance of serious side effects.
  2. Recent information indicates that the safety comparison between the two vaccines might not be as clear as previously thought.
  3. Being updated with new data is important for anyone who may help others decide which vaccine to take.

Why do confounders always work to make the COVID vaccines look unsafe? I asked an expert!

11 implied HN points • 15 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Safety Data Analysis Public Health Research
  1. Confounders are factors that can distort data, making vaccines seem unsafe, but they should affect results randomly. It raises questions about why they only appear to show a negative impact on vaccines.
  2. There is a significant difference in mortality rates between different vaccine brands, suggesting there may be deeper issues like manufacturing defects or distribution biases impacting safety results.
  3. Despite individual observations of negative vaccine effects, people are often told to trust aggregated data from authorities, which can lead to doubts about the reliability of personal experiences and observations.

The Takada paper shows very clearly that the COVID vaccines are not safe

11 implied HN points • 14 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Safety concerns Pharmaceuticals Regulatory issues
  1. The Takada paper suggests that there are very high risks of myocarditis associated with the COVID vaccines, especially with Moderna, which has an alarming ROR of 54.
  2. This data raises concerns about the overall safety of both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, indicating they have significant issues compared to other drugs.
  3. Health authorities are not providing adequate information about these risks, and there are calls for more transparency regarding the vaccine's safety profile.

Santa Clara County non-COVID all-cause mortality increased 50% over baseline in elderly in Q1 of 2021

7 implied HN points • 02 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Mortality Rates Elderly Care Statistical Analysis
  1. In Santa Clara County, elderly non-COVID deaths rose by 50% in early 2021, a significant increase compared to previous years. This data points to a concerning spike in mortality rates during the rollout of COVID vaccines.
  2. The health department did not explain the increase in deaths, which raises questions about the safety of the vaccines for older adults. Many believe that the COVID vaccinations might be linked to these higher death rates.
  3. Given the unexpected rise in non-COVID deaths, experts suggest halting vaccine recommendations for the elderly until a clearer understanding of the causes can be established. This is a cautious approach to ensure the safety of older populations.

In today's society, you are not allowed to ask about certain topics like the best sources of data on vaccine safety and efficacy!

9 implied HN points • 01 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine debate Public Health Information Control Government Policy Censorship
  1. People feel restricted from asking questions about vaccine safety and effectiveness. This can make discussions less open and honest.
  2. There are concerns that AI tools are being programmed to avoid certain topics, limiting the information available to the public.
  3. Some individuals believe that questioning vaccine data is legitimate, and they feel frustrated when they can't get clear answers.

Yang paper: US data shows COVID vaccinated kids 5 - 18 die at a 5.7X higher rate than their unvaccinated peers

10 implied HN points • 14 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Health data Mortality Rates Health Policy
  1. Vaccinated kids aged 5-18 are reported to have a 5.7 times higher death rate compared to those who are unvaccinated. This is a significant difference that needs attention.
  2. There has been a dramatic increase in cardiac-related emergency room visits among people under 40 in New Zealand after the COVID vaccine rollout. The numbers rose nearly five times, which suggests a serious health concern.
  3. Many health authorities are not discussing these findings, which raises questions about vaccine safety. It's important for parents to be aware of the potential risks involved.

Exclusive interview: How NY's Bravest treat those they disabled with the COVID vaccine

10 implied HN points • 12 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Public Health Workplace Safety Government Accountability
  1. O'Brian Pastrana was a healthy firefighter until COVID shots made him permanently disabled. Now he’s struggling with only half of the pension he should have received.
  2. Many firefighters are afraid to speak out about the dangers they see after the vaccine rollout. They worry they might lose their jobs and benefits if they share their experiences.
  3. Despite O'Brian's situation being recognized as work-related, the city refused to fully accept responsibility. This has left many individuals feeling abandoned by the system.

Did the COVID vaccine reduce the rate of COVID infections at YOUR workplace?

4 implied HN points • 09 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines COVID-19 Public Health Workplace Safety Health Policy
  1. The COVID vaccine might have reduced the number of infections among workers. It's important for people to share their experiences to get a clearer picture.
  2. If someone thinks the vaccine was effective, they should provide specific details about their workplace and what they observed.
  3. Gathering real feedback can help understand if the vaccine worked as expected in different settings. Honest experiences are needed for better insights.

My $100,000 offer to UC Santa Cruz

8 implied HN points • 21 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Public Debate Policy Analysis Misinformation University Policy
  1. There's a challenge to UC Santa Cruz about their vaccine policies, proposing a debate where students decide the outcome.
  2. If the university's vaccine policy is better than the challenger's, they get $100,000; if not, UC Santa Cruz pays that amount to another organization.
  3. The university recently limited its use of social media to reduce misinformation, highlighting differing views on what misinformation really is.

NEJM paper (2022): COVID vax will prolong the length of time you can spread COVID + flu shot stats show they don't work either

8 implied HN points • 21 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Public Health Infectious Disease Policy Debate Healthcare system
  1. COVID vaccines may not actually lower the chances of getting infected. They can, in fact, allow you to spread the virus for a longer time.
  2. The flu vaccine hasn’t shown to be very effective either, raising doubts about the COVID vaccine's reliability.
  3. Data suggests that vaccinations don’t really prevent severe illness or death for older people. So it's unclear why COVID vaccines would be different.

New paper shows COVID boosters increased mortality in nursing home residents. The effect was highly statistically significant after 4 weeks.

8 implied HN points • 18 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Epidemiology Policy Analysis Statistical Analysis
  1. COVID boosters seem to increase death rates in nursing home residents, especially after four weeks. This suggests the boosters might be doing more harm than good.
  2. Initial vaccinations showed a tiny benefit, but it quickly faded and was not strong enough to justify the ongoing use of vaccines in nursing homes.
  3. Vaccinating nursing home staff appeared to negatively affect residents, leading to higher deaths. This data raises serious concerns about the overall effectiveness of these vaccines.

Santa Clara County's wastewater shows the COVID vaccine increased infections

7 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Data Analysis Health Policy
  1. In Santa Clara County, the amount of COVID in wastewater is higher than the national average. This suggests that vaccination may not have helped reduce infections.
  2. The data shows that after vaccinations were rolled out, infection rates actually went up. This raises questions about the effectiveness of the vaccines.
  3. There hasn't been much discussion from health officials about these findings, which seems strange given the serious implications for public health.

COVID case fatality rate (CFR) more than doubled after they rolled out the jabs in Santa Clara County in 2021

8 implied HN points • 18 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Mortality Rates COVID-19 Health data
  1. The COVID case fatality rate in Santa Clara County increased significantly after the vaccine rollout, more than doubling compared to before. This was surprising and not the expected outcome.
  2. Despite high vaccination rates, the overall mortality rates did not return to normal, suggesting that the interventions put in place did not effectively save lives.
  3. There are concerns about the vaccine's impact on health, as data shows an increase in deaths after the shots were introduced, leading to questions about their safety and effectiveness.

Do you have a family member who died from COVID after July 1, 2021?

3 implied HN points • 27 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health COVID-19 Vaccination Epidemiology Policy
  1. There is a survey asking people if they lost a family member to COVID after July 1, 2021. It helps gather information on the impact of the virus during that time.
  2. If someone hasn't lost a family member to COVID after that date, they are asked not to participate in the survey. This aims to keep the responses relevant.
  3. Those who lost multiple family members should only report on the first one and their vaccination status if known. This simplifies the data collection process.

We're suing Springer Nature for $250M in punitive damages for the unethical retraction of our COVID harms paper

24 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Medical Ethics Legal action COVID-19 Research Integrity
  1. Scientific journals have been retracting papers unethically for decades, and it's time for this unethical practice to stop
  2. The author is suing Springer Nature for $250M in punitive damages due to the unethical retraction of their COVID harms paper
  3. The impact of the retracted paper on changing views, even of popular figures like Dr. Boz, highlights the importance of holding journals accountable and seeking justice

Misinformation Squares

5 implied HN points • 30 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine Safety Public Health Medical Ethics Health Research Misinformation
  1. The Vaccine Safety Research Foundation (VSRF) has had a successful year revealing important data about vaccine safety. They share evidence and hold discussions on issues related to vaccines and health policies.
  2. The annual fundraiser, called 'Misinformation Squares,' will be a fun event featuring knowledgeable guests discussing vaccine awareness. It's set for December 5, 2024, and aims to raise support for safety research.
  3. VSRF offers ways for people to get involved through donations, purchases from their shop, and even participating in raffles. Supporting their efforts helps promote transparency in vaccine safety.

An open invitation to resolve the vaccine misinformation problem

7 implied HN points • 15 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine debate Misinformation Public Health Scientific Integrity Health Policy
  1. Misinformation about vaccines can seriously harm people, and we can't fix it with threats or censorship. It needs open discussions based on science.
  2. Health authorities are currently avoiding conversations about vaccine misinformation, which makes it harder to address the issue effectively.
  3. Censorship doesn't work for solving debates about vaccines. Instead, we should encourage public discussions to find out the truth and potentially save lives.