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Cuba, The West, And An 'Elusive' Vaccine

¡Do Not Panic! • 687 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Child Health Biotech Capitalism

Meningitis B was a major killer of babies and children until a vaccine breakthrough in 2015.
Cuba had actually developed a vaccine against Meningitis B over 25 years earlier than the West.
The ideological and capitalist motives delayed the use of Cuba's vaccine, leading to unnecessary deaths of children in the West.

Neighbor Tuesday: Measles

The Friendly Neighbors • 275 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24

🏥 Health & Wellness Global Health Vaccines Conflict Child Health

Cases of Measles are rising in the US due to decreasing vaccination rates.
Yemen is facing a Measles crisis fueled by conflict and poverty.
Children in conflict zones like Yemen face health inequities and lack access to vaccines.

The CDC, AAP and public health officials need to tell parents to stop masking their kids

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 203 implied HN points • 18 Jul 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health Parenting Child Health

There is no evidence to justify masking kids, especially very young kids.
Organizations like the CDC and AAP should advise parents to stop masking healthy children.
Companies selling child masks should be held accountable for false advertisement if they do not meet the required standards.

VSRF LIVE - The Fight for Our Kids: An Interview with Informed Consent Warrior Barbara Loe Fisher

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 3 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24

🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Informed consent Child Health Advocacy Public Health

Barbara Loe Fisher advocates for informed consent and discusses the risks and benefits of childhood vaccines.
She founded the National Vaccine Information Center after her son experienced severe side effects from a vaccine.
Ms. Loe Fisher actively raises awareness about vaccine science, policy, and the importance of understanding vaccine risks.

Canada's youngest athletes, ages 6-13 are dying suddenly: COVID-19 vaccine mandates for children playing sports were a crime...

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 1 HN point • 23 Feb 23

🏥 Health Politics COVID-19 Vaccination Child Health

Children ages 6-13 in Canada are dying suddenly
COVID-19 vaccines are banned for kids under 18 in Scandinavian countries
Forced COVID-19 vaccination of healthy child athletes in 2021-2022 in Canada

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Vax to Relax

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jun 21

🏥 Health & Wellness Child Health COVID-19 Public Health Vaccination Mental health

Parenting involves balancing restrictions and freedoms for children.
Fall 2020 was a challenging time for kids due to the pandemic, and there are considerations about reopening schools in a safe manner.
It's important to shift from a zero-risk approach to relative-risk-reduction mode when dealing with COVID-19 to address the broader needs of individuals and populations.

Pick Your Battles

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 03 Jun 21

🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Child Health Parenting COVID-19 Medical Advice

Consider the risks and benefits before making decisions about your family's health, like getting vaccinated for COVID-19.
Vaccines, including the COVID-19 vaccines, are effective and safe, providing protection and helping reduce transmission.
Making informed decisions based on science and facts, not fear, is crucial when navigating health choices for your family.