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The 78 per cent solution

Logging the World • 378 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Long Covid Risk Assessment
  1. A recent study found heart abnormalities in 78 out of 100 people who recovered from COVID within 2-3 months, but this data comes from a sample of the sickest patients which might not be representative of the general population
  2. The Sports Illustrated claim of 78% heart abnormalities risk may not be applicable to current conditions due to the study predating vaccines and omicron, raising concerns about drawing conclusions from outdated research
  3. It's crucial to consider the context and representative sample when interpreting statistics, like looking at more recent data from sources like the UK Office for National Statistics to understand the risks of Long COVID

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.

Fine, I'll run a regression analysis. But it won't make you happy.

Silver Bulletin • 679 implied HN points • 01 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics COVID-19 Statistics Vaccination Debate Partisanship
  1. State partisanship and COVID vaccination rates strongly predict COVID death rates even after considering age.
  2. Simplicity in statistical analysis can help in avoiding overfitting models and focusing on robust, true facts.
  3. Vaccination rates are more predictive of COVID death rates than state partisanship once age is controlled for.

Return of the mask?

Logging the World • 358 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Public Health Masks Infections Prevention
  1. Masks may help reduce COVID spread, but their impact could be limited. Calls for widespread mask-wearing may not significantly alter infection rates and could be less effective than expected.
  2. Clarity in messaging is crucial. Different perspectives within organizations like Independent SAGE can lead to confusion in public health recommendations. Consistent and clear communication is essential for effective response.
  3. Temporary return to mask-wearing might not have a significant long-term impact. Adherence to such measures could be short-lived and may not prevent exponential growth unless sustained over time.

New Congressional Report Details Biden Administration's Catastrophic COVID Messaging Failures

Unmasked • 56 implied HN points • 24 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Public Health Policy COVID-19 Reporting
  1. The Biden Administration is said to have misled many people about COVID-19, which caused a lot of harm.
  2. A new report claims that they wasted nearly a billion dollars on spreading incorrect information about the pandemic.
  3. This situation may have made the spread of COVID-19 worse and raised questions about how health authorities communicated.
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Base! How low can you go?

Logging the World • 338 implied HN points • 06 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Immunity Vaccinations
  1. The concern now is about the rising baseline of COVID infections, not just the peak waves.
  2. The occupancy of COVID beds has decreased since the Omicron variant, with fewer 'for COVID' patients compared to 'with' patients.
  3. The picture of COVID trends shows various spikes with falling peaks, hinting at potential further decreases in primary beds occupied in the upcoming weeks.

FDA's fall 2023 vaccine plan

Your Local Epidemiologist • 1156 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines COVID-19 Public Health Immunity Science
  1. COVID-19 vaccines are being updated for the fall 2023-2024 season due to fast mutations and waning effectiveness against hospitalization.
  2. Vaccine formula may shift to target only the Omicron XBB variant for better immune system recognition.
  3. Global alignment on focusing vaccine efforts on the XBB variant signals a step towards addressing the changing landscape of COVID-19.

February 7, 2024 - Not So Fast

Frank’s Alabama COVID Newsletter • 157 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccines Public Health
  1. The South region in the United States saw a significant rise in Covid viral activity levels, particularly in new hospital admissions.
  2. The dominant strain of Covid in the US is the JN.1 variant, causing 93% of new cases by late January 2024.
  3. Updated Covid-19 vaccines provide 54% protection against symptomatic infection, showing a relative effectiveness compared to the flu vaccine.

The COVID-19 Poll Results: Opinions and Comments

The Skeptical Cardiologist • 314 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Masks
  1. 74% of readers think masks work, especially high-quality ones like N95 or KN95 masks.
  2. Ivermectin is not effective at reducing the severity of COVID-19, as shown by high-quality studies.
  3. It's challenging to conduct trials on masks' efficacy, but easier for drugs like ivermectin; complete data can be limited in making public health recommendations.

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Must Resign. Now.

Who is Robert Malone • 24 implied HN points • 03 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics COVID-19 Governance International relations Public Health Accountability
  1. The US House COVID committee found that the WHO acted in favor of the Chinese Communist Party during the pandemic. This means they believed WHO wasn't focused on global health.
  2. Dr. Tedros, the WHO Director-General, is being asked to resign because of his handling of the COVID situation. Critics say he failed to protect the organization’s mission and let political pressure affect decisions.
  3. The investigation pointed out that the WHO's report on COVID-19 origins was not thorough and echoed CCP views. It suggests that WHO didn't look deeply enough into how the virus started.

January 30, 2024 - Update for the Week of January 20

Frank’s Alabama COVID Newsletter • 157 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccinations Long Covid Prevention Health data
  1. CDC reports decline in new hospital admissions for COVID-19 in U.S. and Alabama
  2. Covid-related hospitalizations tend to peak in January and decline by April historically
  3. Continued mutations of the virus, risk of transmission, and long Covid symptoms are important factors to consider for staying vigilant

COVID, mRNA Tech & the Origins of SARS-CoV-2: My experience and evolving views

Mind & Matter • 157 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 mRNA technology
  1. Early in the pandemic, the mRNA technology in vaccines was considered a promising tool to stop the spread of COVID-19
  2. As new variants emerged, questions arose about the effectiveness of the mRNA vaccines and the need for updates to combat evolving strains
  3. Debates continue around the origins of SARS-CoV-2, the efficacy of vaccines, and the potential side effects of mRNA shots

A Brand New Study on PCR-Negative COVID-Like Illness Suggests It is Often... COVID!

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1258 implied HN points • 25 Feb 22
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 PCR testing Vaccines Antibody testing
  1. PCR-negative COVID-like illness can often turn out to be actual COVID, rendering some studies and vaccine trial efficacy questionable.
  2. A significant percentage of PCR-negative COVID-like illnesses without alternative diagnoses may actually be COVID cases.
  3. Data on PCR-negative cases questioning the efficacy of vaccines and highlighting the need for a better understanding and classification of COVID-like illnesses.

Happy Thanksgiving! And let's all give thanks that Dr. Jay Bhattacharya is about to run the National Institutes of Health

Unreported Truths • 85 implied HN points • 28 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health COVID-19 Epidemiology Medical Ethics
  1. Dr. Jay Bhattacharya is set to lead the National Institutes of Health, and he is known for being a scientist who values debate and open discussion.
  2. His early research on Covid suggested that the infection rate was higher than reported, which led to questioning the strict lockdown measures that were put in place.
  3. Hopefully, Bhattacharya's leadership will foster a culture of openness in scientific inquiry, allowing for diverse perspectives and research to be explored.

Eating out, helping out

Logging the World • 239 implied HN points • 07 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health COVID-19 Government Response Policy Analysis Preventive measures
  1. The UK's Eat Out to Help Out scheme of August 2020 is under scrutiny in connection with the COVID public inquiry.
  2. Data suggests that admissions were shrinking during the Eat Out to Help Out period, and growth started after the scheme ended.
  3. It's crucial for inquiries to consider instances when warnings were ignored but outcomes weren't catastrophic, to avoid future overreactions.

September 7, 2023 - Riding the Covid Wave

Frank’s Alabama COVID Newsletter • 235 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccines Public Health Epidemiology Healthcare
  1. Alabama is experiencing a significant increase in weekly hospital admissions due to Covid-19.
  2. Vaccination is crucial in minimizing the risk of severe Covid cases, especially with new variants emerging.
  3. New and improved Covid-19 vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer show promising responses against highly mutated variants.

The New York Times still won't cover covid honestly

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 200 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics COVID-19 Healthcare Media Opinions
  1. Improving air quality did not stop COVID19 in Kindergartens. No evidence shows that upgrading air quality reduces seasonal respiratory viruses effectively.
  2. Masking may not be necessary in 2024. Few individuals are wearing masks as they are inexpensive and easily available online, suggesting a reduced need for them.
  3. The New York Times seems to be biased in covering COVID. It is important to accept life's risks, not wear masks unnecessarily, and focus on socialization and personal care.

Tony Fauci may join Hunter Biden in getting a presidential pardon

Unreported Truths • 57 implied HN points • 06 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Public Health Political Scandals COVID-19
  1. There are discussions about granting Dr. Fauci a pardon similar to Hunter Biden's. Many people think this could hurt public trust in health officials.
  2. Fauci is being scrutinized for his involvement with risky coronavirus research. Some believe he might have misled Congress about it.
  3. If a pardon stops investigations into Fauci, it could lead to more distrust in public health decisions made during the pandemic. People want transparency and clarity about what happened.

TWITTER FILES: WHO Censored Itself on Vaccines to Help Twitter Censor Tucker Carlson

The DisInformation Chronicle • 525 implied HN points • 27 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Twitter Vaccine COVID-19
  1. The media can be influenced by money and elites to shape narratives and protect those in power.
  2. Journalistic failures and biases have been exposed in coverage of figures like Trump and Tucker Carlson.
  3. Twitter was involved in attempting to control vaccine information and limit damage to the World Health Organization by discussing how to mitigate the impact of Tucker Carlson's reporting without direct censorship.

Apoorva Mandavilli keeps making mistakes at the New York Times to exaggerate the risk of COVID to keep Americans scared

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 162 implied HN points • 18 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Journalism Medical Misinformation
  1. Apoorva Mandavilli is accused of making mistakes and exaggerating COVID risks to keep Americans scared
  2. Critics claim that Mandavilli's reporting lacks journalistic integrity and is more aligned with activism
  3. There are concerns about bias in Mandavilli's reporting, including inaccurate statistics and flawed analysis

The Media Wants You Wearing N95 Masks Forever

Unmasked • 151 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Masks COVID-19 Vaccines Media Misinformation
  1. The media is pushing for people to wear N95 masks indefinitely, despite lack of evidence on their effectiveness
  2. Vaccines and boosters are being portrayed as insufficient protection against viruses, encouraging continued mask-wearing
  3. Misinformation in the media is causing confusion by spreading inaccurate claims about rising COVID infections and the effectiveness of N95 masks

Emilia Benton—having been ratioed and smacked down—responds with a non-answer and dismisses legitimate questions as "trolling"

Beck of the Pack • 137 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Race COVID-19 Vaccines Conspiracy
  1. Emilia Benton dismisses legitimate questions as 'trolling' in response to criticism
  2. There is debate on the integrity of Emilia Benton's accusations and the situation around photos and tweets.
  3. The post raises questions about the validity and impact of media narratives and societal attitudes.

September 20, 2023 - What this Week's Data Tell Us

Frank’s Alabama COVID Newsletter • 137 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccination Data Analysis Public Health Prevention
  1. Florida and Arkansas have hospitalization rates higher than Alabama's due to lower vaccination rates.
  2. Nationwide hospitalizations for Covid-19 have decreased compared to previous years.
  3. Expired at-home Covid-19 test kits may still provide reliable results, but it's better to check for extended expiration dates or get a new test.

How to talk to mRNA fanatics

Unreported Truths • 43 implied HN points • 03 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Public Health Epidemiology COVID-19
  1. Many people are starting to question the effectiveness of mRNA vaccines, as fewer are getting vaccinated this year compared to previous years. Some areas show a significant drop in vaccinations.
  2. Proponents of mRNA vaccines often rely on a chart that claims vaccinated people had lower death rates from COVID-19. However, this chart has flaws and doesn't tell the full story.
  3. It's important to address these discussions in a way that acknowledges some ground without giving up key points about vaccine safety and effectiveness.

The rot in medicine and public health is growing worse and worse

Unreported Truths • 64 implied HN points • 14 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Medical Ethics Health Systems COVID-19
  1. Many people don't realize that, for most, Covid causes no long-term heart issues. It's important to spread good news instead of only focusing on fear.
  2. Despite spending a lot on healthcare, life expectancy in the U.S. hasn't improved in the last 20 years. We need to rethink how effective our health strategies really are.
  3. Public health experts often exaggerate the problems they can solve, leading to distrust among people. Honesty about what can be achieved is crucial for rebuilding that trust.

China's Frankenstein

Diane Francis • 899 implied HN points • 31 May 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Public Policy COVID-19 International relations Government oversight
  1. There are debates about whether COVID-19 came from a lab in China or from animals. Some experts believe it was created through risky experiments in a lab rather than naturally from a wet market.
  2. China may have covered up the origins of the virus and the World Health Organization faced criticism for its investigation into the situation. Many countries want a clearer understanding of what happened.
  3. The pandemic shows the need for stricter rules and safety measures in science. There's a growing concern that dangerous experiments with viruses need better oversight to prevent future outbreaks.

Final Update to the COVID Guide

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 319 implied HN points • 01 Aug 22
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Long Covid Updates
  1. The post provides a final update to the COVID Guide, focusing on Long-COVID, post-COVID healing diet, and other updates.
  2. The information in the post is for paid subscribers only, and it offers detailed insights from Chris Masterjohn, PhD.
  3. To access the full content and updates, readers can subscribe to the post or sign in if they are already paid subscribers.

BREAKING NEWS: Prof. Dr. Bob Wachter, Deranged UCSF Dept. of Medicine Chair, Finally Caught Covid, Fainted in Shower, Is Now Recovering at Home

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 239 implied HN points • 15 Jul 23
📰 News Health COVID-19 Medicine Public Health
  1. Prof. Dr. Bob Wachter, a noted figure in Covid Chronicles, caught Covid despite precautions.
  2. Wachter, a double vaccinee, got infected after his last shot and fainted in the shower due to Covid-induced dehydration.
  3. His experience led him to ponder on hospitalizations 'with Covid' versus 'for Covid.'

Outbreak Outlook - National - January 15

Force of Infection • 113 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 Food recalls
  1. Influenza-like illness activity has decreased for the first time since October, showing hope for continued improvement
  2. COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising in many states, but there are signs of improvement in wastewater concentrations and emergency department visits
  3. RSV cases are declining nationally, with PCR test positivity dropping below 10% for the first time since October, indicating a relieving trend

Did Government-Sponsored Disinformation Make COVID-19 Worse?

Who is Robert Malone • 12 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Disinformation Public Health Government Policy COVID-19 Media influence
  1. Government-sponsored disinformation can worsen public health outcomes, especially during epidemics like COVID-19. It leads to greater infection rates and a lack of trust in health authorities.
  2. Fear-based messaging from health campaigns can backfire, creating distrust and resistance among the public. This can reduce vaccine uptake and compliance with health guidelines.
  3. It's important for governments to stop spreading disinformation and focus on transparent communication to effectively manage public health crises.

In California, we've vaccinated more elderly people with the COVID vaccine than there are elderly people in the state

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 16 implied HN points • 24 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Public Health Elderly Care COVID-19
  1. California has vaccinated more elderly people against COVID-19 than there are elderly people living in the state. This means they vaccinated about 3% more seniors than the actual population of seniors.
  2. New Hampshire is highlighted for its impressive vaccination efforts, as they've vaccinated 50% more elderly people than their total elderly population.
  3. Several other states have also reported similar results, where the number of vaccinated elderly exceeds the actual number of elderly residents. This raises questions about the accuracy and reporting of vaccination data.

Biden admin & WHO finally realise nobody cares anymore, fold up last vestiges of the Covid circus; Polish health minister denounces Pfizer vax profiteering, amazingly asks if it is "only about money"

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 244 implied HN points • 07 May 23
🌍 World Politics COVID-19 Vaccines Pandemic EU Pharmaceuticals
  1. The Biden administration and WHO are ending Covid-19 measures as public interest wanes.
  2. The Covid circus is folding up as winter saw less Corona cases and lack of public interest in testing.
  3. Polish health minister speaks out against Pfizer's vaccine surplus and profiteering.