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The Psychology of Collapse: A Deep Dive in Human Misbehavior

OK Doomer • 221 implied HN points • 13 Feb 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Human behavior Health Risks
  1. People often reject truths that challenge their beliefs, making it hard to change minds. This shows that once someone is convinced of a falsehood, it can be painful to accept the truth.
  2. There is a growing trend of people ignoring health advice and embracing harmful choices, like the demand for raw milk despite public health warnings. This can be seen as a reaction against authority and established knowledge.
  3. Studies in human behavior suggest that society is increasingly turning away from useful knowledge and safety measures, which raises concerns about our ability to respond effectively to real threats.

Flu spikes

Force of Infection • 243 implied HN points • 03 Feb 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Disease outbreaks Health data Government Policy Health Risks
  1. Influenza activity is rising again, hitting high levels not seen since earlier in the season. This increase is particularly strong among young children, leading to more hospital visits.
  2. The data about flu activity is not completely reliable, with federal health data disrupted recently. This makes it harder to track how things are changing.
  3. COVID-19 is still around, with some signs of increased activity, especially in the Midwest, but severe cases are not rising significantly.

Women of All Ages: Stop Drinking Now

Ladyparts • 4852 implied HN points • 28 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Health Risks Alcohol Awareness
  1. Moderate drinking for women of all ages significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
  2. Contrary to past beliefs, even one glass of wine a day may not have health benefits and can actually increase the risk of death for women.
  3. Consider exploring sources that share updated and evidence-based information about alcohol consumption and its effects on health.

Will Elondia Be Like Fordlandia?

Life Since the Baby Boom • 922 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🔬 Science Space Exploration Colonization Health Risks Technology Management
  1. Getting to Mars is much harder than reaching Fordlandia in the Amazon. Mars has extreme health risks like radiation that Fordlandia didn't face.
  2. Both places have serious health and management issues. Living conditions and isolation could lead to major problems for people on Mars, just like they did in Fordlandia.
  3. Fordlandia failed to become profitable and faced worker rebellion. Similar issues could arise in Elondia, where people's morale and management will be crucial for survival.

Shocking CDC Report: Autoimmune Heart Disease Risk Skyrockets Post-COVID Vaccination

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 2771 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Myocarditis Heart Health Health Risks
  1. Receiving mRNA COVID-19 vaccines significantly increases the risk of myocarditis, an autoimmune heart disease.
  2. The risk of myocarditis is higher in adolescent males and young men after the second vaccination dose.
  3. Symptoms of myocarditis post-vaccination include chest pain, abnormal ECG results, and shortness of breath.
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FLASH SALE: Celebrating Cancer Treatments That Actually Work

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 2496 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Alternative Medicine Health Risks Medical Industry
  1. Chemotherapy may have limited effectiveness and can cause serious side effects.
  2. There is growing evidence that repurposed drugs like Ivermectin and Fenbendazole could be effective in treating cancer.
  3. Alternative cancer treatment protocols with supplements like Vitamin E, Curcumin, CBD oil, Fenbendazole, and Ivermectin are being promoted as more effective.

Iron Overload: Forget What You Thought You Knew

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1817 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Genetics Diet Medical Research Health Risks
  1. Iron overload can lead to serious health issues like liver damage and heart problems, and may accelerate aging.
  2. Manganese overload is linked to symptoms like headaches and balance issues and can be a concern for those with genetic predispositions to iron overload.
  3. When managing iron overload, it's critical to limit dietary manganese intake, maintain a proper iron-to-manganese ratio, and be cautious about how blood donation affects manganese toxicity.

The Billionaire Who Wants To Live Forever Has Long Covid

¡Do Not Panic! • 2103 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Long Covid Immortality Anti-aging Pandemic Health Risks
  1. The billionaire who wants to live forever has long covid and a 15% reduction in lung capacity due to a mild infection in November 2022.
  2. No one thought to ask the anti-aging tech bro about his covid history despite his extreme health regimen.
  3. Even a billionaire investing heavily in anti-aging techniques couldn't avoid the impact of a virus on his health. Health is a collective property, not just individual.

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.

Dr. Rose, McCullough, Steve Kirsch et al., I again implore you to rewrite the abstract of your paper in Cureus, as written it is wrong! Do not fall for the slight of hand by Malone et al. on 'modified

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 2004 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Health Risks COVID-19 Medical Research
  1. Urgent call to rewrite the abstract of a paper on Cureus due to concerns about the language used and safety of mRNA technology.
  2. Questioning the necessity of safety studies for vaccines that are already known to be harmful.
  3. Critique of 'modified mRNA' technology and urging for clear, direct communication about the risks.

JAMES HILL, MD, superb substack piece I bring up: "Why do they (celebrities) say you should die if unvaccinated? Why did people e.g. Howard Stern, David Frum, Sean Penn etc. say my family should die

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 1768 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Celebrities Health Risks Medical Advice Religious Beliefs
  1. Questioning why celebrities suggest death for the unvaccinated
  2. Concerns about pressure to take COVID shots from leaders and celebrities
  3. Importance of not blindly trusting individuals making inhumane statements

Moderna & Pfizer vaccines were baked in, decided even before trials & they knew their mRNA technology with lipid-nano particles (LNPs, exosomes) would be very dangerous; Bancel said so (Moderna):

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 1395 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Health Risks Technology Research Medical Ethics
  1. Moderna & Pfizer vaccines were planned before trials with knowledge of potential dangers of mRNA technology with lipid-nano particles
  2. Multiple Moderna vaccine doses were known to be risky and dangerous by Bancel, the CEO of Moderna
  3. The creators of mRNA technology and vaccines like Malone, Bancel, Weissman, and Kariko should be held accountable in court for potential harm and deception

Food Safety News and Resources | February

The Rotten Apple • 21 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Recalls Nutrition Health Risks Webinars
  1. There have been serious food safety incidents recently, like children dying from toxic snacks in Pakistan and recalls of sausages and baby teething sticks in the US due to choking hazards.
  2. Webinars are being offered to help food businesses improve safety practices, such as using hygienic tools and detecting harmful pathogens more quickly.
  3. Issues with food contamination are ongoing, as seen in recalls of pretzels in Europe due to chemical contamination and alarming hygiene reports from food production plants.

Is it time for BEIR VIII?

Gordian Knot News • 153 implied HN points • 17 Dec 24
🔬 Science Radiation Epidemiology Health Risks Genetics
  1. The BEIR committee, which studies the health risks of radiation, hasn't updated their findings in nearly 20 years. There are new studies and data that could change our understanding of these risks.
  2. Omitting data from certain populations, like radium dial painters, can lead to misleading conclusions about radiation exposure and cancer risk. It's important to consider all relevant groups when assessing risks.
  3. A new BEIR report should include a balanced committee and a clear model for understanding radiation's effects. This would help improve how we manage and regulate nuclear power.

BREAKING: Lin et al. (Hanna) study shows transplacental transmission of the COVID vaccine mRNA: Evidence from Placental, Maternal and Cord Blood Analyses Post-Vaccination; Dr. Jim Thorp comments?

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 982 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics Pregnancy Health Risks Women's Health
  1. The study shows evidence of transplacental transmission of COVID vaccine mRNA, impacting the baby in utero.
  2. The study suggests the COVID mRNA vaccine may cross the blood-milk barrier and reach the fetus following maternal vaccination.
  3. The vaccine mRNA was detected in placentas, maternal blood, and cord blood, raising concerns about the impact on pregnant women and infants.

Desiderata #11: Or, the time I got ChatGPT to happily design a death camp

The Intrinsic Perspective • 8431 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Remote work Health Risks AI safety
  1. ChatGPT's capabilities include suggesting design for disturbing scenarios like a death camp.
  2. Remote work is associated with a recent increase in fertility rates, contributing to a fertility boom.
  3. The Orthogonality Thesis within AI safety debates highlights the potential risks posed by superintelligent AI's actions.

The Harm of Weight-Based Healthcare Inequalities

Weight and Healthcare • 1238 implied HN points • 03 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Inequalities Health Risks
  1. Healthcare inequalities based on weight can lead to delayed care and biased treatment, impacting higher-weight individuals negatively.
  2. Structural inequalities in healthcare settings can hinder access and quality of care for higher-weight patients, from chairs to medical equipment.
  3. Research bias and BMI-based denials of care contribute to systemic issues that harm higher-weight individuals in healthcare.

Nullification of voices, scientists, doctors who stood up against mRNA technology & mRNA vaccine; inside, deep insiders warn me that move is afoot to TURN, to get high-ranking anti-mRNA voices to turn

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 884 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Misinformation Public Health Medical Ethics Health Risks
  1. There is an effort to nullify voices of scientists and doctors who oppose mRNA technology and vaccines, attempting to make them change their stance.
  2. Insiders are suggesting a move to persuade high-ranking anti-mRNA voices to soften their language and reports to prepare the public for acceptance of mRNA technology.
  3. Be cautious of potential infiltration by individuals admired and followed in the areas of mRNA technology and vaccines, as there may be attempts to misdirect and sway public opinion.

Novo Nordisk's Ethically Questionable Wegovy Publicity Stunt

Weight and Healthcare • 1078 implied HN points • 09 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Pharmaceuticals Weight Loss Ethics Research Health Risks
  1. Novo Nordisk released a press release touting study results that were not peer-reviewed or published, raising ethical concerns.
  2. The study population in the trial for the weight loss drug Wegovy was limited to specific criteria, excluding certain groups for evaluation of benefits and risks.
  3. The publicity stunt around the drug's benefits showcases the pharmaceutical company's marketing tactics that may manipulate perceptions and stock prices.

Emerging Food Safety Risks (2025 update)

The Rotten Apple • 21 implied HN points • 20 Jan 25
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Health Risks
  1. The EFSA has identified five emerging food safety risks that affect the global food supply. It's important for food safety experts to stay updated on these new threats.
  2. Some risks are considered emerging, while others are existing but still pose safety concerns. Food safety practitioners need to pay attention to both types.
  3. There are discussions about hot topics that are currently missing from the food safety conversation, which could also be important to address.

Friday Q&A: Menopause Mashup

Are You Okay? • 499 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Menopause Hormone Therapy Health Risks Treatment Women's Health
  1. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can be considered before menopause if a woman is experiencing menopausal symptoms and low estrogen is identified as the cause.
  2. Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is generally safe for healthy women when started within 10 years of menopause, and the benefits usually outweigh the risks.
  3. Continuing hormone replacement therapy after the age of 65 should be assessed based on individual health risks and conditions to determine if the benefits still outweigh the potential downsides.

165 | 7 Food Safety Risks for 2025 | Food Defence Case Study | Crackers |

The Rotten Apple • 52 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Food Fraud Health Risks Industry Trends
  1. Cyberattacks can threaten food safety, especially for people with allergies. A recent case showed how menu tampering could harm those sensitive to allergens.
  2. Seven new food safety risks for 2025 have been identified, including issues like allergen management and e-commerce fraud. These are becoming more important as food production changes.
  3. Menu software is often overlooked in food defense systems, but it can be a security risk. Businesses need to ensure that this software is protected just like other critical systems.

The Final Word on Washing Chicken

Eat Shit and Prosper • 199 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Cultural Influences Cooking techniques Health Risks
  1. Washing chicken is debated, but many Americans still do it. It's thought that rinsing meat can lower bacteria, even if cooking also helps.
  2. Some bacteria, like C. perfringens, produce spores that can survive cooking, so rinsing can help remove them. This means washing your chicken might actually be safer.
  3. Washing chicken doesn't spread germs as much as people think if done carefully. Using low water pressure and washing hands after can keep things clean.

The biggest move Robert F. Kennedy Jr. can make in his new job to show vaccine fanatics that they are no longer in charge

Unreported Truths • 125 implied HN points • 26 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccination Health Policy Pharmaceuticals Health Risks
  1. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. should end the CDC's recommendation for COVID mRNA vaccines for children and teens once he is confirmed as HHS secretary.
  2. There are serious health concerns with these vaccines in young people, including potential for myocarditis and other severe side effects.
  3. The CDC's current stance is seen as outdated and driven by ideology rather than science, so a shift in public health policy is needed.

Covid mRNA Vaccination Does Not Protect Against Severe Hospitalization And Death

Pierre Kory’s Medical Musings • 137 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Data Analysis Natural Immunity Health Risks
  1. Covid mRNA vaccines may not protect against severe hospitalization or death, according to some data.
  2. Natural immunity could offer equal or better protection compared to vaccination.
  3. Recent data suggests a possible decline in efficacy of mRNA vaccines against Omicron variant.

Novo Nordisk Marketing Diet Drug to Adolescents

Weight and Healthcare • 459 implied HN points • 04 Jan 23
🏥 Health Politics Medication Weight Loss Health Risks Research
  1. Novo Nordisk is marketing a weight loss drug to adolescents, with potential harmful side effects like gallbladder problems and low blood pressure.
  2. The weight loss from the drug may be partly due to flu-like symptoms caused by the medication, and long-term weight loss maintenance is challenging.
  3. Continued use of the drug for adolescents is concerning due to health risks, potential side effects, and the high cost of the medication.

If Weight Loss Is A Prescription

Weight and Healthcare • 419 implied HN points • 10 Sep 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Health Risks Psychological impact Ethical considerations
  1. Weight loss interventions are often recommended as a healthcare intervention, but evidence questions both their effectiveness and safety long-term.
  2. Research shows that most weight loss is short-term and often results in weight regain, raising doubts about the long-term efficacy of weight loss methods.
  3. Not only does weight loss failure pose harm, but the blame game surrounding unsuccessful weight loss attempts can also have negative psychological impacts.

Does It Matter That Dieting Can Lead to Weight Gain?

Weight and Healthcare • 439 implied HN points • 15 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Dieting Weight Health Risks Body positivity Mental health
  1. Intentional weight loss through dieting often leads to weight regain, and in some cases, people end up gaining more weight than they initially lost.
  2. Diet culture and fatphobia can perpetuate harmful physical and mental health consequences associated with dieting, even if the intention is to promote weight loss.
  3. The argument against dieting can be framed by highlighting the health risks and ethical concerns of prescribing weight loss as a healthcare intervention, despite its ineffectiveness in achieving long-term health benefits.

Weight Loss Drugs – A Long Line Of Losers Part 1 Fen-Phen and Belviq

Weight and Healthcare • 359 implied HN points • 10 Aug 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Pharmaceuticals Health Risks Research Medical Ethics
  1. Pharmaceutical companies have profited off dangerous weight-loss drugs that harmed people and were eventually pulled from the market.
  2. Short-term data and misleading risk/benefit analyses have led to the approval of weight-loss drugs that caused serious side effects.
  3. Weight-related co-morbid conditions do not always originate from weight, and weight stigma in healthcare can lead to unjust risks for those with higher BMIs.

Weight Loss Drugs Part 2 - Plenity and Alli

Weight and Healthcare • 319 implied HN points • 13 Aug 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Safety Efficacy Health Risks
  1. Plenity is a weight management device made of hydrogel particles that swells in the stomach to create a sensation of fullness, but it comes with risks like undernourishment and eating disorders.
  2. Alli/Xenical/Orlistat is an over-the-counter medication that blocks fat absorption, claiming 5-10% weight loss with potential side effects like kidney stones and liver disease.
  3. Both Plenity and Alli are unlikely to lead to significant weight loss, come with various risks, and lack long-term research on effectiveness and safety.

The Pure Folly of Claiming Weight Loss Is An Anti-Weight Stigma Measure

Weight and Healthcare • 239 implied HN points • 29 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Stigma Fat Activism Diet Industry Health Risks Lobbying
  1. Promoting weight loss as an anti-weight stigma measure is harmful and misguided.
  2. The weight loss industry often tries to frame weight loss as a solution to weight stigma, but it is not a genuine anti-stigma action.
  3. Misinformation sponsored by the weight loss industry can lead to misunderstanding about fighting against weight stigma.

The case for 1 mSv per day

Gordian Knot News • 212 implied HN points • 16 Jul 23
🔬 Science Radiation Biology Nuclear power Health Risks
  1. The recommended radiation exposure limit for the general public was 2 mSv/day until 1951, when it was changed to 3 mSv/week.
  2. A dose of 2 mSv/day is considered safe as it is based on biological repair mechanisms that can handle DNA damage from radiation and natural processes.
  3. Maintaining a limit of 2 mSv/day could prevent unnecessary evacuations and help make nuclear power a more economical and environmentally friendly energy source.

Novo Nordisk Brings Medical Drama Stars Into their Fatphobia-for-Profit Scheme

Weight and Healthcare • 379 implied HN points • 02 Feb 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Stigma Fat Liberation Health Risks
  1. Novo Nordisk is promoting the idea that existing in a larger body is a disease requiring treatment, possibly for profit.
  2. Collaborations with organizations and TV shows are used to push harmful messages about weight and health.
  3. The campaign uses the language of fat liberation but ultimately sells fat eugenics, risking fat people's lives while falsely promising health benefits.

Comparing Smoking with Being Higher Weight

Weight and Healthcare • 279 implied HN points • 01 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Body Image Public Health Interventions Health Risks
  1. Comparing smoking to being higher weight is not a fair comparison because they are different in terms of behaviors, interventions, and health impacts.
  2. Smoking and being higher weight are not directly comparable because body size is not a behavior like smoking, and the health implications differ significantly.
  3. Shaming fat people to be thin is not the same as shaming smokers to quit, as they are different issues with unique complexities and considerations.