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mRNA Technology Is the Culprit Behind Faulty Immune Response That Prolonged the Pandemic, IgG4 Study Shows

Igor’s Newsletter • 12618 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Immune System Pandemic Medical Research
  1. IgG4 antibodies caused by mRNA technology may lead to immune tolerance and reduced ability to fight infections.
  2. A study showed that mRNA vaccines resulted in much higher IgG4 levels compared to Novavax, indicating a dysfunctional immune response.
  3. The use of mRNA technology in vaccines has been linked to a faulty immune response, potentially worsening the pandemic.

Friday Q&A: alcohol and gut health; new COVID guidelines; anxiety about medications; & teens with eating issues

Are You Okay? • 519 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Gut Health Medications Immune System
  1. Alcohol is likely not good for our gut health and microbiome, which impacts various aspects of our health including immune system.
  2. New COVID guidelines have evolved, suggesting reduced isolation periods, which raises questions and concerns about effective safety measures.
  3. It's important to rethink alcohol consumption for better sleep, mood, weight control, and overall gut health, as excessive drinking can impact many health factors.
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Immunity Debt: The Conspiracy Theory Elevated to Popular Pseudoscience That Is Making Children Sick

LIL Science • 1277 implied HN points • 03 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Immune System Infections Conspiracy Theories
  1. The concept of 'Immunity Debt' is a dangerous and misleading idea that lacks scientific evidence.
  2. Exposure to pathogens does not weaken the immune system but can lead to severe illness in immunocompromised individuals.
  3. Post-COVID-19 immune system dysfunction can have serious consequences like increased rates of cancer and autoimmune diseases.

Why Does COVID-19 Impact People Differently?

LIL Science • 943 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Genetics Immune System Vaccination
  1. COVID-19 affects people differently, with factors like age, comorbidities, and exposure to the virus playing a role
  2. Genetics, such as blood type and HLA genotype, can impact susceptibility to severe COVID-19
  3. Research is ongoing to uncover genetic factors that influence COVID-19 severity, but prevention through vaccination, masks, and distancing remains key

Bizarre hypervaccinator from Magdeburg receives 217 Covid jabs over 29 months, finally achieves antibody levels necessary to prevent infection

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 177 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Immune System Medical Research Conspiracy Theories Public Health
  1. A man from Magdeburg received 217 Covid vaccine jabs over 29 months, showing that achieving high antibody levels can prevent infection, with no negative health effects reported by researchers.
  2. The man's peculiar vaccination pattern raised questions about the investigation, incomplete jab data, and the feasibility of receiving so many doses without detection.
  3. The bizarre story prompts speculation about potential conspiracy theories regarding the man's extensive vaccination history and the challenges of verifying such a unique case.

How To Submit a Public Comment Re: Sars-CoV-2 Fall 2023 Updated Booster

LIL Science • 628 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health Disease Prevention Vaccination Immune System
  1. Public comments about Sars-CoV-2 Fall 2023 Updated Booster must be submitted by September 8th, 2023, 11:59 EST.
  2. To submit a public comment, go to the CDC website, find the Public Comments tab, follow the link to the Federal eRulemaking Portal, and search by docket number CDC-2023-0060.
  3. Advocates believe the booster should be widely available due to limited protection from existing vaccines, risks of reinfection, and potential long-term health impacts.

Friday Q&A: More COVID Queries!

Are You Okay? • 499 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccines Public Health Immune System Medical Advice
  1. Individuals may receive conflicting advice on COVID boosters due to factors like age, health conditions, and immunity status. Consult with a healthcare provider to assess personal risk and benefits.
  2. Protection against severe COVID relies on T cells activated by past vaccines or infections, even if it has been a while since the last shot. Booster shots are especially beneficial for high-risk groups.
  3. Long-lasting symptoms like voice changes post-COVID recovery may occur. Always seek medical advice for persistent symptoms to determine if they are temporary or need further evaluation.

Engineering Antibodies to Avoid Escape Mutants

Axial • 22 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
🔬 Science Antibodies Engineering Immune System
  1. Combining antibodies directed at different viral targets helps neutralize infections like hepatitis B virus and RSV more effectively.
  2. Serial passage of virally infected cells during preclinical development helps ensure the continued efficacy of antibody combinations.
  3. Engineering antibodies through genetic manipulation can enhance effector functions and improve target specificity, increasing their efficacy in fighting infections.

Friday Q&A: COVID, flu & RSV

Are You Okay? • 279 implied HN points • 25 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Health Vaccines Infections Medication Immune System
  1. Do not worry about taking over-the-counter medications like Ibuprofen for common vaccine side effects; they do not significantly affect vaccine effectiveness.
  2. It is possible for individuals to contract Covid, flu, and RSV at the same time; the severity of the illness can vary depending on the individual's health condition.
  3. Consult with your doctor if you are taking immunosuppressants while considering getting a vaccine; adjustments may be needed to ensure vaccine efficacy.

Dearest Readers

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 14 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Immune System Recovery
  1. The author shares her experience in the hospital after undergoing an appendectomy and battling an acute infection.
  2. The author reflects on the limitations of modern hospitals compared to 19th-century healing practices like access to healing gardens and uninterrupted sleep.
  3. The author expresses gratitude for her immune system and the lessons she learned from 'dissident doctors' about personal responsibility for immune health.

How many people need to be vaccinated?

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 13 Nov 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Herd Immunity Immune System COVID-19 Public Health
  1. Vaccination aims to protect individuals from the virus as well as stop them from spreading it to others - this distinction is important for determining who should be vaccinated first.
  2. The effectiveness of a vaccine in preventing infection and transmission varies - some vaccines offer indirect protection by blocking transmission between people.
  3. It's crucial to understand how vaccines impact the spread of disease in communities - monitoring vaccinated individuals for contagiousness is essential, especially with imperfect vaccines.

Don’t be Surprised When Vaccinated People Get Covid

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 12 Apr 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination COVID-19 Mental health Anxiety Immune System
  1. Vaccines are working - reducing severe disease, hospitalizations, and asymptomatic transmission, providing hope for lifting restrictions soon.
  2. Challenges remain - rising case rates in states with lifted restrictions, vaccine hesitancy slowing herd immunity, and reports of breakthrough infections in vaccinated individuals.
  3. Breakthrough infections after vaccination are expected, but rare, and usually do not result in severe illness or onward transmission - no need for alarm.

The Comprehensive Masterclass on Microbes and Sneezes: Unraveling the Hidden Link Between Your Gut Health and Allergies

Gutsphere - Your Ultimate Guide to Optimal Gut Health • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Gut Health Allergies Microbiome Nutrition Immune System
  1. Certain probiotics during pregnancy can reduce eczema risk in children, C-section births may increase allergy risk, and breastfeeding may protect against allergies.
  2. Growing up on a farm or closer to nature can decrease allergy risk, playing outside reduces allergies, and hand washing dishes can lower allergy rates.
  3. A diet high in processed foods increases allergy risk, while a high-fiber diet may reduce it. Consuming local honey can help manage pollen allergies, and early introduction of peanuts can decrease peanut allergy risk.

The Role of Microbiome in Disease Prevention ( Part 6.1/11)

Gutsphere - Your Ultimate Guide to Optimal Gut Health • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Microbiome Disease Prevention Immune System Inflammation Metabolism
  1. A healthy gut microbiome helps regulate the immune system, reducing the risk of autoimmune diseases and enhancing the body's ability to fight infections.
  2. Balanced gut microbiota can help regulate inflammation, preventing diseases like arthritis, heart disease, and Alzheimer's.
  3. The gut microbiome influences metabolic health, reducing the risk of conditions such as obesity and type 2 diabetes in older adults.

Take the Seventh-Inning Stretch

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 19 May 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines COVID-19 Immune System
  1. Vaccinated individuals can still get infected, but typically have mild or no symptoms and are unlikely to transmit the virus.
  2. The effectiveness of vaccines, like the Johnson & Johnson one, increases after several weeks, reducing the risk of infection.
  3. PCR tests are very sensitive and can detect low levels of virus, but the presence of virus doesn't always mean an individual is sick or contagious.

Boost your Vaccine Confidence

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 19 Apr 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Immune System Booster shots Variants Anxiety
  1. Boosters shots for COVID-19 may be unnecessary in the near future due to the robust and lasting immune response from the vaccines.
  2. The immune system has two main arms - B cells and T cells - that work together to protect against threats like viruses. T cells play a crucial role in fighting off infections.
  3. Having a nuanced understanding of the immune system can help alleviate anxiety about boosters and variants, especially in the face of uncertainty after a challenging year.

The Allergy Epidemic: Decoding Its Roots and Connections with the Gut Microbiome

Gutsphere - Your Ultimate Guide to Optimal Gut Health • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Allergies Immune System Research Prevention
  1. Allergies can vary widely in severity from mild reactions to life-threatening emergencies like anaphylaxis.
  2. Factors like the hygiene hypothesis, genetics, and lifestyle changes contribute to the increasing prevalence of allergies.
  3. The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in influencing immune responses, potentially impacting susceptibility to allergies.