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Color Us Shocked: The World Health Organization Continues To Deny Reality In Order To Protect China

Unmasked • 41 implied HN points • 01 Jul 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. The WHO is still not accepting that COVID-19 might have originated from a lab leak. Many people believe this lab in Wuhan is where the virus started.
  2. No clear natural way for the virus to move from bats to humans has been found. The lab was known for risky research which raises concerns.
  3. The safety standards at the lab were below what was required, which adds to the suspicion about its role in the pandemic.

My Interview with Renaud Beauchard and Pascal Clérotte at French Invaders

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 113 implied HN points • 10 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. The conversation touched on various important topics, including German politics and the recent electoral trends in the U.S.
  2. Moving to East Germany is seen as an opportunity to be at the center of significant political changes.
  3. Restoring an old house is a big project that brings excitement, especially about having a real kitchen soon.

Former CDC Director Robert Redfield has called for the mRNA shots to be pulled. He'll be on VSRF live tomorrow to talk about it.

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 6 implied HN points • 10 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Former CDC Director Robert Redfield is publicly calling for COVID mRNA vaccines to be pulled.
  2. He claims the CDC knew about vaccine harms very early and has written a book outlining his concerns.
  3. He will discuss these claims and his book live on VSRF this Thursday at 7pm Eastern.

5 Lessons from Stanford's COVID Conference

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 129 implied HN points • 06 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Closing elementary schools during the pandemic may have been a bad idea because kids were not significant spreaders of COVID-19. Some experts, like Anders Tegnell from Sweden, believed this from the start.
  2. Many people now agree that long school closures were harmful, but some didn't speak up about it at the time. It shows the importance of questioning popular opinions instead of just following the crowd.
  3. Countries that had less income inequality tended to handle the pandemic better than those with more inequality. Access to basic healthcare might have played a bigger role than strict lockdowns or border closures.

Hospitals are not hiding Covid cases. There really isn't much Covid around right now. Be wary of those who say otherwise.

Independent SAGE continues • 19 implied HN points • 04 Apr 24
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Currently, there are low levels of Covid in hospitals and the community. The data suggest that the situation is better than many people think.
  2. Some claims about high Covid cases and hospitalizations are misleading. It's important to examine the evidence and context behind those claims.
  3. Overall, the chances of getting severely sick from Covid are much lower now than before, thanks largely to vaccinations and improved immunity.
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Health Expert States There's Basically Zero Evidence Supporting N95 Masks. But At Least There's Significant Side Effects

Unmasked • 83 implied HN points • 15 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. There is little evidence that N95 masks are effective, and they may cause significant side effects.
  2. Many health experts and officials seem unwilling to learn from past COVID-19 failures, which could lead to repeated mistakes.
  3. With the possibility of mask mandates returning, it's important for people to question the policies and their actual effectiveness.

'Experts' Running The COVID Playbook Again As Mask Mandates Return

Unmasked • 86 implied HN points • 03 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Some COVID-19 policies were based on arrogance and made without admitting they failed. It's worrying when experts ignore their mistakes and push for restrictions continuously.
  2. The pandemic showed how dangerous it is when authority figures act with big egos and lack accountability. This issue hasn't disappeared even years later.
  3. Despite all the evidence against them, some people still believe in the effectiveness of masks. Many experts have criticized masks, saying they haven't worked as promised.

CDC Director Is Exhibit A That 'Experts' Have Learned Nothing From COVID

Unmasked • 73 implied HN points • 08 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. The CDC made mistakes in managing COVID-19, like failing to roll out tests properly and giving confusing mask advice. This led to a lot of public criticism.
  2. Their guidance on masks changed too many times without strong evidence to support the changes. They often relied on poor studies that were quickly disproven.
  3. Despite the backlash and criticism, the CDC didn't seem to learn from their mistakes or adjust their approach effectively during the pandemic.

Covid's most dangerous moment

Unreported Truths • 86 implied HN points • 29 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. In March 2020, WHO suggested that health authorities might need to remove infected people from their homes to control Covid spread. This was a controversial idea, especially considering the risks involved.
  2. At that time, public health officials were in a state of panic, even when it was clear that Covid posed a low risk to most healthy adults. This led to extreme measures that many thought were unnecessary.
  3. If things had been worse, the proposals for quarantining families could have gained more traction. It's important to learn from this history to prevent similar approaches in the future.

Mask Hypocrisy And Extremism Is Alive And Well

Unmasked • 73 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. There is a lot of inconsistency around mask-wearing, showing that some people don't practice what they preach. This hypocrisy has been a constant theme since the start of the pandemic.
  2. Even after several years, certain groups remain very strict about masking and other COVID rules, highlighting a strong commitment to these behaviors.
  3. New data, like what some found in Sweden, continues to challenge the effectiveness of masks, sparking debates about their true value during the pandemic.

The WHO Pandemic Agreement may be worrying, but it is also really stupid

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 160 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Pandemic response
  1. The WHO Pandemic Agreement raises concerns but also appears impractical, focusing on bureaucratic procedures rather than concrete solutions.
  2. The Agreement involves bloated language and vague aspirations, lacking clear strategies to improve global healthcare.
  3. Key components, like the WHO PABS System and Global Supply Chain Network, reveal convoluted bureaucratic efforts with little practical benefit.

It Is Now Clear Why Masks Never Worked

Unmasked • 46 implied HN points • 06 Mar 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Masks did not effectively prevent the spread of COVID-19, as shown by multiple studies over the years. Many places that enforced strict mask mandates still experienced high infection rates.
  2. Experts originally agreed that masks weren’t necessary for the general public, and later claims to the contrary were proven wrong. The research all along suggested masks wouldn't help during a pandemic.
  3. Experiments during the pandemic showed that forcing people, including children, to wear masks didn’t make a difference in controlling the virus, ultimately leading to a conclusion that the mandates were ineffective.

House of Fauci: How Dr. Christine Grady, aka Mrs. Fauci, Used Her NIH Position To Backstop Her Husband’s Pandemic Health Directives

OpenTheBooks Substack • 272 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. Dr. Christine Grady supported her husband Dr. Anthony Fauci's pandemic directives from her position at the NIH.
  2. The Faucis represent the clash between top-down public policy by elites and individual freedoms.
  3. Grady advocated for lockdowns, vaccine development, mandates, and mask-wearing, blurring ethical lines.

No Amnesty for Crimes Against Humanity

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 59 implied HN points • 03 Nov 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. Ignoring the truth about COVID and the harm inflicted is not acceptable - no amnesty for crimes against humanity.
  2. People in positions of power who enabled destructive actions during the pandemic should be held accountable, not forgiven.
  3. Calls for amnesty for COVID-related actions are seen as hypocritical and evoke strong reactions of anger and the refusal to forgive.

There's Finally A Plan To Stop Public Health From COVID Tyranny

Unmasked • 69 implied HN points • 18 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. The media played a big role in promoting strict COVID measures like masks and lockdowns, which affected people's freedoms. They often focused on one side of the story and spread misinformation.
  2. Public health officials seriously influenced the response to the pandemic, sometimes ignoring new evidence in favor of their existing beliefs and practices. This led to many damaging decisions during the crisis.
  3. There's now a plan to limit the power of public health authorities and prevent extreme measures from happening again. The hope is to create a more balanced and informed approach in the future.

Did Republicans die more during the pandemic bc they didn't get the vax?

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 209 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. A recent paper suggests that Republicans were more likely to die during the pandemic due to not getting vaccinated.
  2. The paper had flaws in its methodology and did not consider factors like age, BMI, and vaccination status.
  3. Criticism of Republicans for not getting vaccinated highlights a double standard in how different groups are treated in research and society.

More New Information Says COVID Came From Gain Of Function Research In Wuhan Lab

Unmasked • 52 implied HN points • 28 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Gain of function research in Wuhan might have played a role in the COVID-19 pandemic. This type of research involves modifying viruses to understand their effects.
  2. Anthony Fauci was involved in supporting this risky research, which has led to questions about accountability. His actions have been under scrutiny regarding the origins of COVID-19.
  3. Recent reports suggest that important findings about COVID's origins were not shared with top officials in the U.S. government. This lack of communication raises concerns about transparency and decision-making.

TRUMP'S FIRST COVID MISTAKE

Seymour Hersh • 43 implied HN points • 30 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. There was early intelligence about the COVID virus from Wuhan that indicated urgent action was needed. However, the response from leadership was slow and ineffective.
  2. The U.S. intelligence community had credible sources warning about a laboratory accident in Wuhan, but this information was not acted upon promptly.
  3. Many critical studies and warnings from health experts were reportedly erased from records to protect the president, suggesting a significant mismanagement of the crisis.

URGENT: Authors of a big new paper on Covid's heart risks presented its results in a misleading way likely to scare people the paper itself shows are not in danger

Unreported Truths • 64 implied HN points • 11 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. A recent study found that most people who had Covid do not have an increased risk of heart problems long-term, contrary to scary headlines. It's important for people to have accurate information about their health risks.
  2. The reported increased risks mainly came from hospitalized Covid patients, who are already known to be at higher risk. Most people who were infected but did not need hospitalization had similar heart health to those who never contracted Covid.
  3. The misleading presentation of the study's findings could create unnecessary fear for those who had mild Covid cases. It’s crucial for people to understand their actual risk so they can manage their health appropriately.

Lessons From The Covid Fringe

QTR’s Fringe Finance • 44 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. A recent report suggests that COVID-19 likely originated from a lab leak, which was a controversial topic four years ago. It's surprising how much the conversation around this has changed since then.
  2. Social distancing and mask mandates during the pandemic may not have been based on solid science, according to the same report. Many people have forgotten the strict rules that were once in place.
  3. It's important to question the mainstream narrative and have the courage to speak out against it. This can lead to a better understanding of complex issues and help promote informed discussions.

VSRF LIVE TONIGHT: Episode 207 with Dr. Robert Redfield, MD.

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 2 implied HN points • 11 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. A former CDC director gives an insider perspective questioning key COVID-era decisions and calling for greater transparency in how those choices were made.
  2. The conversation will tackle controversial topics like vaccine safety, the origins of SARS-CoV-2, high‑risk research, and alleged ignored treatment protocols.
  3. The goal is to revisit past decisions to learn lessons and push for better data sharing and preparedness for future public‑health emergencies.

Against Magical Legal Thinking, or: Why the WHO Pandemic Agreement is an expression of the problem, and not the problem itself

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 88 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Pandemic response
  1. The WHO Pandemic Agreement is not the main problem, but an expression of a larger issue regarding international pandemic management.
  2. Proposed amendments to the International Health Regulations seem problematic due to vague and error-prone phrasing, expanding WHO's power in managing pandemics.
  3. Global health regulations and agreements may prioritize agendas over individual freedoms, like prioritizing free pharmaceutical products over intellectual property rights.

VSRF LIVE TONIGHT: Episode 209 with Nicolas Hulscher, MPH.

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 1 implied HN point • 08 Jan 26
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. The show questions whether the data truly justified major COVID-era policies like lockdowns, mandates, and testing strategies.
  2. It centers the experiences of vaccine‑injured people and frontline advocates to highlight real health harms and demand more transparent, evidence-based science.
  3. The discussion examines contested and under-studied topics—vitamin D’s role, differences in outcomes between vaccinated and unvaccinated people, and research on amyloid microclots and spike-related pathology—and considers what new CDC guidance and the Food Pyramid reveal about public-health priorities.

PRESS RELEASE: FINAL REPORT: COVID Select Concludes 2-Year Investigation, Issues 500+ Page Final Report

Who is Robert Malone • 25 implied HN points • 02 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. The COVID-19 pandemic likely started from a lab in Wuhan, China, not from nature. This investigation revealed strong evidence for this theory.
  2. There was a lot of waste and fraud in government relief funds during the pandemic, costing taxpayers billions of dollars. Many programs lacked proper oversight.
  3. The way schools were closed during the pandemic caused significant learning loss and mental health issues for children. Decisions about school closures often lacked scientific support.

The Fauci Paradox

A Biologist's Guide to Life • 63 implied HN points • 30 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. The Fermi Paradox suggests that the lack of contact with extraterrestrial life may be due to specific probabilities hindering civilizations' advancement.
  2. Nuclear weapons and diseases are identified as vulnerabilities to human civilization, posing potential threats to societal stability.
  3. The Fauci Paradox highlights the need for closer regulation and oversight in scientific research to prevent catastrophic risks that could endanger humanity.

WHO Disinformation on the COVID Origin Story

Who is Robert Malone • 14 implied HN points • 16 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. The World Health Organization (WHO) has been criticized for not fully investigating the possibility that COVID-19 came from a lab and for primarily focusing on natural origins.
  2. A report by the WHO seems to ignore key questions about China's actions and gain-of-function research related to COVID-19 origins, creating concerns about disinformation and bias.
  3. There are calls for the U.S. to withdraw funding from the WHO, as many believe it no longer serves its original purpose of protecting global health objectively.

#19: Unreasonable measures

The Uncertainty Mindset (soon to become tbd) • 139 implied HN points • 11 Mar 20
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Extraordinary situations, like a rapidly spreading virus, require extreme measures. Normal responses may not be enough to prevent serious issues.
  2. It's important for both individuals and governments to take immediate, strong actions to slow the spread of infections. Delaying these actions can lead to much bigger problems later on.
  3. By practicing social distancing and being cautious, you can help protect yourself and others. Small inconveniences now can save lives and prevent overwhelming the healthcare system.

Fauci’s ‘DNA of Caring’

Who is Robert Malone • 14 implied HN points • 11 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Dr. Fauci's decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic often seemed to prioritize mRNA vaccine development over individual care, leading to concerns about personal liberties.
  2. His approach to public health shifted dramatically by enforcing strict lockdowns and masking mandates, which many felt were unnecessary and harmful to society.
  3. Fauci's actions during the pandemic showed a pattern of not listening to dissenting voices and introducing measures that many argue lacked solid scientific support, creating public mistrust.

#21: The consequences of inaction

The Uncertainty Mindset (soon to become tbd) • 119 implied HN points • 25 Mar 20
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Taking extreme measures early to control a virus might seem unreasonable, but it can save lives and prevent bigger problems later on.
  2. Not acting quickly can lead to more deaths, a sicker workforce, and many businesses shutting down, which hurts the economy as a whole.
  3. We need to shift our thinking from trying to minimize known costs to understanding that the costs of inaction can be much higher and more damaging.

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

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 12 implied HN points • 12 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  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.

AFTER ACTION REVIEW OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: Recommendations From The U.S. House of Representatives

Who is Robert Malone • 10 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. The U.S. government needs to keep investigating where COVID-19 came from, especially any connections to specific research facilities in Wuhan.
  2. There should be stricter regulations on dangerous scientific research to avoid accidents, including pausing high-risk studies until new safety rules are in place.
  3. In future health crises, the government should prioritize clear communication and support for local healthcare systems, ensuring that patient care isn't ignored.

Nyhetsbrev steigan.no 09.12.2024

steigan.no • 8 implied HN points • 09 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. A new report from a US congressional committee has criticized the government's response to COVID-19, claiming it involved lies, incompetence, and harmful policies. They're suggesting this could change how we handle future health crises.
  2. The report points to evidence suggesting that COVID-19 likely came from a lab in Wuhan, China, instead of a natural origin, highlighting potential issues with past research practices and safety measures.
  3. It argues that many restrictions during the pandemic, like mask mandates and lockdowns, were not based on solid scientific evidence and caused significant harm to people's health and the economy.

Fauci's Deceit

Silent Lunch, The David Zweig Newsletter • 27 implied HN points • 07 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Pandemic response
  1. The post discusses Dr. Fauci's deceptions and obfuscations related to high-risk virology research and the potential lab leak in Wuhan.
  2. It highlights how Fauci's language choices, like referring to a paper as a 'study' instead of 'correspondence,' can impact the perceived weight of evidence.
  3. The article aims to surprise and alarm readers who may not have closely followed the story.

#20: Being prepared

The Uncertainty Mindset (soon to become tbd) • 59 implied HN points • 19 Mar 20
🏥 Health Politics Pandemic response
  1. Being prepared can help you manage surprises and reduce panic in uncertain situations. It's important to think ahead and stay calm while making decisions.
  2. Having an emergency food supply means stocking up on shelf-stable items that can last a long time. This includes things like rice, pasta, and canned goods.
  3. It's best to gradually build your emergency supply over time and use it only in emergencies. Regularly check and rotate your stock to ensure nothing goes to waste.

Cities and Covid Reopening

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 04 Aug 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Pandemic response
  1. Tailored policies based on locality-specific data are crucial for effective Covid-19 management in different cities.
  2. Different US cities have unique network structures affecting the impact of various policies like work from home or essential work.
  3. Understanding city network structures and demographics can help predict policy outcomes, and this data remains relatively stable over time.

Humans and the perils of Covid-Zero

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 23 Nov 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Pandemic response
  1. Achieving Covid-Zero, where there are no cases of Covid-19 in a region, is incredibly challenging due to human errors and misinformation.
  2. The story of South Australia's lockdown showcases how misunderstandings can lead to drastic measures, like a statewide lockdown.
  3. It's important to understand the human element in situations like these, emphasizing the need for education and empathy to encourage truth-telling and prevent similar errors.