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Igor’s Newsletter β€’ 7409 implied HN points β€’ 27 Jan 24
  1. Male infants and male rat pups show disproportionate effects from mRNA COVID vaccines given to pregnant mothers.
  2. Studies demonstrate a mysterious sex difference arising from COVID vaccine exposure during pregnancy.
  3. Boys born to vaccinated mothers have more negative outcomes compared to girls, especially when the vaccination occurs in the first trimester.
Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack β€’ 982 implied HN points β€’ 11 Feb 24
  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.
Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack β€’ 864 implied HN points β€’ 11 Feb 24
  1. Pregnant women were not included in the registrational Moderna & Pfizer mRNA vaccine studies, leading to a lack of understanding on how the vaccine components like mRNA and spike protein could affect them and the fetus.
  2. The absence of data on how the mRNA vaccine would impact pregnant women raised concerns about long-term effects on reproductive systems, menstrual cycles, and potential harm to babies in utero
  3. There are questions surrounding why pregnant women were not protected from untested products and the potential risks associated with mRNA vaccines crossing the placenta and impacting babies.
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Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack β€’ 628 implied HN points β€’ 12 Feb 24
  1. Vaccine mRNA doesn't stay at the injection site but can spread to placenta and umbilical cord blood, which may have biological benefits but also risks for the fetus.
  2. Research shows that COVID vaccine content can affect babies in the womb, highlighting the lack of information from vaccine makers in studies involving pregnant women.
  3. The study underlines the importance of providing critical information for pregnant women to make informed decisions regarding COVID vaccination.
Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts β€’ 71 implied HN points β€’ 07 Mar 24
  1. Results that seem too good to be true may not be accurate and can hide potential harms or biases.
  2. Confounded studies, where data is influenced by other factors, can be misleading and unhelpful in drawing conclusions.
  3. It's important to consider the full data and potential biases in research studies, especially when interpreting studies involving vaccinations during pregnancy.
Unreported Truths β€’ 48 implied HN points β€’ 19 Jan 24
  1. A study showed that giving mRNA Covid vaccines to pregnant rats caused brain changes and autism-like behaviors in their offspring.
  2. Pregnant women were excluded from the initial vaccine trials, but they have been strongly encouraged to get the shots due to Covid risks associated with pregnancy.
  3. Understanding the potential impact of vaccines on autism and brain changes in offspring would require extensive and costly research.
Are You Okay? β€’ 199 implied HN points β€’ 17 Mar 23
  1. Information on COVID risks and booster shots was addressed in a Friday Q&A session. It's important to consider context and accurate data when evaluating health risks associated with COVID infection.
  2. Having had previous COVID infection or vaccination can impact the likelihood of 'long COVID' symptoms in case of reinfection, with different considerations for teens and young adults.
  3. Viral infections like COVID can worsen existing health conditions, highlighting the importance of understanding individual health contexts and risks.
Wood From Eden β€’ 2 HN points β€’ 22 Oct 23
  1. Induced labor at 39 weeks could reduce C-section rates for first-time mothers.
  2. There is no ideal time for childbirth, but being born too early or too late can have negative consequences.
  3. Historically, women in primitive societies likely continued strenuous work during pregnancy, possibly affecting the optimal timing of birth.
the rohn report β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 01 Jun 21
  1. The process of how we are born starts with the joining of our mother's egg and father's sperm, and it is a journey of growth and development that happens in phases within the womb.
  2. As we grow in the womb, our cells multiply exponentially, forming different body parts like our central nervous system, arms, legs, and heart, showing a miraculous and intricate process of creation.
  3. After birth, we transition from a state of interconnectedness within the womb to an independent being, gradually developing a sense of identity, consciousness, and awareness of the world around us.
Are You Okay? β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 08 Jul 21
  1. Pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic can be challenging due to the risks involved. It is essential to weigh the benefits of getting vaccinated.
  2. Data on pregnant individuals who received the COVID vaccine shows reassuring safety outcomes for both the person and the pregnancy.
  3. The mRNA vaccine technology has been in production for a decade and is safe, providing a crucial tool for protecting pregnant and breastfeeding patients.
Are You Okay? β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 18 Mar 21
  1. Currently available vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson) effectively prevent death, hospitalization, and severe disease from COVID-19, transforming it into a milder illness.
  2. The vaccines demonstrate high efficacy in the real world, significantly reducing rates of death, hospitalization, and overall cases.
  3. Vaccines work well against current variants, especially when wide vaccination coverage is achieved; masking and distancing are still important, even for vaccinated individuals.