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State of Affairs: March 12

Your Local Epidemiologist • 734 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Epidemiology Vaccines Diseases Public Health Preventive measures
  1. Measles cases are increasing, with outbreaks across various regions, underscoring the importance of vaccination and public health measures.
  2. Norovirus is surging in the Northern Hemisphere, causing stomach cramping, vomiting, and diarrhea, emphasizing the need for preventive measures like handwashing and surface cleaning.
  3. The flu season, particularly driven by flu strain B, has been moderate this year, highlighting the potential impact of political influences on vaccine uptake and the importance of public health efforts.

The Forgotten Lessons Of Infectious Disease Control

¡Do Not Panic! • 1572 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Infectious Diseases Public Health Vaccines Preventive measures Epidemiology
  1. Public health gains against infectious diseases have always been fought for and achieved in a social context, not just through medicine.
  2. Clean air and water have been crucial in reducing disease outbreaks throughout history.
  3. Vaccines and treatments should be the last line of defense in public health, not the first.

JN.1 - how worried should you be?

Logging the World • 737 implied HN points • 18 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Health data Preventive measures Public Health
  1. A new faster-growing variant, JN.1, has emerged from the BA.2.86 family, showing potential for significant impact on COVID trends.
  2. The growth rate of JN.1 suggests a concerning pattern of exponential increase over time, raising alarm for future hospital admissions.
  3. Changing social behaviors post-Christmas may lead to a potential decrease in overall growth rates, impacting the severity of future COVID waves.

Friday Q&A: Galleri cancer testing; Ozempic; lipoprotein(a) & heart disease; depression vs. seasonal blues

Are You Okay? • 439 implied HN points • 10 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Medication Preventive measures
  1. The Galleri cancer test is a non-FDA-approved blood test that claims to detect over 50 types of cancer, but has limitations in accuracy with false negatives and false positives.
  2. When it comes to cancer screening, it is crucial to follow evidence-based recommendations such as mammography for breast cancer, colonoscopy for colon cancer, and other specific tests for high-risk individuals.
  3. For those concerned about cancer risk, focusing on known preventive measures like maintaining a healthy lifestyle, limiting alcohol and processed food intake, and regular exercise is important, alongside consulting with a healthcare provider for personalized screening recommendations.
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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.

There's Plastic in My Plaque!

Ground Truths • 4 HN points • 06 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Plastics Cardiovascular Health Inflammation Preventive measures
  1. First study to find micro/nano plastics in atheroma plaque with significant link to poorer health outcomes
  2. Plastics are pervasive and harmful, found in various body tissues and linked to health issues like cancer and premature births
  3. Urgent need to address plastic pollution - focus on reducing single-use plastics and transitioning away from fossil fuels

Put Yourself on the Back

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 04 May 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health COVID-19 Preventive measures Self-care
  1. Restrictions should ideally be relaxed when there is a sustained reduction in COVID-19 cases, hospitals can treat patients safely, and there is testing and contact tracing capacity.
  2. Getting antibody testing can provide valuable data in understanding illnesses and potential immunity.
  3. Deciding on activities like going to the beach involves a mix of scientific data, personal risk tolerance, and responsibility.

Managing Endemic Covid

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 06 Apr 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health Immunity Infectious Diseases Preventive measures Symptoms
  1. When your Covid symptoms abate, you're likely still infectious. Consider "test to leave" or wear a mask after feeling better.
  2. Even after recovering from a cold or flu, continue to wear masks to reduce the spread of illnesses.
  3. With endemic Covid, it's crucial to focus on post-symptomatic measures rather than blanket requirements on asymptomatic individuals.

Variance

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jun 21
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccination Economic Impact Mental health Preventive measures
  1. Living with Covid as endemic means acknowledging variance in outbreaks and economic disruption.
  2. Continued outbreaks will disrupt plans and economic activity, leading to supply constraints and potential inflation in the near future.
  3. Investing in systems like rapid screening can help minimize disruptions, but adoption must happen before serious outbreaks occur.

Making at-home screens a thing

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 17 Feb 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Information Sharing Public Policy Preventive measures
  1. At-home screening for Covid-19 can be efficient and effective, according to evidence from studies.
  2. Trust issues regarding reporting test results and ensuring people follow safety measures can be addressed through penalties or verification processes.
  3. Regular at-home screening, even if not perfect, can help minimize the risk of transmission and improve our ability to measure and manage risks during the pandemic.

So you want to achieve herd immunity

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 04 Nov 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Epidemiology Infectious Diseases Public Health Preventive measures Immunity
  1. Achieving herd immunity through infection can be a challenging policy due to individual behaviors impacting the rate of infection.
  2. To accelerate the spread of Covid-19 for herd immunity, potential strategies include mask prohibitions, creating situations for people to congregate indoors for extended periods, and avoiding widespread testing.
  3. Implementing unconventional and counterintuitive measures like not announcing vaccine progress, encouraging large gatherings such as political rallies, or subsidizing risky activities could be attempts to expedite herd immunity.

Manage Expectations

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jun 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health Infectious Diseases Vaccination Immunity Preventive measures
  1. People enjoy autonomy and want positive affirmations in decisions regarding health recommendations.
  2. It's important to understand that eradicating COVID-19 completely is impossible, but controlling it is feasible through vaccination and other preventive measures.
  3. The key to moving forward in this new era is through vaccinations, staying updated on health screenings, and being aware of the measures needed to control COVID-19.

Mind the Mutations

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jan 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Health Updates Preventive measures Vaccination Testing
  1. Viruses naturally mutate to survive and reproduce, and the COVID-19 variants are more contagious but not more lethal.
  2. We need to strictly adhere to mask-wearing, social distancing, and other risk mitigation measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
  3. The Pfizer vaccine is effective against the current variants, and widespread vaccination and testing are essential to combat COVID-19.

Keep the Facts at your Fingertips

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 18 Nov 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical Mental health Self-care Preventive measures COVID-19
  1. The GOOD: Vaccines seem promising, immunity can last years, and self-administered tests are authorized, giving hope for the future.
  2. The BAD: COVID-19 cases are rising, a significant number of American lives have been lost, and the virus is widespread, especially with winter starting.
  3. The advice: Stick with basic pandemic guidelines, like quarantine after exposure, get tested, and closely monitor symptoms to stay safe and help curb the spread.

Take Control

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 06 Aug 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical Health Mental health Preventive measures Stress management
  1. We know how to prevent the spread of coronavirus by wearing masks, distancing, and practicing good hygiene.
  2. It's important to control our behavior to mitigate the risk of COVID-19, even if it's wearing masks, avoiding crowded spaces, or practicing good hand hygiene.
  3. Visiting a doctor to discuss reducing COVID-19 risk, managing stress, staying informed about updates, scheduling screenings, and setting health goals is crucial for overall well-being and prevention.

Assess your Risk

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 19 May 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Risk Assessment Preventive measures
  1. Assess both individual and societal risks when making decisions, particularly in a pandemic.
  2. Understand the facts about COVID-19 such as handwashing, social distancing, and mask-wearing to make informed decisions.
  3. Apply the facts to your situation, weigh the risks against benefits, mitigate risks, then decide what actions to take - whether it's about wearing masks outside, seeing family over holidays, or sending kids to summer camp.