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Pregnancy-related deaths rose sharply in 2021 due to a combination of Covid-19 and vaccines
There is concern over the lack of safety data for Covid vaccines in pregnant women
Vaccine-associated enhanced disease (VAED) may be a factor in Covid-related deaths and should be investigated further

Oswald Spengler had planned a series of essays on various topics related to the history of the second millennium B.C., showcasing his unique perspectives and insights into different ancient civilizations.
Despite his early death, Spengler was able to complete and publish some of the planned essays, such as 'Tartessos and Alaschia' and 'The War Chariot and its Significance in World-History.'
Spengler's work focused on the significant shifts and developments in human spirit and culture during the second millennium B.C., particularly highlighting the Indo-Europeanization of Eurasia and the emergence of Greco-Roman, Indian, and Chinese cultures.

Simply being higher weight should not be considered a disease diagnosis on its own.
Intentional weight loss as a universal recommendation lacks strong evidence of effectiveness and ethical basis.
Healthcare providers need to critically examine the current weight and health paradigm and consider alternative health-supporting behaviors.

The study highlights the detrimental impact of internalizing weight stigma on physical and mental health.
Factors like alignment with the group 'Fat' and beliefs about weight controllability can predict resistance to weight stigma.
Recognizing and challenging weight stigma, reframing self-identity as a fat person, and fighting against stigma messages are crucial steps to protect against weight stigma.

More research on how maternal health impacts child outcomes is needed and important.
Epidurals are commonly used for pain relief during childbirth despite concerns about their impact on babies.
Studying maternal immune activation in pregnancy is a major research focus, but evidence in humans suggests it may not have the expected effects.

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Research using mice as models for obesity might not be as applicable to humans as assumed due to differences in environmental influences and genetic evolution.
Studies on mice suggest that the pleasure factor in eating, especially fat, can lead to overeating and obesity in rodents.
Some findings on mice diet and weight gain may not directly translate to humans, highlighting the need for additional research to understand the relationship between diet and obesity.

Tess Lawrie is a medical doctor specializing in research analysis, known for her work with ivermectin, public health issues, and COVID vaccines.
She highlights the importance of considering a variety of research sources and not solely relying on randomized controlled trials for public health decisions.
Lawrie also sheds light on the challenges in accurately interpreting data, including VAERS data related to COVID vaccines, and emphasizes the need for transparency and advocacy for public health.

Investment research is becoming less useful because many managers found alternatives, like news or blogs, to get the information they need.
While regulations may allow investment research to be bundled again, the actual spending on it has dropped significantly, showing that its value has decreased.
Market forces can lead to changes like bundling or unbundling, impacting sectors like renewable energy, where clearer reporting standards can increase investment.