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Executive Summary of the FDA VRBPAC presentation on dsDNA contamination in mRNA vaccines

Nepetalactone Newsletter • 2162 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Regulations Research Findings Safety concerns
  1. Contamination with dsDNA found in mRNA vaccines due to manufacturing changes can lead to higher adverse events and lower RNA integrity.
  2. Informed consent did not include information about plasmid-derived dsDNA sequences present in the vaccines, raising concerns about potential risks.
  3. Independent scientists have replicated the findings of dsDNA contamination in the vaccines, highlighting the need for further investigation and transparency.
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RFK Jr. gives a Pro-vaccine MD a lesson at a Town Hall

An Insult to Intuition • 2063 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Vaccines Science Epidemiology Philosophy Corruption
  1. RFK Jr. highlighted the difference between believing and knowing in the discussion about vaccines.
  2. The lack of long-term, placebo-controlled safety studies on childhood vaccines was brought to light by Kennedy.
  3. The conversation revealed a reliance on trust over critical thinking when it comes to vaccine safety and testing.

The Media Wants You Wearing N95 Masks Forever

Unmasked • 151 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Masks COVID-19 Vaccines Media Misinformation
  1. The media is pushing for people to wear N95 masks indefinitely, despite lack of evidence on their effectiveness
  2. Vaccines and boosters are being portrayed as insufficient protection against viruses, encouraging continued mask-wearing
  3. Misinformation in the media is causing confusion by spreading inaccurate claims about rising COVID infections and the effectiveness of N95 masks

NO, Bill Gates didn't fund genetically altered mosquitoes to stop malaria--it's far worse than that.

Break Free with Karen Hunt • 1611 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Vaccines Ethics
  1. Genetically altered mosquitoes released in Florida and California are not linked to the recent malaria cases in the US.
  2. It is essential to seek the truth and not fall for misinformation, especially when it aligns with preconceived beliefs.
  3. Experimental interventions like genetically modified mosquitoes and vaccines raise concerns about unintended consequences and the manipulation of nature.

mRNA vaccines: let's be sick a whole lot less and maybe cure cancer

Everything Is An Emergency • 112 HN points • 05 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Chronic Illness Cancer Research
  1. Developing drugs that target pathways triggered by pathogens can lead to faster, more effective treatments for various diseases, even when the specific pathogen is unknown.
  2. mRNA vaccines are faster, cheaper, and more flexible to make than traditional vaccines, offering a promising future in preventing infections and addressing persistent pathogens like herpes.
  3. mRNA vaccines have the potential to be used as personalized cancer vaccines by instructing the body's cells to create proteins that trigger an immune response against cancer cells, showing great promise in cancer treatment and immunotherapy.

The Vector Zoo

Asimov Press • 96 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🔬 Science Diseases Genetics Vaccines
  1. The Vector Zoo showcases humanity's battle to eradicate zoonotic and vector-borne diseases, emphasizing the challenges faced in diseases like malaria due to shifting parasites and vectors.
  2. The Last Mile Labyrinth in the Vector Zoo symbolizes the choice between collaborative efforts towards disease eradication or reverting to isolated living, highlighting the complexities and costs involved in disease elimination.
  3. The Temple of Political Will in the Vector Zoo underscores the critical role of social and political commitment in disease eradication, demonstrating the impact of funding and investments in public health initiatives.

But it's GMP!

Nepetalactone Newsletter • 1670 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Science Vaccines Controversy Safety Data Analysis
  1. There are two types of scientists: those who worship hierarchy and those who understand hierarchy is a cancer to the scientific method.
  2. The EMA found several objections to Pfizer's data, showing that it did not meet GMP standards.
  3. Concerns were raised by the EMA about Pfizer's data integrity, lack of biological characterization, and inconsistencies in the data provided.

A Top FDA Official Makes Stunning Admission About Initial COVID Vaccine Approval

Unmasked • 102 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines COVID FDA Pandemic
  1. COVID vaccines have faced challenges like waning protection, ineffective boosters, and increased side effect risks.
  2. The CDC approved multiple additional vaccine doses, bringing the total up to nine, but none guarantee protection against infection or transmission.
  3. Recent congressional testimony raised concerns about the early days of COVID vaccine approval.

February 7, 2024 - Not So Fast

Frank’s Alabama COVID Newsletter • 157 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccines Public Health
  1. The South region in the United States saw a significant rise in Covid viral activity levels, particularly in new hospital admissions.
  2. The dominant strain of Covid in the US is the JN.1 variant, causing 93% of new cases by late January 2024.
  3. Updated Covid-19 vaccines provide 54% protection against symptomatic infection, showing a relative effectiveness compared to the flu vaccine.

Booster Mandates May Have Unnecessarily Hurt Millions Of College Students

Unmasked • 88 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Side Effects Mandates Research
  1. Booster mandates in colleges may have harmed millions of students, causing potentially damaging side effects without significant health benefits.
  2. An admission from a former FDA director highlighted flaws in the COVID vaccine approval process, leading to unnecessary mandates for young individuals.
  3. Specific data is being gathered to reveal the harmful impact of these mandates on college students, shedding light on the negative consequences.

Why it's silly to debate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Joe Rogan about vaccines

georgelakoff • 1139 implied HN points • 23 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Debates Vaccines Media Science
  1. Don't engage in debates with individuals lacking credibility or spreading misinformation to avoid giving them legitimacy and amplifying false ideas.
  2. Choosing not to participate in a debate can be a strategic decision to avoid being drawn into a futile discussion that may not change minds.
  3. When confronted with falsehoods, focus on promoting accurate information and engaging in meaningful conversations rather than getting caught up in unproductive debates.

SARS-CoV-2 Variant Soup and a New Vaccine: What to Expect This Fall

LIL Science • 982 implied HN points • 12 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Variants Immunity Infection
  1. The FDA committee recommended a monovalent vaccine for Fall 2023, targeting specific variants.
  2. A new variant, EG.5, is growing quickly and might pose challenges alongside other mutated variants.
  3. Despite numerous variants, severe waves of COVID-19 might be unlikely, but there is a concern regarding long-term impacts of infection.

FDA's fall 2023 vaccine plan

Your Local Epidemiologist • 1105 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines COVID-19 Public Health Immunity Science
  1. COVID-19 vaccines are being updated for the fall 2023-2024 season due to fast mutations and waning effectiveness against hospitalization.
  2. Vaccine formula may shift to target only the Omicron XBB variant for better immune system recognition.
  3. Global alignment on focusing vaccine efforts on the XBB variant signals a step towards addressing the changing landscape of COVID-19.

Did the French National Assembly pass a "Pfizer Article" criminalising criticism of the mRNA vaccines?

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 104 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Legislation Vaccines Criticism
  1. French National Assembly passed a law targeting explicit advice against mRNA vaccine, not just criticism.
  2. Details of the law are significant and may differ from sensational reports.
  3. Reports highlight the controversy around the law but suggest it may not be as extreme as initially portrayed.

Friday Q&A: COVID, masks, boosters & testing

Are You Okay? • 599 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Masks Vaccines Public Health Medical Advice
  1. High-grade, well-fitted, consistently-worn masks can help protect the individual against infection, but mask mandates have not shown to slow the spread of COVID.
  2. The Cochrane review published in January 2023 concluded that wearing masks 'probably makes little or no difference' to COVID outcomes on a population level.
  3. While masks can offer personal protection, mask mandates in 2023 may not be effective without evidence to support their impact and considering they are not a harm-free intervention.

Two cautionary tales about BA.2.86

Logging the World • 478 implied HN points • 07 Oct 23
🔬 Science Research Epidemiology Vaccines Public Health
  1. Don't just look at proportions, consider sample sizes too. Confidence intervals are important when dealing with limited data.
  2. Focus on the bigger picture when it comes to analyzing new variants. Growth rates matter.
  3. Instead of fixating on one variant, keep an eye on other potentially impactful variants as well. The situation is constantly evolving.

A Better Medical System Mushrooms beneath the Surface

Welcome to Absurdistan • 1061 implied HN points • 23 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Alternative Medicine Vaccines Medical Research Nutrition Holistic health
  1. Some scientists face challenges when they go against the consensus in the medical field.
  2. Alternative medicine and nutritional focus might offer solutions in health issues.
  3. There are individuals and authors working to expose the darker sides of the pharmaceutical and medical industries.

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.

Robert Califf the FDA commissioner is making inappropriate and irresponsible claims about vaccines and boosters on twitter

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 176 implied HN points • 04 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics FDA Vaccines Boosters Misinformation Twitter
  1. FDA commissioner Robert Califf is making inappropriate claims about vaccines and boosters on Twitter.
  2. Califf's claims are not supported by randomized trials, which go against FDA standards.
  3. Califf is spreading misinformation and using low quality evidence, acting more like a Pfizer spokesperson than a respected academic and scholar.