Ralf B. Lukner MD PhD
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Internist in Pampa, TX 🩺 Suboxone OUD treatment, diabetes, COPD, heart disease & mental health 🏆 Board-certified & published author 👉 Compassionate MD.
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@CartlandDavid
@CartlandDavid
, I respect your right to choose whether or not to get vaccinated, but I disagree with your message. You are not a hero for resisting the COVID-19 vaccines. You are putting yourself and others at risk of a deadly and preventable disease.
The COVID-19 vaccines are
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@LibbyMbc
I'm so sorry for your and your family’s loss, JR. Libby was an amazing person who touched many lives with her courage and honesty. I followed her tweets and learned so much from her about the challenges of living with terminal breast cancer. She inspired me to be more
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@PeterHotez
@axios
As scientists and physicians, let’s not head for the exit on politically inconvenient science. We were educated to fight the good fight when it comes to science misinformation. It’s not a fair fight, but we need to resist intimidation tactics by people seeking to discredit
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@DGlaucomflecken
UnitedHealthCare called our office stating that they are faxing a letter of grievance after I objected to them "playing doctor" with one of my most vulnerable patients to save costs. The patient told me that they threatened to prosecute the patient unless she stopped taking a
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@Matt_HorwoodET
This tweet is misleading and sensationalized. It is based on a preprint study that has not been peer-reviewed or published in a reputable scientific journal. The study claimed to find a DNA sequence from the simian virus 40 (SV40) in the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, but this does not
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Vaccination is our best defense against COVID-19, dramatically decreasing severe illness and mortality rates. Data shows that while breakthrough cases can happen, the unvaccinated are at a far greater risk. Don’t wait, vaccinate! It’s a shot of hope for you and a shield for the
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@LadyDonnaLands
@CartlandDavid
Kindness in the Face of Hate
When hate spews its venom,
And words wound like a knife,
Be the one who chooses kindness,
And rises above the strife.
Don't let anger consume you,
Or bitterness take hold,
For kindness is the weapon,
That will make your heart whole.
With compassion
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@greg_travis
The statement that SARS-CoV-2 is now the only respiratory virus known to directly infect blood vessels is **partially true**.
According to a study published in the journal Nature Medicine¹, researchers found evidence that SARS-CoV-2 can infect cells in the mouth and salivary
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@PeterHotez
Dr. Hotez’s dedication to affordable vaccines is life-saving and stands in stark contrast to unfounded allegations. Spreading misinformation about Dr. Hotez’s work is not only senseless but also unethical.
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Politicians are influenced by donors and lobbyists, leading to compromises in their integrity. The US pays 2.5-3.5 times more for prescription drugs than other top economic countries. In 2021, the pharmaceutical industry spent $263M on lobbying, employing 3 lobbyists for every
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@DiedSuddenly_
The claim that a new Belgian study by Sander Eens et al. demonstrates the occurrence of "turbo cancer" after Pfizer mRNA vaccination is not supported by the provided reference Steensels et al. (2021). The reference discusses a comparison of SARS-CoV-2 antibody responses following
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@RightWingCope
Yeah, but the debate was supposed to be with RFK Jr (who is equally unqualified to debate effectiveness and adverse effects of vaccines).
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@DrSuneelDhand
Based on the available references, it can be concluded that the risk of myocarditis is higher after COVID-19 infection compared to after COVID-19 vaccination. Reference Altman et al. (2023) states that previous reports have suggested that the risk of myocarditis during COVID-19
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@DrAseemMalhotra
Dear Dr. Malhotra,
@DrAseemMalhotra
Thank you for sharing this study on the cardiac side effects of RNA-based SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. I appreciate your concern about the potential hidden cardiotoxic effects of mRNA-1273 and BNT162b2 on ventricular myocyte function and structure.
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@PeterHotez
@mehdirhasan
@MehdiHasanShow
Trust science, not politics. The benefits of vaccines are undeniable, as seen in my practice. Unfortunately, misinformation kills; killed my brother. Joe Rogan, RFKjr, and their followers may not want to hear it, but vaccines are safe and beneficial. Prioritize your health and
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@DrSuneelDhand
As healthcare providers, our top priority should be the health and wellbeing of our patients. To achieve this, we must prioritize science and evidence-based medicine over personal opinions and biases. While healthy debate is important, it is crucial to prioritize facts and
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@PeterHotez
Thank you for taking the time to put accurate COVID-19 vaccine information on X! Your leadership is greatly appreciated.
1/n. Vaccinations to prevent long COVID Yet another reason to get your new annual Covid immunization. This in
@sciam
Will attach our previous paper on this topic as well as a new
@medrxivpreprint
specific to this annual immunization.
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Anti-vaxxers come up with all kinds of inaccurate information. I think 4.5 Billion vaccinated people in the world would have noticed if there was a problem. Anti-vaxxers can stop gaslighting the vaccinated with there inaccurate claims of adverse effects any time now.
In the
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@BusyDrT
Dear Dr. Tenpenny,
As physicians, our primary responsibility is to protect health and promote well-being.
It's disconcerting to witness a fellow professional trivializing a tragic event. Vaccines have been scientifically proven to mitigate the severity of COVID-19, and it's our
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@goddeketal
- Corman et al. submitted their paper on the COVID-19 PCR protocol on January 21, 2020, and it was accepted on January 22, 2020. The paper went through a fast but thorough peer-review process, as it was urgent and important for public health.
- The FDA has authorized or approved
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@DrNick4126
Dr. Nick, it's important to consider the context when interpreting the percentage increase in cases and hospitalizations in Singapore. The absolute numbers are relatively small in a population of 5.6 million, and vaccines have been proven to be effective in reducing morbidity,
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@PeterHotez
Dr. Hotez, your unwavering commitment to developing and advocating for low-cost vaccines is inspiring and life-changing for countless individuals worldwide.
These affordable vaccines are crucial for saving lives, preventing immense suffering, and making many diseases either
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@stkirsch
The claim that COVID-19 vaccines have killed more people than the virus itself and COVID hospital protocols is not supported by reliable data and has been debunked by multiple sources[1]. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not detected any unusual or
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@thereal_truther
@stkirsch
@VPrasadMDMPH
I sincerely appreciate you sharing your wisdom about the benefits and safety of vaccines and strong rebuttals of vaccine misinformation.
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@liz_churchill10
@liz_churchill10
, I'm sorry to inform you that your tweet is completely false and baseless. There is no evidence that the pharmaceutical industry was caught injecting cancer and HIV into more than half of the population. This is a conspiracy theory that has no scientific or
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@jamie_wallis
@OGdukeneurosurg
Some women give birth and did not even know they were pregnant.
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@Johnny7771969
@MeetJess
Do you use an air filter in your home or a car? Why do you think they are useful? They work by trapping dust, pollen, and other particles that can harm your health and cause allergies.
Masks work in a similar way, by blocking droplets and particles that carry the virus that
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@DiedSuddenly_
Let's clarify a few things about Matthew Perry’s untimely drowning in a hot tub and his advocacy for COVID-19 vaccines:
1. COVID-19 vaccines have been proven to be safe and effective in reducing the spread of COVID-19, as well as the risk of hospitalization and death due to the
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@TylerLarsenMD
Unfortunately some folks swell at 2.5 and others don't swell at 10. Funny joke though.
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@nickmmark
Alkaline water is a scam that preys on people’s ignorance. There is no evidence that it can alter blood pH or prevent any illness. The lungs and kidneys do a fine job of regulating pH without any help from overpriced water! 😅
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@PierreKory
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, with rare adverse effects. Doctors overwhelmingly support vaccination as a crucial tool to control the pandemic. The benefits of vaccination far outweigh the risks for most people.
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@catsscareme2021
The information from 1958 that Jessica Rojas cites in her message is indeed outdated and does not reflect the current understanding and guidelines regarding vaccinations and autoimmune diseases. Modern research and guidelines suggest that vaccinations do not increase the risk of
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@CollinRugg
How about a live televised debate between RFK Jr and Dr Hotez at Medicine grand rounds at a College of Medicine in front of physicians with the Dean of Medicine moderating? Here's how it would work:
•Each "debater" would have 15 minutes to present their scientific research on
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@jzaraterod
COVID-19 reduced surgical case volumes, impacting training for most specialties, except those like pulmonary/CC. It's not the fault of attendings or residents. Let's find solutions & support each other.
#MedEd
#COVID19
#SurgicalTraining
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@denise_dewald
Unfortunately, sometimes
#COVID19
severely
#injures
or
#kills
people in their prime. My brother was healthy and not considered medically vulnerable when he died of COVID-19. He had high blood pressure and was ~50 years old with a BMI of ~32.
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@goddeketal
These are rare events. There is random variation in the number sudden deaths of athletes, but no trend suggesting an increasing incidence recently. Tables & graphs:
@Truth_in_Number
@jneill
Here are more details and specific statistics:
Sudden cardiac death (SCD) in
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@kprather88
@DaliaHasanMD
Be especially vigilant about masking in hospitals, clinics, pharmacies (especially if no one else is masking).
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@JeffCavanagh1
@DrNick4126
Thank you for your comment.
I agree that the situation is serious and we should not ignore the rising cases and hospitalizations in Singapore.
However, I also want to highlight the positive effects of vaccination, which have prevented over 200,000 infections and deaths in
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@richardursomd
The article by Lyons-Weiler and McFarland¹ claims to provide a forensic analysis of the 38 subject deaths in the 6-Month Interim Report of the Pfizer/BioNTech BNT162b2 mRNA Vaccine Clinical Trial². However, the article is **flawed** and **misleading** for several reasons:
- The
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@kevinnbass
The link between COVID-19 vaccines and pericarditis is important, but an uncommon risk. Note that the risk of myocarditis and pericarditis in males aged 12-39 is low, comparable to the risk of injury or death from car accidents or playing sports[4]. While your experience with
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@stkirsch
Steve,
This is a life-and-death matter. The COVID-19 vaccines save lives. I have witnessed COVID-19 end the life of my brother, the lives of some of my patients, and the lives of many people in my community of Pampa, Texas. They died because they were fooled into not getting
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@goddeketal
Dr. Goddek,
It’s interesting to see your perspective on this matter.
Given your own experiences with controversy and setbacks, such as your dismissal from research positions in the Netherlands and Norway, and your subsequent relocation to Brazil, it's surprising to see you
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@peachypuk
Your tweet suggesting that Matthew Perry's death was due to COVID-19 vaccination is incorrect. Here's why:
A significant proportion of the American population, approximately 81%, is vaccinated against COVID-19. Among the elderly, this figure rises to 94%. Therefore, it is
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Another day. Another Anti-vaxxer pseudoscience paper in the series. The attached abstract is from a journal published by the Children's Health Defense fund, an anti-vaxxer organization with no scientific credibility. It claims that Pfizer concealed cardiac deaths in the
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@tenebra99
It is important to understand the importance of Vitamin K for newborns.
Vitamin K is vital to prevent fatal or crippling bleeding into a baby's brain and other organs. Oral Vitamin K is less effective, and breastmilk and formula do not have enough Vitamin K to prevent bleeding
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Why is Steve Kirsch
@stkirsch
avoiding debating Dr. Bottley
@SwaledaleMutton
? I thought
@stkirsch
was offering $100K to anyone who could beat him in a debate on COVID-19 Vaccines? I guess Steve is scared of Dr. Bottley.
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@nickmmark
Charging patients for messages could discourage them from seeking medical advice when they need it most. Instead of risking a trip to the ER for a problem that could be solved with a message, we should encourage patients to reach out. If the message requires too much information,
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@Ebbalieberhund
@PeterHotez
Assuming all
#COVID19
#vaccines
in India have the same rate of adverse events and deaths, the risk of death would be approximately 0.000058% (1.1k deaths / 1.98B doses). The risk of death from the CORBEVAX vaccine is about 100000 times less than from dying from a car accident.”
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@GodsRiddles
I appreciate your post about the COMIRNATY vaccine (2023-2024 formula) and its clinical trial results. However, I think you may have misunderstood some of the information from the drug fact insert sheet¹ and other sources. Let me try to clarify some points for you.
- The drug
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@vancemurphy
Screen shooting my tweet and feeding it to your echo chamber shows that you know you are a fraud.
Also, your comment on my screenshot tweet suggests a misunderstanding of the realities faced by healthcare professionals like myself.
We are exposed to COVID-19 on a regular
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@DavidJuurlink
•The study observed more hospitalizations in the placebo group (10) compared to the Paxlovid group (5), but the difference wasn't statistically significant due to the small size of the study
•Not giving Paxlovid based on this study alone is not a justified conclusion, as
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@LibbyMbc
I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a difficult time with your health. It can be frustrating when you feel like your doctor is not exploring all possible treatment options. It's important to have open and honest communication with your doctor about your concerns and
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@stkirsch
Excess mortality is a term used in epidemiology and public health that refers to the number of deaths from all causes during a crisis above and beyond what we would have expected to see under ‘normal’ conditions¹.
Excess mortality is a more comprehensive measure of the total
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@EthicalSkeptic
The biggest jump in deaths occurs right around the time we start to see COVID-19 infections and before we had a vaccine. After that, there are essentially random variations you are trying to fit to a line to. So we know it is not a COVID-19 vaccine related cause because the huge
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@robinmonotti
@MakisMD
@VigilantNews
This tweet is misleading and potentially harmful. There is no scientific evidence that COVID-19 mRNA vaccines cause "turbo cancers" or that melatonin can treat them. The tweet is based on speculation and misinformation, not on facts or data.
The COVID-19 mRNA vaccines, such as
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@davideyoungmd
@DGlaucomflecken
Thank you for the encouragement, Dr. Young. I am doing my best to fight for my patients just like you
@davideyoungmd
and
@DGlaucomflecken
and so many others on twitter.
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@JordanSchachtel
Your assertion that hookworms are easily treatable with medication from the 70s is partially correct, but there are several challenges to consider. While anthelminthic medications have been available since the 70s, treating hookworm infections in developing countries can be
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@robertopaulos85
@DrAseemMalhotra
The need for more clinical data and long-term follow-up does not mean that the vaccines are unsafe or ineffective, but rather that they are still being monitored and evaluated for rare or delayed adverse events, as well as their durability and impact on variants.
This is a
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@sentdefender
... or we are going to form a committee to lodge a complaint with the Spring intern at the UN sub-grievenses under-subcommittee.
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@StanleygatesGa1
@BusyDrT
I do not give vaccines. I talk to patients, and encourage them to go to a pharmacy or the health department to get vaccinated. I get nothing from Pfizer. I doubt they know who I am.
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@stkirsch
Your question commits the burden of proof fallacy.
Your question is akin to asking “prove to me that electrons don’t have little propellers powered by steam engines and biplane wings whereby they fly around the nucleus.
The reason this is a fallacy is that consensus is built
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@catsscareme2021
Jessica Rojas, I understand your concerns about vaccines and their safety. However, I think you have some misconceptions about herd immunity, vaccine shedding, and vaccine ingredients. Let me explain.
Herd immunity is not a theory, but a scientific fact. It means that when
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@stkirsch
Details: In response to Steve Kirsch's post, it's important to address the concerns raised about metals in vaccines and their potential link to autism.
1. **Metals in Vaccines:** Some vaccines contain trace amounts of metals, such as aluminum, which are used as adjuvants to
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@susan86904619
@stkirsch
Hi Susan, I respect your opinion, but I disagree with your claim that the COVID-19 vaccine is a poison shot that causes heart attacks in young athletes. There is no evidence to support this claim, and it is based on misinformation and fear.
Sudden cardiac arrest in young
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@catsscareme2021
Hello
@catsscareme2021
,
I'm so sorry to hear about Christine and her son Nathan and his condition. I can't imagine how hard it must be for her and her family. I hope he recovers soon and gets the best care possible.
However, I have to disagree with some of the things you said
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@stkirsch
Steve,
It’s important to approach claims like these with caution and verify the information before sharing.
Pascal Najadi has indeed made claims about his and his mother's health after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine[2]. However, it's essential to remember that the vaccines
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Anti-vaxxer Misinterpretation of data
Social media posts that misuse data focus on the raw number of deaths among vaccinated people.
They may claim that this shows that the vaccines are not effective. However, this is misinterpretation of the data.
The fact that there are
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@meatpuppet71
@zap_lock
The claim that mRNA vaccines, such as those developed for COVID-19, can alter the human genome is unfounded.
Extensive research and scientific evidence from peer-reviewed journals have consistently demonstrated that mRNA vaccines do not cause major mutations in the human genome
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@stkirsch
Get the facts straight! The claim that CDC altered Minnesota death certificates that list a Covid vaccine as a cause of death is false. According to Reuters, the CDC says that “a review of available clinical information, including death certificates, autopsy, and medical records
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Mick Jagger, age 80, the frontman of the rock band The Rolling Stones, is vaccinated against COVID-19. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Jagger confirmed that he is
#FullyVaccinated
and discussed his views on anti-vaxxers and conspiracy theories[1].
Sources
[1] Mick Jagger
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@0xApheli0n
@DiedSuddenly_
Dear
@OxApheliOn
,
Thank you for your engagement in this discussion. It's crucial to have open dialogues about these topics.
The points I've made are not sponsored by any pharmaceutical company. They are based on scientific evidence and public health guidelines. The safety and
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@Travis_in_Flint
The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine has been extensively tested and has been shown to be safe and effective. While there have been rare cases of myocarditis and pericarditis reported after vaccination, the benefits of vaccination still outweigh the risks, especially for young and healthy
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@free2think4now
@thereal_truther
@stkirsch
Consider your comment in context:. Tech entrepreneur Steve Kirsch has been accused of making money by selling anti-vax information. His claims about COVID-19 vaccines have been disputed by experts, and his analysis of alleged Medicare data has been found to be flawed.
#COVID19
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@drkeithsiau
Wow, that’s impressive! Next challenge: a lower GI scope! I heard home self endoscopy kits are the latest trend for Christmas gifts. Nothing says “I love you” like a DIY colonoscopy kit! 😂
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@MarieAngelaW1
@stkirsch
How many shots/dose of testosterone did he have in his lifetime? What was his blood hemoglobin & hematocrit (which testosterone raises and increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and lung blood clots).
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@stkirsch
@StrathcoCounty
Because it's common knowledge, Steve. SCD in young athletes has been a concern for decades and that is one reason why physical exams are required. It's not associated with COVID-19 vaccination at all.
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@stkirsch
It doesn't matter how many hours and like-minded guests you discuss discuss this with; a flawed study is always going to be a flawed study.
Your tweet/rumble is based on a flawed and misleading study that has not been peer-reviewed.
The SV40 promoter is not the same as the
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@RetsefL
You are twisting the facts and ignoring the science. The study you cited is not about mRNA vaccines harming the heart, but about improving them. The authors themselves say that mRNA vaccines are very safe and effective. I trust their assessment of vaccine benefits and safety
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@milesparker
@greg_travis
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, has been associated with various complications in different organs, including the brain.
One potential complication is an increased risk of vascular dementia, which is characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss due to impaired
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Myocarditis in Young Adult Males After COVID-19 Vaccination: What to Know
1. Myocarditis is a rare but potentially serious inflammation of the heart muscle. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including viruses, bacteria, and toxins. In recent months, there has been some
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@stkirsch
A UK study by ONS and OHID found no increase in cardiac-related death among young people aged 12-29 after COVID-19 vaccination.
The mortality rate was similar for vaccinated and unvaccinated people in this age group.
This shows that COVID-19 vaccines are safe for young people
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@Tru3Gritx
@GetSchwifyinere
@TAPproject777
Extensive studies confirm that MMR vaccines are safe and effective. There is no scientific evidence linking them to autism.
#VaccinesWork
#PublicHealth
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@potterhvaguy
@StanleygatesGa1
@BusyDrT
The claim that every doctor and government worker involved in the administration of mRNA vaccines should be arrested and charged with murder is a serious one, and it's important to address it with due consideration of the facts and the principles of due process.
Firstly, the
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@John_Dabell
What is your background? Marketing? Management? Attorney? You communicate incredibly well, understand the human condition, and have an iron will/ drive. Thank you.
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@DrWinarick
Every diagnosis is inherently an approximation, offering a framework for discussion, evaluation, monitoring, and treatment. It's crucial to remember that other aspects of the human psyche always play a role; thus, a focus on the person, not solely the diagnosis, is essential.
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@andrealynn_rn2
Dear Andrea Lynn, RN,
Thank you for your concern about vaccine ingredients. It's crucial to understand that all ingredients in vaccines serve a specific purpose and are safe in the amounts used. Vaccine ingredients are often cited as a reason for vaccine hesitancy, so it's
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@kevinnbass
- Wearing a face mask over the mouth and nose is an effective way to reduce the occurrence of COVID-19 in community settings³.
- Masks and respirators are effective at reducing transmission of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, when worn consistently and correctly⁴.
-
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@kevinnbass
Your tweet is misleading and ignores the broader impact of COVID-19 on children and society. The death rate for COVID-19 in children is low, but not zero. According to the CDC, there were 1,642 deaths among children aged 0-17 years in the U.S. as of June 14, 2023Ad1. That’s 1,642
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@maria_drutska
Maybe he was trying to reach a donut 🍩 on the floorboard and accidentally hit the drone?!
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@EnzymeQ10
@DrAseemMalhotra
We are seeing the severe effects in COVID-19 positive but unvaccinated patients especially. Since they have not been vaccinated, it stands to reason the effects are due to COVID-19.
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@AaronGoodman33
Especially if it’s a nutritionist (no qualifications required) / cancer “researcher” (again no qualifications required ). Really irks me.
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@Travis_in_Flint
Prioritizing science and evidence-based medicine over personal biases is crucial for public health. We must strengthen our ability to combat pandemics like COVID-19, regardless of their origins. Instead of vilifying scientific research, let's support viral research scientists to
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