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Dec 30, 2022: CNBC: Highly immune evasive omicron XBB.1.5 variant is quickly becoming dominant in U.S. as it doubles weekly
Dec 8, 2022; Texas Tribune: Texas hits 1,000 days under Greg Abbott’s public health disaster as a new COVID-19 wave and legislative session loom
After more than 92,000 deaths and 8 million reported COVID-19 cases in Texas, the state remains one of less than a dozen still under a statewide disaster or public health emergency. |
Mar 25, 2020: 412 Teens: Finding Peace in a Pandemic It's so easy to get crushed under the virus information and the virus memes and trying not to freak out but not knowing what you should and should not worry about—it's just...a lot. And I totally get that. While it's not a bad idea to stay reasonably up-to-date with what's happening in the world, it's possible to get inundated with too much information and have a hard time processing it all. Everybody has something to say, but not everything is true. That means we have to sift through all that info, but not many of us are in dire need of one more thing on our to-do lists. [ Catiana Nak Kheiyn] |
Nov 23, 2022: Seattle Times: Vaccinated people now make up a majority of COVID deaths
For the first time, a majority of Americans dying from the coronavirus received at least the primary series of the vaccine.
Fifty-eight percent of coronavirus deaths in August were people who were vaccinated or boosted, according to an analysis conducted for The Washington Post’s Health 202 newsletter by Cynthia Cox, vice president at the Kaiser Family Foundation.
It’s a continuation of a troubling trend that has emerged over the past year. As vaccination rates have increased and new variants appeared, the share of deaths of people who were vaccinated has been steadily rising. In September 2021, vaccinated people made up just 23% of coronavirus fatalities. In January and February this year, it was up to 42%, per our colleagues Fenit Nirappil and Dan Keating.
“We can no longer say this is a pandemic of the unvaccinated,” Cox told The Washington Post.
For the first time, a majority of Americans dying from the coronavirus received at least the primary series of the vaccine.
Fifty-eight percent of coronavirus deaths in August were people who were vaccinated or boosted, according to an analysis conducted for The Washington Post’s Health 202 newsletter by Cynthia Cox, vice president at the Kaiser Family Foundation.
It’s a continuation of a troubling trend that has emerged over the past year. As vaccination rates have increased and new variants appeared, the share of deaths of people who were vaccinated has been steadily rising. In September 2021, vaccinated people made up just 23% of coronavirus fatalities. In January and February this year, it was up to 42%, per our colleagues Fenit Nirappil and Dan Keating.
“We can no longer say this is a pandemic of the unvaccinated,” Cox told The Washington Post.
Nov 17, 2022: Flathead Beacon: Blackfeet Nation Challenges Montana Ban on Vaccine Mandates as Infringement on Sovereignty
“This case is really about the state of Montana attempting to assert its jurisdiction within the Blackfeet Nation’s territory,” said Mark Carter, a staff attorney with the Native American Rights Fund, a nonprofit that represents the tribe. “What happens on the reservation directly affects the health and safety of Blackfeet citizens and all those within the reservation.”
Other states pushed back against pandemic restrictions: At least 25 states beyond Montana permanently whittled down public health powers in 2021.
Montana’s vaccine mandate ban is the subject of a separate lawsuit, led by the Montana Medical Association, in which the plaintiffs argue that the law is unconstitutional and prevents health care facilities from providing a safe environment for patients. A decision by U.S. District Judge Donald Molloy was pending as of mid-November.
“This case is really about the state of Montana attempting to assert its jurisdiction within the Blackfeet Nation’s territory,” said Mark Carter, a staff attorney with the Native American Rights Fund, a nonprofit that represents the tribe. “What happens on the reservation directly affects the health and safety of Blackfeet citizens and all those within the reservation.”
Other states pushed back against pandemic restrictions: At least 25 states beyond Montana permanently whittled down public health powers in 2021.
Montana’s vaccine mandate ban is the subject of a separate lawsuit, led by the Montana Medical Association, in which the plaintiffs argue that the law is unconstitutional and prevents health care facilities from providing a safe environment for patients. A decision by U.S. District Judge Donald Molloy was pending as of mid-November.
Dallas Morning News:
Ted Cruz says Pfizer COVID vaccine was promoted with ‘zero data.’Medical experts disagree
Sen. Ted Cruz is promoting vaccine skepticism, accusing Pfizer and U.S. officials of rolling out the COVID-19 vaccine without testing whether it would curb transmission of the coronavirus.
“They had zero scientific basis, zero data, backing it up,” Cruz said, referring to vaccine recommendations from federal officials and mandates on the military, federal workers and contractors. “It was politics. It wasn’t science. It wasn’t medicine.” What Cruz didn’t mention is that regulators didn’t require evidence the vaccine slowed transmission of COVID-19. Vaccines generally aren’t evaluated on that basis.
10.31.22
Ted Cruz says Pfizer COVID vaccine was promoted with ‘zero data.’Medical experts disagree
Sen. Ted Cruz is promoting vaccine skepticism, accusing Pfizer and U.S. officials of rolling out the COVID-19 vaccine without testing whether it would curb transmission of the coronavirus.
“They had zero scientific basis, zero data, backing it up,” Cruz said, referring to vaccine recommendations from federal officials and mandates on the military, federal workers and contractors. “It was politics. It wasn’t science. It wasn’t medicine.” What Cruz didn’t mention is that regulators didn’t require evidence the vaccine slowed transmission of COVID-19. Vaccines generally aren’t evaluated on that basis.
10.31.22
The Week: White House predicts rise in COVID cases this coming winter 10.13.22
For months, Fox News’ Tucker Carlson tirelessly promoted anti-vaxxer conspiracy theories on his show but wouldn’t say whether or not he had been vaccinated for COVID-19. According to Daily Beast reporters Justin Baragona and Lachlan Cartwright, however, Carlson bragged about being unvaccinated during a Saturday, April 2 appearance at an evangelical Christian fundamentalist megachurch in La Jolla, California.
Certainly, not all Christians are anti-vaxxer extremists. Many Catholic and mainline Protestant churches have helped their members find COVID-19 vaccines. But anti-vaxxer attitudes are common among far-right white evangelicals, including those who attend Awaken Church in La Jolla (a San Diego suburb) and applauded Carlson’s speech on April 2. --Alex Henderson; AlterNet 4.12.22
Certainly, not all Christians are anti-vaxxer extremists. Many Catholic and mainline Protestant churches have helped their members find COVID-19 vaccines. But anti-vaxxer attitudes are common among far-right white evangelicals, including those who attend Awaken Church in La Jolla (a San Diego suburb) and applauded Carlson’s speech on April 2. --Alex Henderson; AlterNet 4.12.22
Mar 14, 2022: WJTV: 390 new coronavirus cases, 20 additional deaths in Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 390 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mississippi, along with 20 additional deaths. The new cases were reported to MSDH between March 11-13, 2022.
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 390 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mississippi, along with 20 additional deaths. The new cases were reported to MSDH between March 11-13, 2022.
Feb 28, 2022: Sight Magazine: Hong Kong facilities for storing dead bodies stretched as COVID deaths climb
Facilities for storing dead bodies at hospitals and public mortuaries in Hong Kong are struggling to keep pace with a record number of COVID-19 infections and deaths, eclipsing authorities attempts to control a deepening outbreak.
Facilities for storing dead bodies at hospitals and public mortuaries in Hong Kong are struggling to keep pace with a record number of COVID-19 infections and deaths, eclipsing authorities attempts to control a deepening outbreak.
Feb 23, 2022: Mail & Guardian: Covid-19 Boosters: Why time is not enough to get people to line up for their next shot
Covid-19 vaccines were designed almost two years ago at a time when the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes the disease, was thought to be relatively stable. What that means is that scientists didn’t anticipate any drastic changes to the structure of the virus.
But now, five variants of concern later, the situation is very different.
Each variant that appears and begins to drive new infections comes with its own set of mutations, or changes, that reduce how well vaccines can fight the new variant off. The toll of these changes on how well a jab can protect you depends on the variant and its mutations.
Covid-19 vaccines were designed almost two years ago at a time when the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes the disease, was thought to be relatively stable. What that means is that scientists didn’t anticipate any drastic changes to the structure of the virus.
But now, five variants of concern later, the situation is very different.
Each variant that appears and begins to drive new infections comes with its own set of mutations, or changes, that reduce how well vaccines can fight the new variant off. The toll of these changes on how well a jab can protect you depends on the variant and its mutations.
Feb 18, 2022: Radio Free Asia: Hong Kong postpones leadership election amid rising COVID-19 wave
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam on Friday announced the postponement of elections for the city's top job after ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leader Xi Jinping told her government to throw all of its resources at pursuing a "zero-COVID" strategy, as a wave of the omicron variant of COVID-19 infections started to take its toll.
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam on Friday announced the postponement of elections for the city's top job after ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leader Xi Jinping told her government to throw all of its resources at pursuing a "zero-COVID" strategy, as a wave of the omicron variant of COVID-19 infections started to take its toll.
Feb 14, 2022: National Review: Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Again Ignores County Mask Mandate at Super Bowl
Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti appeared maskless at the Super Bowl on Sunday, flouting Los Angeles County’s indoor mandate and SoFi Stadium rules that require masking when not eating or drinking. Garcetti was seen doing the same during the National Football Conference Championship two weeks prior, also at SoFi Stadium.
Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti appeared maskless at the Super Bowl on Sunday, flouting Los Angeles County’s indoor mandate and SoFi Stadium rules that require masking when not eating or drinking. Garcetti was seen doing the same during the National Football Conference Championship two weeks prior, also at SoFi Stadium.
Feb 13, 2022: Mail & Guardian: Don’t put it all down to Covid-19, the education system was already broken
The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown South Africa’s schooling system into further disarray, demonstrating how the country’s education system, defined by the apartheid regime’s legacy, lacks resilience in the face of disruption.
Research, compiled by Amnesty International, shows that many people continue to live with the consequences of political and economic decisions made during apartheid, where schools that served white children are better resourced than those that served black children.
The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown South Africa’s schooling system into further disarray, demonstrating how the country’s education system, defined by the apartheid regime’s legacy, lacks resilience in the face of disruption.
Research, compiled by Amnesty International, shows that many people continue to live with the consequences of political and economic decisions made during apartheid, where schools that served white children are better resourced than those that served black children.
Feb 8, 2022: Washington Post: Opinion: In this next phase of the pandemic, beware of the extremes
Once again, the United States is at a turning point in the covid-19 pandemic. As infections fall, local and state officials are lifting mask mandates, and a bipartisan group of governors is calling on President Biden to “move away” from the pandemic by providing an off-ramp for remaining restrictions.
Once again, the United States is at a turning point in the covid-19 pandemic. As infections fall, local and state officials are lifting mask mandates, and a bipartisan group of governors is calling on President Biden to “move away” from the pandemic by providing an off-ramp for remaining restrictions.
Feb 6, 2022: Daily Mail: Dwayne Johnson WITHDRAWS his support for 'perfectly articulated' anti-vaxxer Joe Rogan after N-word clips resurface of Spotify star and declares: 'I am now educated to his complete narrative'
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson no longer likes the smell of what Joe Rogan has been cooking up on his controversial podcast.
The actor and former wrestler pulled his support - just three days after backing Rogan - when the Spotify star was called out for his repeated use of the N-word.
'I was not aware of his N word use prior to my comments, but now I've become educated to his complete narrative. Learning moment for me,' Johnson, 49, tweeted Friday after author and political activist Don Winslow called out the action movie star for his support of Rogan.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson no longer likes the smell of what Joe Rogan has been cooking up on his controversial podcast.
The actor and former wrestler pulled his support - just three days after backing Rogan - when the Spotify star was called out for his repeated use of the N-word.
'I was not aware of his N word use prior to my comments, but now I've become educated to his complete narrative. Learning moment for me,' Johnson, 49, tweeted Friday after author and political activist Don Winslow called out the action movie star for his support of Rogan.
Feb 5, 2022: Christianity Daily: 55 Federal Agencies Now Tracking Those Who Applied For Religious Exemptions To COVID Vaccine
The LCA reported that according to the Treasury Department's Office of Civil Rights and Diversity, their database will document all religious exemption requests and denials and will also track "information about a requestor's religious beliefs" and "informal dispute resolution" of each individual. It will also record "correspondence" and "records of oral conversations" of each person who seeks an exemption. The database is set to track all federal individuals from "pre-employment, during current or former employment or for attendees at a particular event."
The LCA reported that according to the Treasury Department's Office of Civil Rights and Diversity, their database will document all religious exemption requests and denials and will also track "information about a requestor's religious beliefs" and "informal dispute resolution" of each individual. It will also record "correspondence" and "records of oral conversations" of each person who seeks an exemption. The database is set to track all federal individuals from "pre-employment, during current or former employment or for attendees at a particular event."
Feb 3, 2022: Clarion Ledger: 7-day takeaway: Mississippi reports over 32,000 new COVID-19 cases in a single week
Each week, COVID-19 data looks different.
The Clarion Ledger regularly publishes the number of Mississippi COVID-19 cases, deaths, vaccinations and other relevant pandemic health news in efforts to keep residents informed. Here are the findings from state officials from Jan. 27 to Feb. 2.
Each week, COVID-19 data looks different.
The Clarion Ledger regularly publishes the number of Mississippi COVID-19 cases, deaths, vaccinations and other relevant pandemic health news in efforts to keep residents informed. Here are the findings from state officials from Jan. 27 to Feb. 2.
Jan 31, 2022: CBC: Trudeau tests positive for COVID-19, condemns 'hateful' convoy
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday he has tested positive for COVID-19 and, so far, he's feeling "fine."
Trudeau has been in isolation since one of his children tested positive for the virus late last week. A second Trudeau child has now tested positive for COVID-19. Trudeau said he would stay in quarantine and work remotely while he recovers.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday he has tested positive for COVID-19 and, so far, he's feeling "fine."
Trudeau has been in isolation since one of his children tested positive for the virus late last week. A second Trudeau child has now tested positive for COVID-19. Trudeau said he would stay in quarantine and work remotely while he recovers.
Jan 26, 2022: Yahoo: Fauci challenges Fox News vaccine falsehoods: 'The facts are stunningly obvious'
The top public health authorities in the Biden administration denounced misinformation about the coronavirus vaccines following an anti-vaccine rally in Washington, D.C., over the weekend and a falsehood-laden segment on Fox News on Tuesday night that has been widely shared on social media.
The top public health authorities in the Biden administration denounced misinformation about the coronavirus vaccines following an anti-vaccine rally in Washington, D.C., over the weekend and a falsehood-laden segment on Fox News on Tuesday night that has been widely shared on social media.
Jan 26, 2022: Yahoo: YouTube bans Fox News host Dan Bongino for evading suspension
Fox News host Dan Bongino is no longer welcome on YouTube. The company confirmed to The Hill that Bongino is now permanently banned from its video platform, after he attempted to evade a prior suspension related to COVID-19 misinformation.
Fox News host Dan Bongino is no longer welcome on YouTube. The company confirmed to The Hill that Bongino is now permanently banned from its video platform, after he attempted to evade a prior suspension related to COVID-19 misinformation.
Jan 22, 2022: CHVN: Unvaccinated university student voices concern after being dropped from courses months before grad
A University of Manitoba (UM) student who was looking forward to graduating this May says that, instead, she was deregistered from the last of her courses by the school because she does not have a COVID-19 vaccination. While the courses are set to begin online, the school says they hope to return to in-person learning and students who are not vaccinated have other options.
A University of Manitoba (UM) student who was looking forward to graduating this May says that, instead, she was deregistered from the last of her courses by the school because she does not have a COVID-19 vaccination. While the courses are set to begin online, the school says they hope to return to in-person learning and students who are not vaccinated have other options.
Jan 21, 2022: Boom Live: False Claim Of Canada Changing COVID Rules Due To Patrick King Revived
A viral message falsely claims that Canada's Alberta province lifted lockdown measures after a COVID denialist Patrick King won a case against the government as they could not prove that COVID-19 exists as they have not isolated the virus, yet.
A viral message falsely claims that Canada's Alberta province lifted lockdown measures after a COVID denialist Patrick King won a case against the government as they could not prove that COVID-19 exists as they have not isolated the virus, yet.
Jan 21, 2022: Bernews: 118,548 Total Vaccinations, 72.7% Had One Dose
As of January 15th, Bermuda has administered a total of 118,548 vaccinations and 72.7% of the population has received one dose, 71.5% have had two doses, while 39.5% of the population has also received a booster.
As of January 15th, Bermuda has administered a total of 118,548 vaccinations and 72.7% of the population has received one dose, 71.5% have had two doses, while 39.5% of the population has also received a booster.
Jan 20, 2022: ABC News: Many COVID-19 vaccine side effects caused by placebo effect: Study
Researchers examined 12 vaccine safety trials, involving thousands of people, and compared rates of side effects reported between those who received a placebo shot and those who received a real shot. They found that after the first shot, two-thirds of people experienced side effects like headache and fatigue, which the researchers said were attributable to the placebo effect. Shockingly, nearly a quarter of the people -- some who received the placebo shot -- experienced side effects like a sore arm, also attributable to the placebo effect.
Researchers examined 12 vaccine safety trials, involving thousands of people, and compared rates of side effects reported between those who received a placebo shot and those who received a real shot. They found that after the first shot, two-thirds of people experienced side effects like headache and fatigue, which the researchers said were attributable to the placebo effect. Shockingly, nearly a quarter of the people -- some who received the placebo shot -- experienced side effects like a sore arm, also attributable to the placebo effect.
Jan 18. 2022: The Guardian: Fox News host Laura Ingraham’s glee at general’s Covid diagnosis sparks outrage
The rightwing Fox News host Laura Ingraham has stoked outrage by announcing that the chairman of the US joint chiefs of staff had tested positive for Covid-19 – and applauding as she did so.
The rightwing Fox News host Laura Ingraham has stoked outrage by announcing that the chairman of the US joint chiefs of staff had tested positive for Covid-19 – and applauding as she did so.
Jan 17. 2022: Roys Report: Court Dismisses Louisiana Pastor’s COVID Restrictions Suit
A Louisiana pastor’s lawsuit over Gov. John Bel Edwards’ past COVID-19 restrictions on public gatherings was rejected for a second time Wednesday by a federal judge.
U.S. District Judge Brian Jackson in Baton Rouge said the lawsuit by Tony Spell seeking an order blocking the restrictions is moot because the restrictions expired long ago.
A Louisiana pastor’s lawsuit over Gov. John Bel Edwards’ past COVID-19 restrictions on public gatherings was rejected for a second time Wednesday by a federal judge.
U.S. District Judge Brian Jackson in Baton Rouge said the lawsuit by Tony Spell seeking an order blocking the restrictions is moot because the restrictions expired long ago.
Jan 15, 2022: Yahoo: Fox News host Dan Bongino suspended on YouTube over COVID-19 misinformation
Fox News host and right-wing commentator Dan Bongino won't be able to upload anything to his YouTube channel for a week, according to Forbes and The Hill. The website has temporarily suspended his account over COVID-19 misinformation, specifically for saying masks are useless in preventing the coronavirus' spread.
Fox News host and right-wing commentator Dan Bongino won't be able to upload anything to his YouTube channel for a week, according to Forbes and The Hill. The website has temporarily suspended his account over COVID-19 misinformation, specifically for saying masks are useless in preventing the coronavirus' spread.
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Jan 13, 2022: The Scotsman: Covid vaccine passports are a useful weapon in battle against anti-vaxxer conspiracy theories –
It was eminently predictable that people who, for whatever reason, decided not to get vaccinated against Covid would be more likely to become seriously ill or, indeed, die.
It was eminently predictable that people who, for whatever reason, decided not to get vaccinated against Covid would be more likely to become seriously ill or, indeed, die.
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Jan 12, 2022: WoodTV: Omicron may be headed for a rapid drop in Britain, US
Scientists are seeing signals that COVID-19′s alarming omicron wave may have peaked in Britain and is about to do the same in the U.S., at which point cases may start dropping off dramatically.
Scientists are seeing signals that COVID-19′s alarming omicron wave may have peaked in Britain and is about to do the same in the U.S., at which point cases may start dropping off dramatically.
January 11, 2022:
Good grief. SMH
When it seemed like anti-vaxxers couldn’t do more to showcase their stupidity, they managed to outdo themselves again after an anti-vax leader told his followers to drink their own urine to fight COVID-19.
Christopher Key, leader of the anti-vaccine organization Vaccine Police, extolled the virtues of “urine therapy” to his followers in a video posted on his Telegram account and seen by The Daily Beast. He claimed that piss can help cure COVID and is actually more effective than the vaccine.
This is so ridiculously stupid I often wonder if they arent trolling each other.
Good grief. SMH
When it seemed like anti-vaxxers couldn’t do more to showcase their stupidity, they managed to outdo themselves again after an anti-vax leader told his followers to drink their own urine to fight COVID-19.
Christopher Key, leader of the anti-vaccine organization Vaccine Police, extolled the virtues of “urine therapy” to his followers in a video posted on his Telegram account and seen by The Daily Beast. He claimed that piss can help cure COVID and is actually more effective than the vaccine.
This is so ridiculously stupid I often wonder if they arent trolling each other.
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Jan 7, 2022: Jamaica Observer: US State Department issues travel warning to the Caribbean and other places
The State Department is advising Americans that they may also face challenges whilst attempting to travel from one overseas location to another. The US Government is recommending that Americans get international travel insurance with coverage for COVID-19-related trip cancellation and medical benefits.
The State Department is advising Americans that they may also face challenges whilst attempting to travel from one overseas location to another. The US Government is recommending that Americans get international travel insurance with coverage for COVID-19-related trip cancellation and medical benefits.
Jan 5, 2022: Christian Post: Ray Bentley, author and Maranatha Chapel founder, dies from COVID-19 complications
Ray Bentley, an author, radio broadcaster and pastor who helped to found the influential Evangelical megachurch, Maranatha Chapel of California, died from COVID-19 complications.
Ray Bentley, an author, radio broadcaster and pastor who helped to found the influential Evangelical megachurch, Maranatha Chapel of California, died from COVID-19 complications.
Jan 5, 2022: CBS: California deputy district attorney who spoke out against vaccine mandates dies of COVID complications at age 46
Kelly Ernby, an Orange County, California deputy district attorney who recently ran for state assembly and regularly spoke out against vaccine mandates, has died of complications from COVID-19. The 46-year-old's death was announced on Monday by her friends, family members and colleagues.
Kelly Ernby, an Orange County, California deputy district attorney who recently ran for state assembly and regularly spoke out against vaccine mandates, has died of complications from COVID-19. The 46-year-old's death was announced on Monday by her friends, family members and colleagues.
Jan 3, 2022: News & Tribune: Changes in Indiana COVID testing start Tuesday
Starting Tuesday, COVID-19 rapid tests won't be available to people between the ages of 19 and 50, according to the Indiana Department of Health.
Starting Tuesday, COVID-19 rapid tests won't be available to people between the ages of 19 and 50, according to the Indiana Department of Health.
Jan 3, 2022: Leadership: US FDA Clears Pfizer’s Booster Shot For 12 To 15-Year-Old
The US Food and Drug Administration authorised the use of a third dose of the Pfizer and BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children aged between 12 and 15 years, and narrowed the time for all booster shots to 5 months from 6 months after primary doses.
The US Food and Drug Administration authorised the use of a third dose of the Pfizer and BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children aged between 12 and 15 years, and narrowed the time for all booster shots to 5 months from 6 months after primary doses.
Dec 31, 2021: Rio Times: Brazil will be independent in vaccine production in 2022, says minister
Starting in 2022, Brazil will be independent in the production of vaccines for Covid-19 and will be prepared for future pandemics, said Minister of Science, Technology and Innovations Marcos Pontes.
"If the planet doesn't want to sell vaccine to Brazil, Brazil will sell vaccine to the planet," the minister said during an interview on the program A Voz do Brasil that will air this Friday night (31).
Starting in 2022, Brazil will be independent in the production of vaccines for Covid-19 and will be prepared for future pandemics, said Minister of Science, Technology and Innovations Marcos Pontes.
"If the planet doesn't want to sell vaccine to Brazil, Brazil will sell vaccine to the planet," the minister said during an interview on the program A Voz do Brasil that will air this Friday night (31).
Dec 31, 2021: The Rio Times: Twitter permanently suspends mRNA inventor Dr. Robert Malone
Twitter on Wednesday suspended the account operated by Dr. Robert Malone, a U.S.-based virologist, and immunologist credited for significantly contributing to the invention of the mRNA technology, the foundation of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines against Covid-19.
The ban came just hours after the AP posted a controversial “fact check” report claiming Malone “misled” people by claiming the vaccines are failing against the Omicron variant.
Twitter on Wednesday suspended the account operated by Dr. Robert Malone, a U.S.-based virologist, and immunologist credited for significantly contributing to the invention of the mRNA technology, the foundation of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines against Covid-19.
The ban came just hours after the AP posted a controversial “fact check” report claiming Malone “misled” people by claiming the vaccines are failing against the Omicron variant.
Dec 29, 2021: HuffPost: The Biden Administration Is Treating the Pandemic Like A Personal Problem
Biden's pandemic response is not as bad as Trump's. But it still leaves a lot to be desired.
Biden's pandemic response is not as bad as Trump's. But it still leaves a lot to be desired.
Dec 29, 2021: Detroit News: Michigan sets record for highest daily COVID-19 case count since start of pandemic
Michigan on Wednesday recorded its highest daily confirmed case rate for COVID-19 since the pandemic began, adding 25,858 cases over two days and 338 deaths from the virus.
The totals, which include cases recorded Tuesday, averaged 12,929 new cases per day over the two days. That surpasses the state's previous high of 9,779 cases per day reached on Nov. 20, 2020.
Michigan on Wednesday recorded its highest daily confirmed case rate for COVID-19 since the pandemic began, adding 25,858 cases over two days and 338 deaths from the virus.
The totals, which include cases recorded Tuesday, averaged 12,929 new cases per day over the two days. That surpasses the state's previous high of 9,779 cases per day reached on Nov. 20, 2020.
Dec 29, 2021: Shreveport Times: LDH: Omicron cases continue to climb. Unvaccinated make up largest portion
The Louisiana Department of Health estimates the proportion of omicron cases in the state is 88.5% for the week ending Dec. 25.
LDH’s estimate for the omicron proportion is preliminary and subject to change as more sequencing data are reported, according to a news release.
The CDC estimates the proportion of Omicron in HHS Region 6 (which includes Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas) is 86.7%, with 95% of parishes at the two highest levels of community transmission.
The Louisiana Department of Health estimates the proportion of omicron cases in the state is 88.5% for the week ending Dec. 25.
LDH’s estimate for the omicron proportion is preliminary and subject to change as more sequencing data are reported, according to a news release.
The CDC estimates the proportion of Omicron in HHS Region 6 (which includes Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas) is 86.7%, with 95% of parishes at the two highest levels of community transmission.
Dec 29, 2021: WWNO: As much of the Gulf South remains unvaccinated, New Orleans issues a mandate for kids
As cases and hospitalizations spike again, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama remain among the bottom states for overall vaccination rates. Only about 10% of young children in these states have gotten at least one shot, compared to 23% nationally. In a region where rejecting broad vaccine requirements is a source of pride for many state leaders, New Orleans wasn’t afraid to issue a mandate.
As cases and hospitalizations spike again, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama remain among the bottom states for overall vaccination rates. Only about 10% of young children in these states have gotten at least one shot, compared to 23% nationally. In a region where rejecting broad vaccine requirements is a source of pride for many state leaders, New Orleans wasn’t afraid to issue a mandate.
Dec 29, 2021: Indiana Gazette: U.S. move to shorten COVID-19 isolation stirs confusion, doubt
U.S. health officials’ decision to shorten the recommended COVID-19 isolation and quarantine period from 10 days to five is drawing criticism from some medical experts and could create more confusion and fear among Americans.
To the dismay of some authorities, the new guidelines allow people to leave isolation without getting tested to see if they are still infectious.
U.S. health officials’ decision to shorten the recommended COVID-19 isolation and quarantine period from 10 days to five is drawing criticism from some medical experts and could create more confusion and fear among Americans.
To the dismay of some authorities, the new guidelines allow people to leave isolation without getting tested to see if they are still infectious.
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Dec 28, 2021: Trail Gazette: COVID cases rise as omicron makes its way through Larimer County
Two days before Christmas, the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) was informed by State of Colorado health officials that the COVID-19 omicron variant had been detected in multiple wastewater treatment facilities in the county.
Two days before Christmas, the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) was informed by State of Colorado health officials that the COVID-19 omicron variant had been detected in multiple wastewater treatment facilities in the county.
Dec 28, 2021: Austin Daily Herald: Minnesota tops 1 million COVID cases since start of pandemic
Minnesota has eclipsed a million cases of the coronavirus since the pandemic began in March of 2020.
The state Department of Health on Monday confirmed 4,155 new cases, lifting the total number of infections to 1,000,361. The figures do not include cases from the holiday weekend, which are expected to be updated Tuesday.
Minnesota has eclipsed a million cases of the coronavirus since the pandemic began in March of 2020.
The state Department of Health on Monday confirmed 4,155 new cases, lifting the total number of infections to 1,000,361. The figures do not include cases from the holiday weekend, which are expected to be updated Tuesday.
Dec 25, 2021: Raw Story: Alex Jones declares Trump is either ignorant or evil in 'emergency Christmas message'
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones issued an "Emergency Christ Message" to Donald Trump following the former president's defense of Covid-19 vaccines.
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones issued an "Emergency Christ Message" to Donald Trump following the former president's defense of Covid-19 vaccines.
Dec 25, 2021: Crow Media: 'Home Alone' scene gets meme-treatment to show how vaccines work
I keep a baseball bat under my bed in case someone tries to break in and pitch a no hitter😎
Dec 24, 2021: City Beat: Cincinnati Mayor John Cranley Contracts COVID-19
Days after warning Cincinnati that COVID-19 continues to spread heavily and steadily throughout the region, Mayor John Cranley has contracted the virus himself.
Dec 24, 2021: CHVN: COVID-19: 742 new cases Christmas Eve, 528 cases from Winnipeg
There are 742 new cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba, bringing the total number of cases to 73,573. There are 3,626 active cases and 68,577 recoveries.
Days after warning Cincinnati that COVID-19 continues to spread heavily and steadily throughout the region, Mayor John Cranley has contracted the virus himself.
Dec 24, 2021: CHVN: COVID-19: 742 new cases Christmas Eve, 528 cases from Winnipeg
There are 742 new cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba, bringing the total number of cases to 73,573. There are 3,626 active cases and 68,577 recoveries.
Dec 24, 2021: Daily Commercial: COVID in Florida: State records nearly 32,000 new cases, setting one-day record, CDC reports
The total of 31,758 – published Friday on the CDC’s website – surpassed the previous high, set Aug 27, when Florida reported 27,668 additional cases as the delta strain of the coronavirus spread across the state and nation.
The total of 31,758 – published Friday on the CDC’s website – surpassed the previous high, set Aug 27, when Florida reported 27,668 additional cases as the delta strain of the coronavirus spread across the state and nation.
Dec 24, 2021: Vox: How to recognize Covid-19 symptoms from the omicron variant
An international team of researchers has been tracking signs of infection throughout the pandemic with the Covid Symptom Study using a mobile app where users could self-report their symptoms. Data on the omicron variant is still preliminary, but a group of 171 app users in the United Kingdom, most of whom are vaccinated, recently reported that their top symptoms for omicron were a runny nose, headache, fatigue, sneezing, and a sore throat. These were also the top symptoms for people infected with the delta variant.
An international team of researchers has been tracking signs of infection throughout the pandemic with the Covid Symptom Study using a mobile app where users could self-report their symptoms. Data on the omicron variant is still preliminary, but a group of 171 app users in the United Kingdom, most of whom are vaccinated, recently reported that their top symptoms for omicron were a runny nose, headache, fatigue, sneezing, and a sore throat. These were also the top symptoms for people infected with the delta variant.
Dec 23, 2021: Kentucky Today: New Jersey to pay $53M over COVID deaths at veteran's homes
New Jersey will pay about $53 million to settle claims that the state’s negligence contributed to the deaths of more than 100 veterans at state-run homes during the coronavirus pandemic, attorneys representing the bulk of the claimants said Thursday.
New Jersey will pay about $53 million to settle claims that the state’s negligence contributed to the deaths of more than 100 veterans at state-run homes during the coronavirus pandemic, attorneys representing the bulk of the claimants said Thursday.
Dec 23, 2021: Yahoo: Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has boasted about being unvaccinated, owns stock in 3 major vaccine maker
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has boasted about being unvaccinated against COVID-19, owns stock in three major vaccine makers, financial-disclosure filings analyzed by Insider show.
Greene holds stock in AstraZeneca, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson, each worth between $1,000 and $15,000, according to an August 13, 2020, filing from Greene with the clerk of the House of Representatives.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has boasted about being unvaccinated against COVID-19, owns stock in three major vaccine makers, financial-disclosure filings analyzed by Insider show.
Greene holds stock in AstraZeneca, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson, each worth between $1,000 and $15,000, according to an August 13, 2020, filing from Greene with the clerk of the House of Representatives.
December 23, 2021:
A group of unvaccinated people who attended a conspiracy conference all became sick after the Reawaken America stop in Dallas.
The conspiracy theorists think they were attacked with anthrax, instead of blaming the superspreader event they just attended🙄
When a replicated version of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) website surfaced on the internet suggesting that President Biden had proposed plan for COVID concentration camps, Ohio Senate candidate J.D. Vance fired back with critical remarks aimed at the president.
However, there is just one problem with his criticism: the website was completely fake.
AND: According to The Daily Beast, there were a number of elements on the site that indicated it was a parody but apparently, the "Hillbilly Elegy" author and Yale Law School graduate overlooked those details and immediately launched his attack.
For the right wingers reading something without looking at the fine print and launching a real attack against a lie is something they only do on days that end with the letter "y". 🙄
Lara Trump told Fox News that "a positive thing" about COVID was parents learned their kids were being taught Critical Race Theory.
I must have missed the part where parents across the country started thanking everyone for Covid and called for a national Covid holiday.. 🙄
A group of unvaccinated people who attended a conspiracy conference all became sick after the Reawaken America stop in Dallas.
The conspiracy theorists think they were attacked with anthrax, instead of blaming the superspreader event they just attended🙄
When a replicated version of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) website surfaced on the internet suggesting that President Biden had proposed plan for COVID concentration camps, Ohio Senate candidate J.D. Vance fired back with critical remarks aimed at the president.
However, there is just one problem with his criticism: the website was completely fake.
AND: According to The Daily Beast, there were a number of elements on the site that indicated it was a parody but apparently, the "Hillbilly Elegy" author and Yale Law School graduate overlooked those details and immediately launched his attack.
For the right wingers reading something without looking at the fine print and launching a real attack against a lie is something they only do on days that end with the letter "y". 🙄
Lara Trump told Fox News that "a positive thing" about COVID was parents learned their kids were being taught Critical Race Theory.
I must have missed the part where parents across the country started thanking everyone for Covid and called for a national Covid holiday.. 🙄
Dec 22, 2021: Fox5New York: COVID surge: NY breaks single-day record for new COVID cases for 5th day in week
New York reported its highest single-day total for new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, with 28,924 positive cases statewide. It is the fifth record high for cases in a week.
New York reported its highest single-day total for new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, with 28,924 positive cases statewide. It is the fifth record high for cases in a week.
Dec 22, 2021: Baptist News Global: Why have so few U.S. congregations experienced even a single COVID death?
With more than 800,000 lives lost to COVID-19 in America alone, observers might wonder why some U.S. congregations have taken a seemingly cavalier approach to fighting the pandemic.
With more than 800,000 lives lost to COVID-19 in America alone, observers might wonder why some U.S. congregations have taken a seemingly cavalier approach to fighting the pandemic.
Dec 22, 2021: Rockdale-Newton Citizen: FDA authorizes first pill to treat Covid-19
The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized Pfizer's antiviral pill, Paxlovid, to treat Covid-19.
This is the first antiviral Covid-19 pill authorized for ill people to take at home, before they get sick enough to be hospitalized.
The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized Pfizer's antiviral pill, Paxlovid, to treat Covid-19.
This is the first antiviral Covid-19 pill authorized for ill people to take at home, before they get sick enough to be hospitalized.
Dec 21, 2021: The Oklahoma: As some Oklahoma churches push vaccines, others sow misinformation, doubt
Paul Blair says he doesn’t have a stance on whether his congregation should receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
The 58-year-old cancer survivor is convinced he doesn’t need the shot. And he tells members of Fairview Baptist Church that it’s up to them to decide if they need it.
Paul Blair says he doesn’t have a stance on whether his congregation should receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
The 58-year-old cancer survivor is convinced he doesn’t need the shot. And he tells members of Fairview Baptist Church that it’s up to them to decide if they need it.
Dec 21, 2021: Valdosta Daily Times: Atlanta reinstates indoor mask mandate as omicron spreads
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms on Tuesday reinstated a mask requirement inside stores and other businesses in the city due to rising COVID-19 infections and the emergence of the extraordinarily contagious omicron variant, which has quickly become the dominant version of the virus in the U.S.
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms on Tuesday reinstated a mask requirement inside stores and other businesses in the city due to rising COVID-19 infections and the emergence of the extraordinarily contagious omicron variant, which has quickly become the dominant version of the virus in the U.S.
Dec 20, 2021: Sidney Herald: DPHHS confirms Montana’s first COVID-19 case caused by the Omicron variant
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials have detected the Omicron variant through testing of positive COVID-19 samples from two Montana residents in their 30s with travel history to South Africa. The variant was confirmed today through genomic sequencing performed at the Montana State Public Health Laboratory and at Montana State University.
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials have detected the Omicron variant through testing of positive COVID-19 samples from two Montana residents in their 30s with travel history to South Africa. The variant was confirmed today through genomic sequencing performed at the Montana State Public Health Laboratory and at Montana State University.
Dec 20, 2021: Chattanoogan : Georgia Has 30 More Coronavirus Deaths And 7,708 New Cases
Georgia state health officials reported on Monday there have been 30 additional deaths due to the coronavirus. The current total is 26,120.
There are 7,708 new cases on Monday since Friday, as that total reaches 1,313,529 confirmed cases of coronavirus.
Georgia state health officials reported on Monday there have been 30 additional deaths due to the coronavirus. The current total is 26,120.
There are 7,708 new cases on Monday since Friday, as that total reaches 1,313,529 confirmed cases of coronavirus.
Dec 14, 2021: Baptist Press: Supreme Court refuses to block N.Y. vaccine mandate
The U.S. Supreme Court refused Monday (Dec. 13) to block enforcement of a vaccine mandate for New York health care workers who contend it violates their religious freedom.
The U.S. Supreme Court refused Monday (Dec. 13) to block enforcement of a vaccine mandate for New York health care workers who contend it violates their religious freedom.
Dec 13, 2021: Baptist News Global: Most Americans believe: ‘There is no justifiable religious reason to refuse vaccinations’
Most Americans believe there is no justifiable religious reason to refuse vaccinations, and a majority also say too many people are using faith merely as an excuse to avoid getting the COVID-19 vaccine, new research shows.
Most Americans believe there is no justifiable religious reason to refuse vaccinations, and a majority also say too many people are using faith merely as an excuse to avoid getting the COVID-19 vaccine, new research shows.
Dec 9, 2021: Daily Press: Anti-vaccine group targeted head of California Medical Board in ‘terrifying’ stalking incident
The head of the California Medical Board says members of an anti-vaccine group known to spread misinformation about COVID-19 treatments targeted her at her home and workplace in Walnut Creek on Monday.
The head of the California Medical Board says members of an anti-vaccine group known to spread misinformation about COVID-19 treatments targeted her at her home and workplace in Walnut Creek on Monday.
Dec 8, 2021: Loveland Reporter-Herald: MCR begins administering monoclonal antibodies in Loveland
The outpatient treatment center will accept patients who have recently been diagnosed with COVID-19, have mild symptoms, are at high risk for getting a severe infection, are not yet hospitalized and have symptoms that started in the past 10 days.
The outpatient treatment center will accept patients who have recently been diagnosed with COVID-19, have mild symptoms, are at high risk for getting a severe infection, are not yet hospitalized and have symptoms that started in the past 10 days.
December 6, 2021:
Anti-vaxxers confuse their "rights" with their egos. The ironic thing is that most of these same folks embrace something they call "being a Christian," when clearly, they have no interest in anything but their rights and themselves.
Anti-vaxxers confuse their "rights" with their egos. The ironic thing is that most of these same folks embrace something they call "being a Christian," when clearly, they have no interest in anything but their rights and themselves.
Dec 5, 2021: Salisbury Post: Fauci says early reports encouraging about omicron variant
“Thus far, it does not look like there’s a great degree of severity to it,” Fauci said. “But we have really got to be careful before we make any determinations that it is less severe or it really doesn’t cause any severe illness, comparable to delta.”
“Thus far, it does not look like there’s a great degree of severity to it,” Fauci said. “But we have really got to be careful before we make any determinations that it is less severe or it really doesn’t cause any severe illness, comparable to delta.”
Dec 5, 2021: Leadership: Zambia Records Omicron Cases As New Strain Spreads
Zambia has detected its first cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant, as the “highly transmissible” new variant spread to more than 40 countries since it was first detected in South Africa last week.
Zambia has detected its first cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant, as the “highly transmissible” new variant spread to more than 40 countries since it was first detected in South Africa last week.
Dec 5, 2021: Guardian: Omicron: Global Clinic data confirms new variant is less lethal
Dr Jonathan Obaje, a Nigerian Research Scientist based in Singapore, says since African Omicron discovery, global Clinic data has confirmed that variant of COVID-19 virus is less lethal than earlier variants.
Dr Jonathan Obaje, a Nigerian Research Scientist based in Singapore, says since African Omicron discovery, global Clinic data has confirmed that variant of COVID-19 virus is less lethal than earlier variants.
December 4, 2021:
I keep hearing that their is too much confusing information out there about Covid. I personally do not think there is too much of the accurate information out there. Go to the source CDC or your state health dept. The misinformation problem that I see is that people are confusing cross talk conversations as news. The news media talking heads are NOT experts. When they report what officials say...that is the end of the news. Everything after that is usually cross talk bloviating. If we had the internet and dozens of news choices in 1918..more people would have died and ended terribly....and a lot of people who are alive now would not be because their ancestry would have stopped at 1918 or thereabouts.
I keep hearing that their is too much confusing information out there about Covid. I personally do not think there is too much of the accurate information out there. Go to the source CDC or your state health dept. The misinformation problem that I see is that people are confusing cross talk conversations as news. The news media talking heads are NOT experts. When they report what officials say...that is the end of the news. Everything after that is usually cross talk bloviating. If we had the internet and dozens of news choices in 1918..more people would have died and ended terribly....and a lot of people who are alive now would not be because their ancestry would have stopped at 1918 or thereabouts.
Dec 4, 2021: USA Today: Leaders say 'no need to panic' as omicron confirmed in more states; Connecticut passes grim COVID death milestone: updates
Politicians and public health leaders repeated similar messages again and again as the weekend began: The omicron variant has arrived in yet another state, but everything we know about preventing COVID remains the same.
Politicians and public health leaders repeated similar messages again and again as the weekend began: The omicron variant has arrived in yet another state, but everything we know about preventing COVID remains the same.
Dec 4, 2021: Guardian: Britain adds Nigeria to red list as Omicron cases rise
Nigeria will be added to Britain’s travel “red list” at 0400 GMT on Monday, health minister Savid Javid said on Saturday.
Nigeria will be added to Britain’s travel “red list” at 0400 GMT on Monday, health minister Savid Javid said on Saturday.
Dec 4, 2021: Phillipines Star: Corruption exacerbates impact of COVID-19 – experts
Law and governance experts have urged voters to elect new leaders who have clear platforms on addressing the COVID pandemic and corruption in the government.
Law and governance experts have urged voters to elect new leaders who have clear platforms on addressing the COVID pandemic and corruption in the government.
Dec 3, 2021: CBN: People Are Getting Vaccine Passport Microchips Embedded in Their Hands as COVID Advances the 'Internet of Bodies'
The number of Swedish residents who have opted to implant microchips with their vaccine passport into their hands has risen since the country announced new COVID restrictions, according to local media.
On December 1, Sweden enacted new rules that require individuals to have a passport at all events with more than 100 people.
The number of Swedish residents who have opted to implant microchips with their vaccine passport into their hands has risen since the country announced new COVID restrictions, according to local media.
On December 1, Sweden enacted new rules that require individuals to have a passport at all events with more than 100 people.
Dec 3, 2021: Holland Sentinel: West Michigan hospitals are full, reporting record numbers of COVID-19 patients
West Michigan hospitals are feeling the strain of record numbers of COVID-19 patients needing care as the current virus surge in Michigan continues.
West Michigan hospitals are feeling the strain of record numbers of COVID-19 patients needing care as the current virus surge in Michigan continues.
Dec 3, 2021: America Magazine: ‘Getting nasty emails is not new’: Jesuit high school president isn’t backing down from a controversial vaccine mandate
For Brophy, like most schools across the country, Covid-19 has meant bouncing from one learning environment to another—in-person classes were replaced with virtual ones, and when students were finally allowed back on campus, they had to be masked and maintain social distance from one another.
For Brophy, like most schools across the country, Covid-19 has meant bouncing from one learning environment to another—in-person classes were replaced with virtual ones, and when students were finally allowed back on campus, they had to be masked and maintain social distance from one another.
Dec 2, 2021: Paso Robles Pres: Health Officials Encourage Precautions Amidst New Variant
On Tuesday, Nov. 30, the County of San Luis Obispo reported that seven people, ranging in age from their 60s to 90s, have died from COVID-19. That report brings the total now 365 people who have died from COVID-19 since March 2020.
On Tuesday, Nov. 30, the County of San Luis Obispo reported that seven people, ranging in age from their 60s to 90s, have died from COVID-19. That report brings the total now 365 people who have died from COVID-19 since March 2020.
Dec 2, 2021: Magnolia State Live: New coronavirus cases on rise again in Mississippi, health officials report
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) officials reported Thursday that 569 new coronavirus cases were found in the last 24 hours.
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) officials reported Thursday that 569 new coronavirus cases were found in the last 24 hours.
Dec 1, 2021: Winchester Sun: State’s COVID positivity rate climbing after holiday weekend
Kentucky’s coronavirus metrics took another jump Tuesday, with new cases and the share of Kentuckians testing positive up, and the fallout from that reflected in hospitalizations and deaths.
Kentucky’s coronavirus metrics took another jump Tuesday, with new cases and the share of Kentuckians testing positive up, and the fallout from that reflected in hospitalizations and deaths.
Dec 1, 2021: Pharos Tribune: Indiana COVID-19 health emergency likely extending into 2022
Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the 21st monthlong extension of the public health emergency he first issued in March 2020 along with an executive order continuing a handful of administrative actions but no business or crowd restrictions. Both orders are in effect until Jan. 1.
Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the 21st monthlong extension of the public health emergency he first issued in March 2020 along with an executive order continuing a handful of administrative actions but no business or crowd restrictions. Both orders are in effect until Jan. 1.
Dec 1, 2021: Newsweek: U.S. Detects First Case of Omicron Variant That May Evade Vaccines in California
Omicron, the new coronavirus variant of concern, has been detected in the United States just about a week after it was discovered in South Africa.
Omicron, the new coronavirus variant of concern, has been detected in the United States just about a week after it was discovered in South Africa.
Nov 30, 2021: WLBT: Federal judge temporarily halts federal vaccine mandate for healthcare workers nationwide
A lawsuit brought by Georgia and several other states has resulted in a federal judge declaring a nationwide pause on the requirement.
A lawsuit brought by Georgia and several other states has resulted in a federal judge declaring a nationwide pause on the requirement.
November 29, 2021:
The right wing nutjobs are saying the COVID-19 variant omicron is nothing but a midterm election ploy by the Democrats.....You can expect another surge of cases ...the antivaxxers want to keep the pandemic going through the winter apparently. Dont throw your masks away yet.
The right wing nutjobs are saying the COVID-19 variant omicron is nothing but a midterm election ploy by the Democrats.....You can expect another surge of cases ...the antivaxxers want to keep the pandemic going through the winter apparently. Dont throw your masks away yet.
Nov 28, 2021: Yahoo: White House Doctor Who Raved About Trump's Health Now Says Omicron Is Election Ruse
The former White House doctor who raved about Donald Trump’s “excellent” health to a skeptical public is now claiming that the disturbing new COVID-19 variant omicron is nothing but a midterm election ploy by the Democrats.
The former White House doctor who raved about Donald Trump’s “excellent” health to a skeptical public is now claiming that the disturbing new COVID-19 variant omicron is nothing but a midterm election ploy by the Democrats.
Nov 27, 2021: Insider: An Omicron case hasn't yet been detected in the US, but the concerning variant is bound to 'go all over,' Fauci says
The CDC says no cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant have been detected in the United States yet.
The CDC says no cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant have been detected in the United States yet.
Nov 26, 2021: Oregon Live: Newest coronavirus variant emerges in southern Africa; COVID-19 fears rattle markets, shut down some air travel
British Health Secretary Sajid Javid told lawmakers that the newest variant may be more transmissible than the delta variant and render vaccines less effective.
British Health Secretary Sajid Javid told lawmakers that the newest variant may be more transmissible than the delta variant and render vaccines less effective.
Nov 24, 2021: Magnolia State Live: New cases of coronavirus in Mississippi rise on eve of Thanksgiving, state health officials report
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) officials reported Wednesday that 432 new coronavirus cases were found in the last 24 hours.
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) officials reported Wednesday that 432 new coronavirus cases were found in the last 24 hours.
Nov 24, 2021: Raw Story: Michael Flynn claims 'global elites' plan new virus because 'COVID tyranny' didn't work
Michael Flynn, former president Donald Trump's one-time national security adviser, claims "global elites" are plotting to "impose" a new virus on the world, after their "little plan" of "COVID tyranny" failed.
Michael Flynn, former president Donald Trump's one-time national security adviser, claims "global elites" are plotting to "impose" a new virus on the world, after their "little plan" of "COVID tyranny" failed.
Nov 22, 2021: Herald Ledger: Gov. Beshear: Covid cases, deaths on rise in Kentucky
Kentucky reported 3,888 new COVID-19 cases over the past three days, as well as 101 deaths.
Those 3-day totals are higher than the commonwealth has seen in a Saturday through Monday stretch in the last 4 weeks.
Kentucky reported 3,888 new COVID-19 cases over the past three days, as well as 101 deaths.
Those 3-day totals are higher than the commonwealth has seen in a Saturday through Monday stretch in the last 4 weeks.
Nov 18, 2021: Tulsa World: A plateau or start of winter surge? Oklahoma experts concerned as COVID outbreaks occur to west, north
Dr. Jennifer Clark hopes the U.S. is simply at a COVID-19 plateau and not the beginning of a winter surge, but indicators are concerning.
The weekly new case counts in 14 states — including Oklahoma — have increased by at least 25% from the prior week and by at least 15% in 24 other states, according to federal government data.
Dr. Jennifer Clark hopes the U.S. is simply at a COVID-19 plateau and not the beginning of a winter surge, but indicators are concerning.
The weekly new case counts in 14 states — including Oklahoma — have increased by at least 25% from the prior week and by at least 15% in 24 other states, according to federal government data.
Nov 14, 2021: WJTV: Low vaccination rates for Mississippi kids leaves pediatricians concerned
There have been nine deaths in kids ages 0-17 in Mississippi since the pandemic began.
Seven of those deaths were in 2021 and 264 kids ages 0-17 have been hospitalized with Covid in Mississippi. Dr. Timi Adepeoj says vaccations of children 5-11 are low.
There have been nine deaths in kids ages 0-17 in Mississippi since the pandemic began.
Seven of those deaths were in 2021 and 264 kids ages 0-17 have been hospitalized with Covid in Mississippi. Dr. Timi Adepeoj says vaccations of children 5-11 are low.
November 12, 2021:
"If you're willing to walk among us unvaccinated, you are an enemy," Gene Simmons, KISS frontman said Wednesday in an interview on "TalkShopLive."
"I don't care about your political beliefs," he added.
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"If you're willing to walk among us unvaccinated, you are an enemy," Gene Simmons, KISS frontman said Wednesday in an interview on "TalkShopLive."
"I don't care about your political beliefs," he added.
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Nov 12, 2021: WJTV: Biloxi schools increase security after another weapon found
Superintendent Marcus Boudreaux notified parents of students at Biloxi High earlier this week that a third gun was found on a student. As a result, the district has implemented enhanced security measures at the school, including random weapon checks with a metal detector.
Superintendent Marcus Boudreaux notified parents of students at Biloxi High earlier this week that a third gun was found on a student. As a result, the district has implemented enhanced security measures at the school, including random weapon checks with a metal detector.
Now Ted Cruz will be going after the cookie monster.
Number of Ted Cruz Republicans who have suffered or died from Covid: too many to count
Number of Muppets who have suffered or died from covid: none.
Number of Ted Cruz Republicans who have suffered or died from Covid: too many to count
Number of Muppets who have suffered or died from covid: none.
Nov 11, 2021: Misissippi Today: Mississippi’s largest school district ignored passionate pleas for mask requirement, emails show
The DeSoto County School District, from July 28 to Sept. 30, heard from dozens of parents and community members asking for a mask mandate, according to emails obtained by Mississippi Today through a public records request.
The DeSoto County School District, from July 28 to Sept. 30, heard from dozens of parents and community members asking for a mask mandate, according to emails obtained by Mississippi Today through a public records request.
Nov 9, 2021: Mississippi Free Press: Biden Admin: Mississippi-Backed Mandate Lawsuit Could Cost ‘Hundreds of Lives Per Day’
In a court filing, the Biden administration is warning that the Mississippi-backed lawsuit asking courts to block enforcement of the president’s employer COVID-19 vaccine mandate “would likely cost dozens or even hundreds of lives per day.”
In a court filing, the Biden administration is warning that the Mississippi-backed lawsuit asking courts to block enforcement of the president’s employer COVID-19 vaccine mandate “would likely cost dozens or even hundreds of lives per day.”
November 5, 2021:
Amusing to find that the same people who claim "God will take care of them" against Covid and ignore mask mandates don't believe God can take care of them if it is enforced. That GOP "God" seems pretty weak and pett.
Amusing to find that the same people who claim "God will take care of them" against Covid and ignore mask mandates don't believe God can take care of them if it is enforced. That GOP "God" seems pretty weak and pett.
Nov 4, 2021: Eyewitness News: US Embassy delivers another 134,550 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses to The Bahamas
The United States yesterday delivered another shipment of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses to The Bahamas, making good on the Biden administration’s promise to share vaccines with the world.
The United States yesterday delivered another shipment of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses to The Bahamas, making good on the Biden administration’s promise to share vaccines with the world.
Nov 4, 2021: Pine Belt News; Mississippi reports no new COVID-19 deaths for first time in four months
The Mississippi Department of Health reported zero new COVID-19 deaths on Thursday, making Nov. 3 the first day since June 30 without a pandemic-related death in Mississippi.
The Mississippi Department of Health reported zero new COVID-19 deaths on Thursday, making Nov. 3 the first day since June 30 without a pandemic-related death in Mississippi.
Oct 13, 2021: WTVA: Could end of pandemic be near in Mississippi?
The number of COVID-19 cases in Mississippi has been decreasing.
But do not rule out another wave of cases, State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs said on Friday, Oct. 8
The number of COVID-19 cases in Mississippi has been decreasing.
But do not rule out another wave of cases, State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs said on Friday, Oct. 8
Oct 12, 2021: WTVA: 719 additional COVID cases, 26 additional deaths reported in Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported 719 additional COVID-19 cases and 26 additional deaths in its Wednesday morning report.
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported 719 additional COVID-19 cases and 26 additional deaths in its Wednesday morning report.
Oct 12, 2021; UK Today News: Scientists discover a highly potent antibody against SARS-CoV-2
Scientists at Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) and EPFL have discovered a highly potent monoclonal antibody that targets the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and is effective at neutralizing all variants of concern identified to date, including the delta variant. Their findings are published in the prestigious journal Cell Reports.
Scientists at Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) and EPFL have discovered a highly potent monoclonal antibody that targets the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and is effective at neutralizing all variants of concern identified to date, including the delta variant. Their findings are published in the prestigious journal Cell Reports.
Oct 12, 2021: GBH89.7: Baker To Call In National Guard If Mass. Corrections Officers Continue To Refuse Vaccinations
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker on Tuesday announced plans to deploy up to 250 National Guard members to state prisons to meet potential staffing shortages caused by resistance to new vaccination regulations.
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker on Tuesday announced plans to deploy up to 250 National Guard members to state prisons to meet potential staffing shortages caused by resistance to new vaccination regulations.
Oct 12, 2021: The Gleaner: IMF foresees a slight drop in global growth from pandemic
The International Monetary Fund is slightly downgrading its outlook for the global recovery from the pandemic recession, reflecting the persistence of supply chain disruptions in industrialised countries and deadly disparities in vaccination rates between rich and poor nations.
The International Monetary Fund is slightly downgrading its outlook for the global recovery from the pandemic recession, reflecting the persistence of supply chain disruptions in industrialised countries and deadly disparities in vaccination rates between rich and poor nations.
Oct 12, 2021: Y'all Politics: Governor Reeves extends COVID-related State of Emergency another 30 days
On Monday afternoon, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, in coordination with State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs and MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney, announced the extension of the State of Emergency related to COVID-19 for an additional 30 days.
On Monday afternoon, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, in coordination with State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs and MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney, announced the extension of the State of Emergency related to COVID-19 for an additional 30 days.
I took an aspirin today but truth be told I really dont know whats in it.
And thats why I would fail antivaxxxer school
And thats why I would fail antivaxxxer school
Oct 8, 2021: Media Matters: Fox News keeps turning vaccine resisters into culture war heroes
Fox News has provided a friendly platform to dozens of people who refuse to take the COVID-19 vaccine in recent months. The network’s propagandists often portray those guests as heroes fighting for freedom against “authoritarian” mandates -- even though Fox itself has a vaccine requirement for employees.
Fox News has provided a friendly platform to dozens of people who refuse to take the COVID-19 vaccine in recent months. The network’s propagandists often portray those guests as heroes fighting for freedom against “authoritarian” mandates -- even though Fox itself has a vaccine requirement for employees.
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Oct 3, 2021: Christian Post: Canadian pastor arrested at airport warns Americans: 'You're next'
The Canada Border Services Agency arrested the pastor last week for two outstanding warrants — one for not wearing a face mask and another for holding a church service in June. He has an upcoming court hearing on Oct. 13, where a judge will decide whether he'll be sentenced to 21 days in jail for "contempt of court" for holding worship services in violation of lockdown restrictions. |
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Oct 1, 2021: Alabama Baptist: Most Americans See Churches as Helpful During Pandemic
Nashville-based Lifeway Research found 53% of Americans say churches in their community have been helpful during the coronavirus pandemic, with 27% saying congregations were very helpful. Few (7%) found local churches to be hurtful, but a sizable number say they were neither helpful nor hurtful (23%) or weren’t sure (16%). |
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Oct 1, 2021: Media Matters: Headlines prioritize fear over hope in stories about vaccine mandates
As vaccine mandates across the country are beginning to take effect, some mainstream media outlets have focused on the small number of people who have resigned or been fired for refusing to comply, rather than the efficacy of mandating vaccinations through employers.
As vaccine mandates across the country are beginning to take effect, some mainstream media outlets have focused on the small number of people who have resigned or been fired for refusing to comply, rather than the efficacy of mandating vaccinations through employers.
While the initial surge of Covid-19 deaths skipped over much of rural America, where roughly 15 percent of Americans live, nonmetropolitan mortality rates quickly started to outpace those of metropolitan areas as the virus spread nationwide before vaccinations became available, according to data from the Rural Policy Research Institute.
They ain't makin bootleg whiskey no more...they're makin bootleg horse dewormer. And it's sad that this ad is not a satirical meme but a REAL ad that has to be up for educational purposes.
They ain't makin bootleg whiskey no more...they're makin bootleg horse dewormer. And it's sad that this ad is not a satirical meme but a REAL ad that has to be up for educational purposes.
Sept 30, 2021: Y'all Politics: Ingalls tells employees get vaccinated or lose job due to President Biden’s federal COVID vaccine mandate
“Being fully vaccinated by December 8, 2021 will be a condition of continued employment,” Ingalls President tells employees in memo.
“Being fully vaccinated by December 8, 2021 will be a condition of continued employment,” Ingalls President tells employees in memo.
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"I would never go to a hospital with Covid. Robert David Steele did it a few weeks ago and they killed him. The hospitals get extra money for Covid death reports, which is necessary to keep fear ramped up" --Anti-Vaxxer Cartoonist Ben Garrison who has drawn many a cartoon denouncing Covid & Dr Fauci and the vaccine, now has Covid. |
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I need my private jet because airlines want me to take the ‘mark of the beast’ -Ken Copeland🙄
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Sept 22, 2021: NDTV: Germany To Stop Paying Unvaccinated Workers Who have to Quarantine
Getting vaccinated remains a "personal decision" but that decision would now come with "financial consequences," said the German Health Minister. Sept 22, 2021: NDTV: US To Donate 500 Million More Covid Vaccines To Other Countries: Biden
At a UNGA summit, US President Joe Biden challenged world leaders to vaccinate 70 per cent of each country against COVID-19 by September 2022. |
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Sept 21, 2021: Shawnee News Star: With COVID-19 surge in Oklahoma comes redoubled contact tracing efforts
Oklahoma staffed up on contact tracers as COVID-19 cases swelled in recent months, but the number of contact tracers currently employed by the state pales in comparison to the number employed during earlier peak months of the pandemic.
Oklahoma staffed up on contact tracers as COVID-19 cases swelled in recent months, but the number of contact tracers currently employed by the state pales in comparison to the number employed during earlier peak months of the pandemic.
Sept 18, 2021: Minneapolis Star Tribune: Reckless COVID talk will hurt, not heal
Politicians running against "lawlessness" shouldn't actively encourage that same conduct from their supporters.
It's frustrating that a Republican front-runner in the Minnesota governor's race needs to be rebuked for this potentially perilous hypocrisy. But it is necessary as Dr. Scott Jensen, a Chaska physician and one-term legislator, ramps up his campaign to win the GOP nomination and unseat DFL Gov. Tim Walz in 2022.
Politicians running against "lawlessness" shouldn't actively encourage that same conduct from their supporters.
It's frustrating that a Republican front-runner in the Minnesota governor's race needs to be rebuked for this potentially perilous hypocrisy. But it is necessary as Dr. Scott Jensen, a Chaska physician and one-term legislator, ramps up his campaign to win the GOP nomination and unseat DFL Gov. Tim Walz in 2022.
Sept 17, 2021:
Unvaccinated people who speak out loudly in opposition to vaccines and masks keep dying from the virus that vaccines and masks help prevent. Including at least 5 conservative radio hosts.
After you're dead, though, the lesson is lost on you.
GOPer Madison Cawthorn says it would be illegal for airlines to require vaccines because, “you actually have a constitutionally protected right to free, unrestricted travel within the United States.”
Free? Silly me. And I always thought I had to buy a ticket.
Idaho is officially rationing care under “crisis” conditions.
Idaho has a Republican backed health commissioner who calls vaccines “fake.” People are dying while these idiots whine and dine on their own stupidity.
Elected Republican officials in a conservative Michigan county who gave themselves bonuses totalling $65,000 with federal Covid-19 relief funds said they would return the money – following days of criticism. Just the idea that they would do it in the first place is rather revealing.
Unvaccinated people who speak out loudly in opposition to vaccines and masks keep dying from the virus that vaccines and masks help prevent. Including at least 5 conservative radio hosts.
After you're dead, though, the lesson is lost on you.
GOPer Madison Cawthorn says it would be illegal for airlines to require vaccines because, “you actually have a constitutionally protected right to free, unrestricted travel within the United States.”
Free? Silly me. And I always thought I had to buy a ticket.
Idaho is officially rationing care under “crisis” conditions.
Idaho has a Republican backed health commissioner who calls vaccines “fake.” People are dying while these idiots whine and dine on their own stupidity.
Elected Republican officials in a conservative Michigan county who gave themselves bonuses totalling $65,000 with federal Covid-19 relief funds said they would return the money – following days of criticism. Just the idea that they would do it in the first place is rather revealing.
Sept 16, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Since Aug. 1, Mississippi health department has reported 1,622 coronavirus deaths
While COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the decline in Mississippi, the state is now leading the nation in coronavirus-related deaths per capita.
While COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the decline in Mississippi, the state is now leading the nation in coronavirus-related deaths per capita.
Sept 15, 2021:
On the 'Covid-19 response' section of its website, Betadine said that none of its antiseptic products had been approved to treat coronavirus. Medical experts say ingesting Betadine can lead to poisoning. Where are we at in the intelligence evolution of today if a disinfectant company has to put that out as a public notice to keep people who wont take a vaccine from drinking disinfectant or guzzling horse dewormer?? Governor Tate Reeves extends COVID state of emergency in Mississippi yesterday. Gov Tater Tot Reeves should extend it to the end of his term since he doesnt think its a big deal anyway. Over 18,000 Students Covid-19 Coronavirus Positive Since August but Gov Tater Tot Reeves says it's OK cuz people in the south "believe in eternal life." Ignorant of reality, GOP Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves call Biden vaccine mandate ‘tyranny’ Tater Tot wouldn't know tyranny if it hit him in the face. |
"Personal freedom does not give an individual the right to hurt others. Those not wearing masks and refusing to get vaccinated are spreading the virus and overcrowding the nation's hospitals ... This is not freedom; it is recklessness." - Washington Post Editorial Board 9.14.21
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Sept 14, 2021:
I'm glad I'm not a poet cuz there's no word to rhyme with "covid-19" or "guzzling invectorin" or "Crazy Trump Cultists."
But I can make "antivax" rhyme with "Newsmax" in a desperate need to prose.
I'm glad I'm not a poet cuz there's no word to rhyme with "covid-19" or "guzzling invectorin" or "Crazy Trump Cultists."
But I can make "antivax" rhyme with "Newsmax" in a desperate need to prose.
"Personal freedom does not give an individual the right to hurt others. Those not wearing masks and refusing to get vaccinated are spreading the virus and overcrowding the nation's hospitals ... This is not freedom; it is recklessness." - Washington Post Editorial Board 9.14.21
Sept 8, 2021: Colorado Newsline: COVID-19 hospitalizations in Colorado at highest point since Jan. 6
As of Tuesday, 862 people statewide were hospitalized with confirmed cases of COVID-19, while 95 people were hospitalized with suspected cases.
As of Tuesday, 862 people statewide were hospitalized with confirmed cases of COVID-19, while 95 people were hospitalized with suspected cases.
Sept 7, 2021: Avery Journal Times: Where are we now? COVID-19 policies and case numbers in ACS
With concerns of the Delta variant of COVID-19 growing, Avery County Schools have opened for full in-person operation this fall with efforts in place to keep campuses safe from COVID-19. However, in the first weeks of classes case numbers are already climbing.
With concerns of the Delta variant of COVID-19 growing, Avery County Schools have opened for full in-person operation this fall with efforts in place to keep campuses safe from COVID-19. However, in the first weeks of classes case numbers are already climbing.
Sept 5, 2021: National Review: The Media Shouldn’t Make Ivermectin a Culture-War Football
I’ve always been skeptical of the censorship of scientists and others who have differing views on COVID. The three primary signers of the Great Barrington Declaration opposing lockdowns are noted experts from Harvard, Oxford, and Stanford. But they’ve been subjected to unbelievable abuse and doxxing.
I’ve always been skeptical of the censorship of scientists and others who have differing views on COVID. The three primary signers of the Great Barrington Declaration opposing lockdowns are noted experts from Harvard, Oxford, and Stanford. But they’ve been subjected to unbelievable abuse and doxxing.
Sept 2, 2021: Alaska Highway News: COVID-19 occupancy at B.C. hospitals, ICUs hit months-high levels
Unvaccinated people with serious COVID-19 infections continue to push up occupancy levels at B.C. hospitals, and those facilities' intensive care units (ICUs).
Unvaccinated people with serious COVID-19 infections continue to push up occupancy levels at B.C. hospitals, and those facilities' intensive care units (ICUs).
Sept 1, 2021: Seattle Times: Religious exemptions from coronavirus vaccines are expected to become a legal battleground
As more companies and states require employees to get coronavirus vaccines, some Americans are seeking a way out through religious exemptions to skirt mandates that they believe burden their beliefs.
As more companies and states require employees to get coronavirus vaccines, some Americans are seeking a way out through religious exemptions to skirt mandates that they believe burden their beliefs.
Sept 1, 2021: Kansas City Star: Anti-masker who blamed immigrants for COVID-19 is hospitalized after maskless meeting
Anti-masker Marjain Breitenbach, who owns Doughboys Donuts KC in Raytown, made the news in August after customers complained about the sign in his store window that falsely blamed immigrants for spreading COVID-19: “Stop Importing COVID from Mexico Unmask Truth,” it said.
Anti-masker Marjain Breitenbach, who owns Doughboys Donuts KC in Raytown, made the news in August after customers complained about the sign in his store window that falsely blamed immigrants for spreading COVID-19: “Stop Importing COVID from Mexico Unmask Truth,” it said.
Aug 31, 2021: Tribune-Star: Schools feeling brunt of COVID-19 surge
Consistent with what is happening in the community, Vigo County School Corp. COVID cases, and resulting quarantines, are rising — but so far, no schools have had to go to remote learning, said Bill Riley, VCSC director of communications.
Consistent with what is happening in the community, Vigo County School Corp. COVID cases, and resulting quarantines, are rising — but so far, no schools have had to go to remote learning, said Bill Riley, VCSC director of communications.
Aug 28, 2021: Jerusalem Post: GOP congressman compares COVID to Holocaust, prompts intern resignation
Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie was far from the first Republican lawmaker to compare public health measures aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19 to the Holocaust when he posted an image of a tattooed wrist on Twitter on Wednesday.
Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie was far from the first Republican lawmaker to compare public health measures aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19 to the Holocaust when he posted an image of a tattooed wrist on Twitter on Wednesday.
Aug 28, 2021: Christian Post: NRB fires spokesman Dan Darling for violating vaccine-neutral policy: 'Sad and disappointed'
Evangelical author Dan Darling has been fired from his role at the National Religious Broadcasters after he violated the organization’s vaccine neutrality policy.
Evangelical author Dan Darling has been fired from his role at the National Religious Broadcasters after he violated the organization’s vaccine neutrality policy.
Aug 26, 2021: Harvard Independent: Unenrolled and Unhindered: Harvard Students Who Reclaimed the Pandemic
Last year, many Harvard College students did the radical act of pausing their college education. More than 20 percent of students did not enroll in the fall of 2021, many of whom extended this leave of absence to the entire academic year. They filled their time by traveling, interning, or even building a company. Some students found such success that they are not returning to campus this fall.
Last year, many Harvard College students did the radical act of pausing their college education. More than 20 percent of students did not enroll in the fall of 2021, many of whom extended this leave of absence to the entire academic year. They filled their time by traveling, interning, or even building a company. Some students found such success that they are not returning to campus this fall.
Aug 26, 2021: Los Angeles Sentinel: Recognizing Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Perseverance during his fight Against COVID-19
The core of the Black community felt the heaviness in the air when news broke about Rev. Jesse Jackson and his wife, Jacqueline, who was hospitalized after contracting COVID-19. Many civic leaders sent strength and healing energy towards the couple.
The core of the Black community felt the heaviness in the air when news broke about Rev. Jesse Jackson and his wife, Jacqueline, who was hospitalized after contracting COVID-19. Many civic leaders sent strength and healing energy towards the couple.
Aug 24, 2021: CNN: 90-day review into origins of Covid ends, but public may have to wait on unclassified report
It has now been 90 days since President Joe Biden ordered the intelligence community to investigate the origins of Covid-19, but the public may have to wait a few more days to view an unclassified version of that report.
It has now been 90 days since President Joe Biden ordered the intelligence community to investigate the origins of Covid-19, but the public may have to wait a few more days to view an unclassified version of that report.
Aug 23, 2021: ABC Religion & Ethics: The ethical and legal complexities of coercive measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19
Many thoughtful Australians, from all occupations, generations, and social circumstances, and a wide spectrum of political beliefs, are asking questions that raise serious ethical issues in relation to how we are and should be dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many thoughtful Australians, from all occupations, generations, and social circumstances, and a wide spectrum of political beliefs, are asking questions that raise serious ethical issues in relation to how we are and should be dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aug 22, 2021: Bluegrass Institute: The mask wars: Local choice better than Frankfort’s coercion
Science Hill Independent School District Superintendent Jimmy Dyehouse did something all parents, administrators and local school board members should do in response to Gov. Andy Beshear’s latest executive order: speak up!
Science Hill Independent School District Superintendent Jimmy Dyehouse did something all parents, administrators and local school board members should do in response to Gov. Andy Beshear’s latest executive order: speak up!
Aug 20, 2021: Georgia Recorder: Kemp helps businesses bypass local COVID rules as disease packs hospitals
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed an executive order Thursday aimed at preventing local governments from imposing COVID-19 restrictions such as mask mandates or vaccine requirements.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed an executive order Thursday aimed at preventing local governments from imposing COVID-19 restrictions such as mask mandates or vaccine requirements.
Aug 19, 2021: Premium Times: COVID-19: Nigeria reports 1,149 new cases
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 1,149 new cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), the highest number of infections in any single day since last February.
With the latest figure, the total number of infections in Nigeria now stands at 184,593.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 1,149 new cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), the highest number of infections in any single day since last February.
With the latest figure, the total number of infections in Nigeria now stands at 184,593.
Aug 19, 2021: Gulf Breeze News: COVID-19 increases concern Baptist Hospital CEO
The bad news is, the Delta variant of COVID-19 is overwhelming the healthcare system here in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. The good news is, the area is not seeing so many deaths from this third surge of the disease as it has in the past.
The bad news is, the Delta variant of COVID-19 is overwhelming the healthcare system here in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. The good news is, the area is not seeing so many deaths from this third surge of the disease as it has in the past.
Aug 19, 2021: The Wrap: Fox News Now Mandates Staffers to Disclose Vaccine Status or Wear Masks
Fox News leadership reminded staffers to upload proof of their COVID-19 vaccine status Tuesday, regardless of if they work remotely or in one of the company’s buildings. Tuesday was the final day to upload the statuses, which were requested in June, according to reports.
Fox News leadership reminded staffers to upload proof of their COVID-19 vaccine status Tuesday, regardless of if they work remotely or in one of the company’s buildings. Tuesday was the final day to upload the statuses, which were requested in June, according to reports.
It started out as a virus and mutated into an IQ test.😳
Aug 18, 2021: Madison County Journal: Madison schools now requiring masks
The Madison County Schools district is operating under a COVID-19 protocol system with Levels 1 through 3. Under Levels 1 and 2 masks are optional for all faculty and students (PreK-12) regardless of vaccination status.
The Madison County Schools district is operating under a COVID-19 protocol system with Levels 1 through 3. Under Levels 1 and 2 masks are optional for all faculty and students (PreK-12) regardless of vaccination status.
Aug 18, 2021: POZ: U.S. OK’s Third COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Immunocompromised People
The booster is recommended for organ transplant recipients, people receiving cancer treatment and people with advanced or untreated HIV.
The booster is recommended for organ transplant recipients, people receiving cancer treatment and people with advanced or untreated HIV.
Aug 18, 2021: Baptist News Global: Church ‘religious exemption’ letters against COVID vaccination mandates likely won’t work
Churches in California and North Carolina are among those now offering congregants documentation for “religious exemptions” to the COVID-19 vaccine, a practice that is legally dubious and likely ineffective, according to labor lawyers.
Churches in California and North Carolina are among those now offering congregants documentation for “religious exemptions” to the COVID-19 vaccine, a practice that is legally dubious and likely ineffective, according to labor lawyers.
Aug 18, 2021: Jackson Free Press: Mississippi Quarantines 20,000 With 5,993 Students Positive For COVID; Teen Deaths Rise
With both siblings wearing backpacks, Mkayla Robinson put her arms around her little brother, and the two smiled for a photo on Friday, Aug. 6., as they prepared to leave home to start her final year of junior high and his first day of kindergarten. But eight days into her eighth-grade year at Raleigh Junior High, Robinson died of COVID-19 on Saturday, Aug. 14, mere hours after testing positive for the virus.
With both siblings wearing backpacks, Mkayla Robinson put her arms around her little brother, and the two smiled for a photo on Friday, Aug. 6., as they prepared to leave home to start her final year of junior high and his first day of kindergarten. But eight days into her eighth-grade year at Raleigh Junior High, Robinson died of COVID-19 on Saturday, Aug. 14, mere hours after testing positive for the virus.
Aug 17, 2021: Shreveport Times: Shreveport nurse's tearful plea for COVID vaccines goes viral as Delta variant spreads
A Shreveport nurse has garnered national attention for her tearful plea for others to get vaccinated.
However, following a social media post, Felicia Croft has become one of the many public voices encouraging people to be vaccinated.
A Shreveport nurse has garnered national attention for her tearful plea for others to get vaccinated.
However, following a social media post, Felicia Croft has become one of the many public voices encouraging people to be vaccinated.
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Aug 17, 2021: Daily Nous: Philosophy Professor Resigns to Protest University’s COVID-19 Plan
Jeremy Fischer, who until yesterday was a tenured associate professor of philosophy at the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), resigned from his position to protest his university’s COVID-19 policies for the coming term. Aug 17, 2021: News Letter: Anti-vaccine protestors like the Taliban, says top doctor
Dr Tom Black, the Northern Ireland chair of the British Medical Association, made the comment specifically about protestors targeting pregnant women at a vaccine clinic held in Londonderry recently. |
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Aug 17, 2021: Sabetha Herald: COVID-19: Additional dose of vaccine authorized
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announced that, effective immediately, Kansas providers may now administer an additional dose of Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to individuals who are moderately or severely immunocompromised and have already been fully vaccinated with the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines.
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announced that, effective immediately, Kansas providers may now administer an additional dose of Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to individuals who are moderately or severely immunocompromised and have already been fully vaccinated with the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines.
Aug 17, 2021: Briefly: Covid19: Complaint Laid Against Dr Susan Vosloo for Anti-Vax Video with HPCSA
A formal complaint has been laid against Dr Susan Volsoo, a South African heart surgeon whose sentiments against the coronavirus vaccine were shared on a social media platform called BitChute.
A formal complaint has been laid against Dr Susan Volsoo, a South African heart surgeon whose sentiments against the coronavirus vaccine were shared on a social media platform called BitChute.
Aug 16, 2021: WXXV: Former Pascagoula City Councilman Joe Abston passes
Sunday, a former Pascagoula councilman and current finance manager at the Jackson County Port Authority lost his battle with COVID-19.
Fifty-one-year-old Joe Abston was moved to the intensive care unit at Singing River Thursday where he was on a ventilator and 100 percent oxygen.
Sunday, a former Pascagoula councilman and current finance manager at the Jackson County Port Authority lost his battle with COVID-19.
Fifty-one-year-old Joe Abston was moved to the intensive care unit at Singing River Thursday where he was on a ventilator and 100 percent oxygen.
Aug 16, 2021: Christian Daily: ‘If COVID Doesn't Kill Them, Hunger Will’: Nigerian Pastor Continues Feeding Texas’ Homeless Amid Pandemic
CBN News said Redeemer's Praise Church Pastor Shetigho Nakpodia from San Antonio, Texas are "setting hearts on fire for Jesus Christ" by fighting the global pandemic brought by COVID-19 and the epidemic brought by hunger and homelessness.
CBN News said Redeemer's Praise Church Pastor Shetigho Nakpodia from San Antonio, Texas are "setting hearts on fire for Jesus Christ" by fighting the global pandemic brought by COVID-19 and the epidemic brought by hunger and homelessness.
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Aug 16, 2021: Friendly Athiest: Herman Mehta: Anti-Vaxxer Catholic Cardinal Currently on Ventilator After Catching COVID
Aug 14, 2021: Tribune-Star: Readers' Forum Part 1, Aug. 14, 2021: Masks DO play role in preventing virus transmission
In his recent editorial (Tribune-Star, Aug. 11), Steve Templeton again downplays the importance of masking to slow COVID transmission. A large part of his argument rests on a randomized controlled trial of masking in Denmark. Dr. Templeton fails to point out, perhaps intentionally, that the study has little relevance to mandated masking in Terre Haute. |
Jacobson v. Massachusetts, 197 U.S. 11 (1905), was a United States Supreme Court case in which the Court upheld the authority of states to enforce compulsory vaccination laws. The Court's decision articulated the view that individual liberty is not absolute and is subject to the police power of the state.
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Aug 13, 2021: Christianity Today: Paul’s Advice on Letting Conscience Be Your Guide on Vaccines and Masks
This week, The Christian Post reprinted a blog by Samuel Sey, a Canadian writer, titled, “Why I am not getting the vaccine.” Sey’s essay didn’t address the scientific concerns he has with the vaccines, though he says he has hired a fitness trainer and is working on maintaining a healthier diet. But the piece is largely in response to several Canadian provinces instituting vaccine passports.
This week, The Christian Post reprinted a blog by Samuel Sey, a Canadian writer, titled, “Why I am not getting the vaccine.” Sey’s essay didn’t address the scientific concerns he has with the vaccines, though he says he has hired a fitness trainer and is working on maintaining a healthier diet. But the piece is largely in response to several Canadian provinces instituting vaccine passports.
Aug 13, 2021: Radio Free Asia: Hoarding of COVID Drugs in Myanmar Causes Prices to Soar
Myanmar’s wealthy are hoarding immunosuppressive and antiviral medications to treat the coronavirus, paying thousands of dollars for them in the country’s poorly regulated pharmaceutical market, while ordinary citizens struggle to buy the drugs, drug sellers and medical professionals told RFA.
Myanmar’s wealthy are hoarding immunosuppressive and antiviral medications to treat the coronavirus, paying thousands of dollars for them in the country’s poorly regulated pharmaceutical market, while ordinary citizens struggle to buy the drugs, drug sellers and medical professionals told RFA.
Aug 11, 2021: 62DetroitCBS: Stevie Nicks Cancels All 2021 Performances Over Coronavirus Concerns
Citing coronavirus concerns, Stevie Nicks has canceled five forthcoming performances at music festivals, she said in a statement Tuesday.
Nicks had been scheduled to headline one day each of BottleRock Napa Valley in California and the Jazz Aspen Festival in Colorado in September. In October, she was to have played two days of the Austin City Limits Music Festival and one day of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.
Citing coronavirus concerns, Stevie Nicks has canceled five forthcoming performances at music festivals, she said in a statement Tuesday.
Nicks had been scheduled to headline one day each of BottleRock Napa Valley in California and the Jazz Aspen Festival in Colorado in September. In October, she was to have played two days of the Austin City Limits Music Festival and one day of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.
Aug 10, 2021: Santa Monica Daily Press: Fake COVID-19 vaccine cards online worry college officials
As the delta variant of the coronavirus sweeps across the United States, a growing number of colleges and universities are requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination for students to attend in-person classes. But the new mandate has opened the door for those opposed to getting the vaccine to cheat the system, according to interviews with students, education and law enforcement officials.
As the delta variant of the coronavirus sweeps across the United States, a growing number of colleges and universities are requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination for students to attend in-person classes. But the new mandate has opened the door for those opposed to getting the vaccine to cheat the system, according to interviews with students, education and law enforcement officials.
Aug 4, 2021: Jackson Free Press: Sheriff Lee Vance Dies After Testing Positive for COVID-19
The sheriff of Mississippi's largest county has died, almost two weeks after he tested positive for COVID-19 amid an outbreak of the illness at a jail he oversaw. The Hinds County Sheriff's Department said an ambulance was sent to the home of Sheriff Lee Vance on Wednesday morning.
The sheriff of Mississippi's largest county has died, almost two weeks after he tested positive for COVID-19 amid an outbreak of the illness at a jail he oversaw. The Hinds County Sheriff's Department said an ambulance was sent to the home of Sheriff Lee Vance on Wednesday morning.
July 30, 2021: Independent Catholic News: Vaccines: 300 years of following the science
In his recent book, How To Make a Vaccine: An essential guide for COVID-19 & Beyond, Dr John Rhodes celebrates the 300th anniversary of the first well-recorded inoculation against smallpox in Britain in August 1721. At the time smallpox was killing up to 400,000 people in Europe every year including a grandchild of King George I.
In his recent book, How To Make a Vaccine: An essential guide for COVID-19 & Beyond, Dr John Rhodes celebrates the 300th anniversary of the first well-recorded inoculation against smallpox in Britain in August 1721. At the time smallpox was killing up to 400,000 people in Europe every year including a grandchild of King George I.
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July 29, 2021: Catholic Standard: D.C. re-institutes mask mandate
District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser announced July 29 that the District is re-instituting a universal, indoor masking mandate for everyone, even those fully vaccinated. This new requirement takes effect on July 31 at 5 a.m. Persons attending Mass in the District, even if they are fully vaccinated, must wear a mask. July 20, 2021: Hill Reporter: Marjorie Taylor Greene Refuses to Reveal Vaccination Status, And We Know What That Probably Means
Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia snapped back at CBS News correspondent Aaron Navarro on Tuesday for inquiring about the lawmaker’s COVID-19 vaccination status, suggesting that Greene – who regularly condemns vaccinations and spreads all kinds of misinformation about the coronavirus – does not want the public to know if she is truly standing by her convictions. If she were, one could presume that her response would be “no.” July 19, 2021: Christianity Today: We Put Down Roots. Then Everything Around Us Shifted.
In reflecting on this, Pastor John Starke of New York City notes that “while the pandemic has surely exposed what is fragile in our world and in the church, it has also exposed what is in vain … [some] had been trying to build something that God had no intention of building. ” |
July 13, 2021: PR Newswire: COVID-19 Antigen Test Market Size Worth $8.3 Billion By 2027: Grand View Research, Inc.
The global COVID-19 antigen test market size is expected to reach USD 8.3 billion by 2027, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2021 to 2027. A COVID-19 antigen test can help fill the gap in the testing landscape by enabling fast diagnoses in clinical settings. With the rising number of new infection cases coupled with the increasing popularity of antigen testing, a substantial number of companies are making significant attempts to boost their market presence in this arena, thereby driving the market. |
July 6, 2021: Reclaim The Net: New South Wales bans church singing due to COVID – even over Zoom
In Australia, Pastor Brian Houston of the Hillsong Church spoke out against the order as a form of anti-religious discrimination, saying that the to ban singing in churches for the purpose of live streaming the act was “just not right” – and urging others in a post on Twitter to “make a stand.”
In Australia, Pastor Brian Houston of the Hillsong Church spoke out against the order as a form of anti-religious discrimination, saying that the to ban singing in churches for the purpose of live streaming the act was “just not right” – and urging others in a post on Twitter to “make a stand.”
July 6, 2021: Georgia Straight: COVID-19 in B.C.: Over 200 active cases remain in Vancouver Coastal Health; no new deaths; and more
B.C. continues to make progress in reducing overall case numbers as the number of active cases continues to decline. However, hospitalized cases did slightly increase today.
Meanwhile, the most active cases remain in the Vancouver Coastal Health region.
B.C. continues to make progress in reducing overall case numbers as the number of active cases continues to decline. However, hospitalized cases did slightly increase today.
Meanwhile, the most active cases remain in the Vancouver Coastal Health region.
July 4, 2021: Y'all Politics: Fauci on MTP says he’d be wearing a mask in Biloxi even if vaxxed
Dr. Anthony Fauci was featured on meet the press this morning and stated that if he was in Biloxi, Mississippi, he would still wear a mask due to the low vaccination rates in Mississippi even though he’s vaccinated.
Dr. Anthony Fauci was featured on meet the press this morning and stated that if he was in Biloxi, Mississippi, he would still wear a mask due to the low vaccination rates in Mississippi even though he’s vaccinated.
June 30, 2021: Bluefield Daily Telegraph: The Latest: CDC director Walensky weighs in on wearing masks
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, says the CDC is leaving it up to local officials to set guidelines for mask-wearing as the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus surges in areas with low vaccination rates.
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, says the CDC is leaving it up to local officials to set guidelines for mask-wearing as the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus surges in areas with low vaccination rates.
June 19, 2021:
Eric Clapton says the Covid vaccine has impaired his guitar playing. Just for the record, he has already said nerve damage has impaired his guitar playing as far back as 2007.
No Medical scientist has ever issued a statement claiming Clapton's guitar solo on Layla was too long and a should have been a lower key, so in return Clapton should keep his opinions out of science.
Eric Clapton says the Covid vaccine has impaired his guitar playing. Just for the record, he has already said nerve damage has impaired his guitar playing as far back as 2007.
No Medical scientist has ever issued a statement claiming Clapton's guitar solo on Layla was too long and a should have been a lower key, so in return Clapton should keep his opinions out of science.
Ted Nugent has spent the last year calling Covid-19 a hoax. Yesterday it was announced he has tested positive for "hoax".
May 23, 2021: WKRG: ‘This won’t go away’: Why one doctor thinks COVID-19 will never disappear
After more than a year of the COVID-19 pandemic, most people are eager for life to return to normal, as it was before the pandemic.
After more than a year of the COVID-19 pandemic, most people are eager for life to return to normal, as it was before the pandemic.
Mar 29, 2021: Media Matters: Right-wing ministry continues to use Facebook to dispense deadly COVID-19 and vaccine misinformation to millions of followers
Previewing the anti-vaccine message of the broadcast, Daystar Television co-founder and Ministry Now co-host Marcus Lamb falsely claimed that the COVID-19 vaccine being administered is “not even a vaccine” and is “experimental.” According to Lamb, “this process has never worked on animals.” In fact, the inoculations are vaccines and they have been safely administered to more than 100 million people in the United States alone. Lamb then purported that Ministry Now would “share with you the leading minds in the world” on COVID-19 vaccines, but instead the program highlighted individuals who are spreading false information to the detriment of public health.
Previewing the anti-vaccine message of the broadcast, Daystar Television co-founder and Ministry Now co-host Marcus Lamb falsely claimed that the COVID-19 vaccine being administered is “not even a vaccine” and is “experimental.” According to Lamb, “this process has never worked on animals.” In fact, the inoculations are vaccines and they have been safely administered to more than 100 million people in the United States alone. Lamb then purported that Ministry Now would “share with you the leading minds in the world” on COVID-19 vaccines, but instead the program highlighted individuals who are spreading false information to the detriment of public health.
Feb 17, 2021: Christian Post: 'Ashes to Go': Ash Wednesday observances altered as COVID-19, snow create difficulties
Alan Rudnick, the pastor of DeWitt Community Church, said it is important to maintain the tradition even though the process is different this year
Alan Rudnick, the pastor of DeWitt Community Church, said it is important to maintain the tradition even though the process is different this year
Feb 9, 2021: American Magazine: The same Catholics who condemn ‘relativism’ and a ‘culture of death’ have built a deadly, post-truth world
In its final days, the Trump administration went on a killing spree, executing federal prisoners at an unprecedented rate; the number of Americans killed by Covid-19 broke 400,000; and five people died in a violent failed insurrection at the Capitol. Add to this the ongoing refugee crisis, the existential threats of climate change, the rise of populist authoritarianism around the world and the struggle against anti-Black racism in America, and it is not hard to see that the culture of death is alive and well.
In its final days, the Trump administration went on a killing spree, executing federal prisoners at an unprecedented rate; the number of Americans killed by Covid-19 broke 400,000; and five people died in a violent failed insurrection at the Capitol. Add to this the ongoing refugee crisis, the existential threats of climate change, the rise of populist authoritarianism around the world and the struggle against anti-Black racism in America, and it is not hard to see that the culture of death is alive and well.
Feb 5, 2021: Adventist Review: I Saw God’s Promises Shine During the Pandemic
Through COVID-19, lockdowns, social distancing, and masks, I have seen that God's promises are as powerful today as they ever were: “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose” (Rom. 8:28).
Through COVID-19, lockdowns, social distancing, and masks, I have seen that God's promises are as powerful today as they ever were: “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose” (Rom. 8:28).
Jan 13, 2021: RickKirpatrick: Wear a mask! There’s a difference between self-expression and being selfish.
So, while we appreciate the creativity of the man in face paint wearing animal pelts “protesting” at the U.S. Capitol this past week, we see vapid selfishness at work. Destruction is the prooftext of selfish behavior. It destroys property, relationships, and even potentially…democracies. Artists protest by creating from the honest, truthful, and dark corners of ourselves and society. Something new. Something true. Something from me, but bigger than me. We heal, even when we disrupt and offend. In fact, offending people is the pastime of great artists. We have a voice, in other words. With that voice, we must also have ethics. There is a fine line drawn here: will we create out of truth or destroy out of selfishness.
So, while we appreciate the creativity of the man in face paint wearing animal pelts “protesting” at the U.S. Capitol this past week, we see vapid selfishness at work. Destruction is the prooftext of selfish behavior. It destroys property, relationships, and even potentially…democracies. Artists protest by creating from the honest, truthful, and dark corners of ourselves and society. Something new. Something true. Something from me, but bigger than me. We heal, even when we disrupt and offend. In fact, offending people is the pastime of great artists. We have a voice, in other words. With that voice, we must also have ethics. There is a fine line drawn here: will we create out of truth or destroy out of selfishness.
Nov 12, 2020: Adventist Review: Patient-Monitoring Tech Lets COVID-19 Patients Recover at Home
After assessing patients’ conditions, AdventHealth is able to provide them with an oximeter, thermometer, and app that keeps them connected with a nurse who can monitor their biometrics and help guide them through their COVID-19 recovery safely.
After assessing patients’ conditions, AdventHealth is able to provide them with an oximeter, thermometer, and app that keeps them connected with a nurse who can monitor their biometrics and help guide them through their COVID-19 recovery safely.
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Nov 11, 2020: Newsweek: Chicago Becomes First Major U.S. City to Reissue COVID Lockdown As Cases Spike 36 Percent
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot issued a stay-at-home advisory on Thursday after a 36 percent spike in coronavirus cases in the past two weeks, making Chicago the first major U.S. city to reissue a lockdown order.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot issued a stay-at-home advisory on Thursday after a 36 percent spike in coronavirus cases in the past two weeks, making Chicago the first major U.S. city to reissue a lockdown order.
When we were kids, we didn't have your fancy ear buds! We'd lie on the floor with our heads between the stereo speakers! AND WE LIKED IT!😉😉
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Oct 11, 2020: ABC News: Fauci says he didn't give permission to be used in Trump campaign ad
"In my nearly five decades of public service, I have never publicly endorsed any political candidate. The comments attributed to me without my permission in the GOP campaign ad were taken out of context from a broad statement I made months ago about the efforts of federal public health officials.” - Dr. Anthony Fauci Sept 17, 2020: Pierre Capital Journal: Riggs High to start hybrid learning after spike in COVID cases
As the number of active COVID-19 cases in Hughes County increases, Pierre’s T.F. Riggs High School has adopted a hybrid learning model for the foreseeable future. School was not in session Friday, Sept. 18, but will resume with a day of schoolwide virtual instruction on Monday. Other than the partial transition to virtual learning, current plans are for the school schedule to remain the same. |
If 2020 was a car...□
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Sept 12, 2020: Deadline: Los Angeles County Coronavirus Update: Public Health Confirms 29 New Deaths, Over 1,170 Positive Cases
Public Health’s latest count shows a total of 29 new deaths and 1,177 positive cases. Saturday’s update brings Los Angeles County numbers back to around those confirmed before the Labor Day Weekend. During the holiday weekend, L.A. County saw a major decrease in in new cases. The low numbers were a result of reports delayed by the long holiday weekend.
Public Health’s latest count shows a total of 29 new deaths and 1,177 positive cases. Saturday’s update brings Los Angeles County numbers back to around those confirmed before the Labor Day Weekend. During the holiday weekend, L.A. County saw a major decrease in in new cases. The low numbers were a result of reports delayed by the long holiday weekend.
Sept 9, 2020: Deadline: Bob Woodward Defends Withholding Donald Trump’s COVID-19 Comments Until Book’s Publication
As CBS News teased a 60 Minutes interview with Bob Woodward over his bombshell new book Rage, the star investigative journalist defended a lingering question over the timing of some of its biggest revelations.
As CBS News teased a 60 Minutes interview with Bob Woodward over his bombshell new book Rage, the star investigative journalist defended a lingering question over the timing of some of its biggest revelations.
Sept 5, 2020: Crux: Home schooling is extension of regular life for Kansas family
Home schooling was not something the Ring family in Beloit set out to do long term. “It happened by accident,” is how Amanda Ring, the mother, explained it.
And now, amid COVID-19 restrictions, they find they are part of an expanding group, although they are more used to the routine than those just starting.
Home schooling was not something the Ring family in Beloit set out to do long term. “It happened by accident,” is how Amanda Ring, the mother, explained it.
And now, amid COVID-19 restrictions, they find they are part of an expanding group, although they are more used to the routine than those just starting.
Sept 4, 2020: Houston Chronicle: Montgomery County judge pleads with Abbott to reopen Texas ‘100 percent’
Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough again took to social media to urge Gov. Greg Abbott reopen the state ‘100 percent,’ noting the survival rate of COVID-19 in Montgomery County is about 99 percent.
Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough again took to social media to urge Gov. Greg Abbott reopen the state ‘100 percent,’ noting the survival rate of COVID-19 in Montgomery County is about 99 percent.
Gyms are reopening, now I have to come up with a new excuse why I can't go.😎
Sept 1, 2020: Forest Park Review: COVID and the Altenheim site
If the dismal state of village government finances in the ongoing COVID-19 scourge were some partial incentive to move quickly to offer portions of the village-owned Altenheim property up for sale to developers, well the scourge has found a new way to bite the village. Just completed, a village-ordered real estate appraisal of the 11 acres running south off Madison Street put a stunningly lowball value on the green space.
If the dismal state of village government finances in the ongoing COVID-19 scourge were some partial incentive to move quickly to offer portions of the village-owned Altenheim property up for sale to developers, well the scourge has found a new way to bite the village. Just completed, a village-ordered real estate appraisal of the 11 acres running south off Madison Street put a stunningly lowball value on the green space.
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Sept 1, 2020: USA Today: How QAnon and other dark forces are radicalizing Americans as the COVID-19 pandemic rages and election looms
The spread of conspiracy theories into the mainstream on social media channels like Facebook and YouTube is accelerating during the coronavirus. Sept 1, 2020: HuffPost: Trump’s Latest Excuse: COVID-19 Only Counts When It Kills The Perfectly Healthy
Gateway Pundit, a far-right conspiracist website, accused the CDC of releasing its data “quietly,” while Dinesh D’Souza, the right-wing polemicist, called it “a brewing scandal of epic proportions.” Trump’s legal adviser Jenna Ellis retweeted the Gateway Pundit post. White House press secretary Kayleigh "Karen" McEnany repeated the falsehood on Monday as fact. 
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Aug 31, 2020: Yahoo News: Twitter removes Trump retweet sharing false information on COVID-19 deaths
Twitter on Sunday removed a post retweeted by President Donald Trump that falsely claimed the COVID-19 pandemic is not as deadly as officials have reported.
The original tweet, posted by a user with the handle @littlemel, has been replaced by standard language stating, "This Tweet is no longer available because it violated the Twitter Rules. Learn more."
Twitter on Sunday removed a post retweeted by President Donald Trump that falsely claimed the COVID-19 pandemic is not as deadly as officials have reported.
The original tweet, posted by a user with the handle @littlemel, has been replaced by standard language stating, "This Tweet is no longer available because it violated the Twitter Rules. Learn more."
Aug 31, 2020:
👉A false claim pointing to recent data from the CDC indicating that COVID-19 "was the only cause mentioned" in 6% of the deaths registered so far is false.
The conspiracy theory alleges that this revelation means COVID-19 is not as deadly as previously claimed. This is not true. The CDC data indicates that other factors, such as obesity, contributed to deaths. But it does not mean the people would have died had they not contracted the disease. The information came from the conspiracy group QAnon and Trump tweeted the information and, of course, all members of the Republican National Cult Trump have been passing this information around all day as though they had just won a prize. Twitter deleted Trumps tweet. There have been people booted from Twitter for constantly tweeting nonsense that have been banned or temporarily banned for tweeting less false information then Trump has.
Kayleigh "Karen" McEnany responded to a question about the video with: "The president's never seen that video." It was the video Trump himself had tweeted out.
👉A false claim pointing to recent data from the CDC indicating that COVID-19 "was the only cause mentioned" in 6% of the deaths registered so far is false.
The conspiracy theory alleges that this revelation means COVID-19 is not as deadly as previously claimed. This is not true. The CDC data indicates that other factors, such as obesity, contributed to deaths. But it does not mean the people would have died had they not contracted the disease. The information came from the conspiracy group QAnon and Trump tweeted the information and, of course, all members of the Republican National Cult Trump have been passing this information around all day as though they had just won a prize. Twitter deleted Trumps tweet. There have been people booted from Twitter for constantly tweeting nonsense that have been banned or temporarily banned for tweeting less false information then Trump has.
Kayleigh "Karen" McEnany responded to a question about the video with: "The president's never seen that video." It was the video Trump himself had tweeted out.
Little known Fact: Bugs Bunny liked to eat Elmer's Glue.😎
Aug 28, 2020: Huffington Post: 4 People Who Attended RNC In Charlotte Test Positive For COVID-19
Two convention attendees and two individuals supporting the event, which ended Thursday, have tested positive for the coronavirus so far.
Two convention attendees and two individuals supporting the event, which ended Thursday, have tested positive for the coronavirus so far.
Aug 28, 2020: CNN: Trump -- defiant and dark as ever -- claims Biden would destroy America
Trump's crowd of 2,000 people on the South Lawn, few wearing masks and sitting close together, was an extraordinary scene during a pandemic that has brought America to its knees -- but it exemplified Trump's willingness to spin a false alternative reality for political gain
Trump's crowd of 2,000 people on the South Lawn, few wearing masks and sitting close together, was an extraordinary scene during a pandemic that has brought America to its knees -- but it exemplified Trump's willingness to spin a false alternative reality for political gain
There may be more than one way to skin a cat, but
try to prove it and everyone starts freaking out on the bus...apparently
try to prove it and everyone starts freaking out on the bus...apparently
8.27.20
👉"There are dozens of reasons why the United States lagged so far behind in preparations for the pandemic. Some are cultural, some are economic, some are political. But there is no doubt that one of the reasons is the Trump–Fox feedback loop. When the virus silently spread, some of Fox’s biggest stars denied and downplayed the threat.
Trump echoed them, and they echoed back. “The thing that’s going to end this is the warmer weather,” Greg Gutfeld said on February 24. “One day—it’s like a miracle—it will disappear,” Trump said on February 27. Fox’s longest-tenured medical analyst, Dr. Marc Siegel, told Hannity on March 6, “at worst, at worst, worst case scenario, it could be the flu.”
-- Excerpt from "Hoax: Donald Trump, Fox News & the Dangerous Distortion of Truth" by Brian Stelter
👉"There are dozens of reasons why the United States lagged so far behind in preparations for the pandemic. Some are cultural, some are economic, some are political. But there is no doubt that one of the reasons is the Trump–Fox feedback loop. When the virus silently spread, some of Fox’s biggest stars denied and downplayed the threat.
Trump echoed them, and they echoed back. “The thing that’s going to end this is the warmer weather,” Greg Gutfeld said on February 24. “One day—it’s like a miracle—it will disappear,” Trump said on February 27. Fox’s longest-tenured medical analyst, Dr. Marc Siegel, told Hannity on March 6, “at worst, at worst, worst case scenario, it could be the flu.”
-- Excerpt from "Hoax: Donald Trump, Fox News & the Dangerous Distortion of Truth" by Brian Stelter
Aug 27, 2020: NBC News: Coronavirus is 'tornado with a long tail,' WHO Europe saysas cases rise among young
World Health Organization's top official in Europe warned Thursday that the coronavirus is a "tornado with a long tail" and said rising case counts among young people
World Health Organization's top official in Europe warned Thursday that the coronavirus is a "tornado with a long tail" and said rising case counts among young people
“I don't know" is how I reply to people with conspiracy theories about the coronavirus. This avoids going down their rabbit hole.”
― RUPERT WOLFE-MURRAY
― RUPERT WOLFE-MURRAY
August 26, 2020
👉The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new guidance for businesses operating during the pandemic:
"Don't argue with customers if they make threats or become violent," the CDC advises. "Don't attempt to force anyone who appears to be angry or violent to follow COVID-19 prevention policies." The anti-mask nutjobs (mostly #Maga Trumplicans) are still doing their part to protect the Constitution by protecting your right to be infected. Essentially (paraphrase, mine) the CDC is considering that the #Maga Trumplicans, lacking common sense, and are too violent and should be approached except carefully....like you might handle a rabid dog. Makes perfect sense to me.
👉The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new guidance for businesses operating during the pandemic:
"Don't argue with customers if they make threats or become violent," the CDC advises. "Don't attempt to force anyone who appears to be angry or violent to follow COVID-19 prevention policies." The anti-mask nutjobs (mostly #Maga Trumplicans) are still doing their part to protect the Constitution by protecting your right to be infected. Essentially (paraphrase, mine) the CDC is considering that the #Maga Trumplicans, lacking common sense, and are too violent and should be approached except carefully....like you might handle a rabid dog. Makes perfect sense to me.
Aug 25, 2020: Christian Post: Evangelical leaders denounce QAnon as ‘political cult,' ‘satanic movement’
Some Christian leaders, including a couple of prominent conservative evangelicals, have denounced the conspiracy theory movement gaining traction in conservative circles known as QAnon.
Some Christian leaders, including a couple of prominent conservative evangelicals, have denounced the conspiracy theory movement gaining traction in conservative circles known as QAnon.
Aug 25, 2020: Chief Learning Officer: Work, culture and COVID-19
COVID-19 has forced unique challenges on American managers tasked with leading multicultural work teams: Its impact on how we do work, where we do work and how we define work gets deeper every week. The very real and immediate need to address the technological requirements of forced online work options grabs the attention, but finding IT solutions without addressing the cultural and emotional impact of COVID-19 on your employees is, at best, a half-baked quick fix.
COVID-19 has forced unique challenges on American managers tasked with leading multicultural work teams: Its impact on how we do work, where we do work and how we define work gets deeper every week. The very real and immediate need to address the technological requirements of forced online work options grabs the attention, but finding IT solutions without addressing the cultural and emotional impact of COVID-19 on your employees is, at best, a half-baked quick fix.
Aug 24, 2020: Yahoo News: Man who believed virus was hoax loses wife to Covid-19
A Florida taxi driver, who believed false claims that coronavirus was a hoax, has lost his wife to Covid-19.
Brian Lee Hitchens and his wife, Erin, had read claims online that the virus was fabricated, linked to 5G or similar to the flu.
A Florida taxi driver, who believed false claims that coronavirus was a hoax, has lost his wife to Covid-19.
Brian Lee Hitchens and his wife, Erin, had read claims online that the virus was fabricated, linked to 5G or similar to the flu.
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Aug 23, 2020: Christian Post: 'God is calling us to true joy': Levi Lusko on COVID-19, racism, church reopening
“But I'm out of control,” he said. “None of us can control this pandemic. By having that idol torn from my heart I feel like God has been calling me to true joy in Him, and in seeking His face.” The pastor pointed to the example of the Old Testament prophet Elijah, who learned to trust God in obscurity and isolation. 
Aug 21, 2020: Christianity Today: Ahead of 2020 Election, White Evangelicals Still Concerned About COVID-19
Those who know someone who suffered from the virus are less likely to say they plan to vote for President Trump. |
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Aug 21, 2020: Christian Today: If there's a Covid-19 vaccine, take it, say thousands of Christians including Philip Yancey and NT Wright
Over 3,000 Christians have signed a statement urging Christians not to dismiss a Covid-19 vaccine if and when there is one. The Christian Statement on Science for Pandemic Times warns against believing Covid-19 conspiracy theories while ignoring the science. 
Aug 19, 2020:
👉The U.S. has 5.4 million confirmed infections and more than 171,000 deaths. Worldwide, there have been more than 781,000 deaths and 22.1 million cases, according to John Hopkins University data. It's not over as COVID-19 already hit Northeast states hard and they are trying to prepare for a possible surge. Maintain your social distance from people wearing Maga hats and no mask as they still think it's "just a flu" and a "hoax. |
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I think my shoes are on drugs. They're laced with something.
Aug 18, 2020:
👉In reponse to Trump critique about New Zealand, their Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern fired back at Trump, calling his remarks "patently wrong." "I think anyone who's following COVID and its transmission globally will quite easily see that New Zealand's nine cases in a day does not compare to the United States' tens of thousands, and in fact does not compare to most countries in the world," she said. Nuff said.
👉A federal major disaster declaration approved Monday does not include financial assistance for Iowans recovering from last week's devastating derecho, President Trump already tweeting he approved the state's application in "FULL." In defense, Trump was probably busy meantweeting the New Zealand prime minister and forgot.
👉In reponse to Trump critique about New Zealand, their Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern fired back at Trump, calling his remarks "patently wrong." "I think anyone who's following COVID and its transmission globally will quite easily see that New Zealand's nine cases in a day does not compare to the United States' tens of thousands, and in fact does not compare to most countries in the world," she said. Nuff said.
👉A federal major disaster declaration approved Monday does not include financial assistance for Iowans recovering from last week's devastating derecho, President Trump already tweeting he approved the state's application in "FULL." In defense, Trump was probably busy meantweeting the New Zealand prime minister and forgot.
Being a robot would be difficult. You could never operate yourself after taking prescription pills.😎
Aug 17, 2020:
Five months into the coronavirus pandemic, Michigan and Maryland top 100,000 cases. Pretty catastrophic for a hoax that's just a flu.
New Zealand has delayed its election because of COVID. In June New Zealand had announced they had eliminated the virus. Not to be outdone, In June Trump was announcing that if we did less testing we would see less covid cases....and the world "marveled" at his "wisdom." 😉
Pepperoni is the latest American staple to be in short supply amid the pandemic as pepperoni prices increase. Messing with our pizza?? This is getting real now....😳
Five months into the coronavirus pandemic, Michigan and Maryland top 100,000 cases. Pretty catastrophic for a hoax that's just a flu.
New Zealand has delayed its election because of COVID. In June New Zealand had announced they had eliminated the virus. Not to be outdone, In June Trump was announcing that if we did less testing we would see less covid cases....and the world "marveled" at his "wisdom." 😉
Pepperoni is the latest American staple to be in short supply amid the pandemic as pepperoni prices increase. Messing with our pizza?? This is getting real now....😳
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Aug 17, 2020: Pea Soup: Pandemic Ethics: Part 1
Today we start a three-part series on Ben Bramble’s just published open access book Pandemic Ethics. Part 1 (“Three Problems for Human Challenge Trials, and A Way Forward”) is below. Part 2 (“How Should Onlookers Live and Feel in the Pandemic?”) will get started here Wed. And Part 3 (“A Revolutionary Argument: How and Why to Change Things Post-Pandemic”) will get started here Fri. 
Science is God’s way of saying, “I gave you a brain — use it”.🤔
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Aug 13, 2020: The Conversation: Up to 204,691 extra deaths in the US so far in this pandemic year
The number of deaths in the United States through July 2020 is 8% to 12% higher than it would have been if the coronavirus pandemic had never happened. That’s at least 164,937 deaths above the number expected for the first seven months of the year – 16,183 more than the number attributed to COVID-19 thus far for that period – and it could be as high as 204,691.
The number of deaths in the United States through July 2020 is 8% to 12% higher than it would have been if the coronavirus pandemic had never happened. That’s at least 164,937 deaths above the number expected for the first seven months of the year – 16,183 more than the number attributed to COVID-19 thus far for that period – and it could be as high as 204,691.
Not coughing in the grocery store is the new not laughing in church😎
Aug 12, 2020: Christianity Today: Christian Colleges: God Wants You to Wear a Mask to Class
With new campus covenants, dozens of evangelical schools are extending calls to “love your neighbor” to apply to a range of coronavirus safeguards.
With new campus covenants, dozens of evangelical schools are extending calls to “love your neighbor” to apply to a range of coronavirus safeguards.
#AllLivesMatterUnlessIHaveToWearAMaskThanNotSoMuch 🤔
July 31, 2020: America’s founding document proclaims that “all men are created equal” with the individual right to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” These values have been catalytic to the remarkable achievements and progress of our great nation.However, since World War II, we have also been influenced by existentialism and postmodern relativism. As a result, we are a “post-truth” culture in which truth and meaning are found in our personal experience. “My truth” is not “your truth,” and vice versa.
As a theologian, I would add a third dimension: humans are infected with what Nietzsche called the “will to power.” Because of our fallen nature, we seek to be our own god (Genesis 3:5). This drive for personal power, expressed in a culture that centers on individual rights and happiness, produces the kind of “loose” culture Dr. Gelfand describes. -Jim Denison (Christian Headlines)
As a theologian, I would add a third dimension: humans are infected with what Nietzsche called the “will to power.” Because of our fallen nature, we seek to be our own god (Genesis 3:5). This drive for personal power, expressed in a culture that centers on individual rights and happiness, produces the kind of “loose” culture Dr. Gelfand describes. -Jim Denison (Christian Headlines)
July 31, 2020: Southern Equip: 10 reasons your church members are so ornery amid the pandemic
The cumulative toll of the pandemic is telling. Some are weary because loved ones and friends have COVID. Some are just tired because of the pandemic in general.
The cumulative toll of the pandemic is telling. Some are weary because loved ones and friends have COVID. Some are just tired because of the pandemic in general.
July 29, 2020: Fountain Hill Times: The Cost
On July 13, the GOP Governor of Mississippi took a hard look at herd immunity. His research had found 80 percent of the population must be infected to reach herd immunity. This would overwhelm the health care system in his state. He adds that this is not a realistic solution. According to a write-up in Mayo, without a vaccine, about 70 percent of the population needs to be infected for herd immunity.
For Arizona, 70 percent would mean about 5 million more cases. With our current death rate of about 2 percent, more than 97,000 additional deaths would occur to gain herd immunity. As for Fountain Hills, approximately 17,500 would be infected, resulting in about 350 deaths. Currently, about 72 percent of Arizona deaths are people over 65.
On July 13, the GOP Governor of Mississippi took a hard look at herd immunity. His research had found 80 percent of the population must be infected to reach herd immunity. This would overwhelm the health care system in his state. He adds that this is not a realistic solution. According to a write-up in Mayo, without a vaccine, about 70 percent of the population needs to be infected for herd immunity.
For Arizona, 70 percent would mean about 5 million more cases. With our current death rate of about 2 percent, more than 97,000 additional deaths would occur to gain herd immunity. As for Fountain Hills, approximately 17,500 would be infected, resulting in about 350 deaths. Currently, about 72 percent of Arizona deaths are people over 65.
July 24, 2020: Baptist News Global: Refugee ministries adapt amid COVID and government slowdown
The ministry of welcoming immigrants and refugees has not ground to a halt during the coronavirus pandemic, but it has changed shape.
“Our work hasn’t slowed down at all, even though the government is working to slow down new refugee arrivals and COVID has put a lot of stress on the process,” said Marc Wyatt, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship field personnel who, with his wife, Kim Wyatt, coordinates church-based refugee ministries in North Carolina’s Research Triangle and beyond.
The ministry of welcoming immigrants and refugees has not ground to a halt during the coronavirus pandemic, but it has changed shape.
“Our work hasn’t slowed down at all, even though the government is working to slow down new refugee arrivals and COVID has put a lot of stress on the process,” said Marc Wyatt, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship field personnel who, with his wife, Kim Wyatt, coordinates church-based refugee ministries in North Carolina’s Research Triangle and beyond.
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July 22, 2020: National Catholic Reporter: COVID-19 crisis provides opportunities and grace
But crises provide opportunities and grace. They challenge us to rise to the occasion, think creatively and change the way we live and work. World War II changed American society profoundly, bringing women into the workforce and accelerating developments in aviation, electronics and communications. Among the Cold War's technological legacies is the internet and the revolution it wrought. |
July 20, 2020: Influence Magazine: Five Reasons Christians Should Wear Face Masks
Politics aside, I believe there are five reasons why Christians should be wearing face masks. It’s no panacea, of course. We still need to social distance, wash our hands, and do all the other things we know to do. Certainly, we should be praying fervently and seeking God for divine protection, provision, and healing.
Politics aside, I believe there are five reasons why Christians should be wearing face masks. It’s no panacea, of course. We still need to social distance, wash our hands, and do all the other things we know to do. Certainly, we should be praying fervently and seeking God for divine protection, provision, and healing.
July 14, 2020: ABC Religion & Ethics: What lies beneath? COVID-19 and the racial politics of face masks
In the early stages of the pandemic, the advice from the World Health Organisation was that facial masks were not necessary except for people who were sick and showing symptoms and those caring for them. Health practitioners and policy makers in Australia, Europe, and North America discouraged the use of face masks as a means of infection control on the grounds that the general public lacked the knowledge to wear them correctly. Given the shortage of personal protective equipment at the time, there were also concerns that the widespread use of disposable facemasks would come at the expense of frontline medical workers.
In the early stages of the pandemic, the advice from the World Health Organisation was that facial masks were not necessary except for people who were sick and showing symptoms and those caring for them. Health practitioners and policy makers in Australia, Europe, and North America discouraged the use of face masks as a means of infection control on the grounds that the general public lacked the knowledge to wear them correctly. Given the shortage of personal protective equipment at the time, there were also concerns that the widespread use of disposable facemasks would come at the expense of frontline medical workers.
July 15, 2020: The Church Times: Masks in church are on their way
WORSHIPPERS and visitors to Church of England cathedrals and churches are likely to be advised to wear face coverings from 24 July, in line with the latest government guidance, the Church Times understands.
WORSHIPPERS and visitors to Church of England cathedrals and churches are likely to be advised to wear face coverings from 24 July, in line with the latest government guidance, the Church Times understands.
July 7, 2020: Christian Examiner: Should churches comply with California's ban on singing?
California has issued a ban on corporate singing. How should churches proceed? Thankfully, there are biblical and historical precedents that help inform Christian leaders.
California has issued a ban on corporate singing. How should churches proceed? Thankfully, there are biblical and historical precedents that help inform Christian leaders.
It's not the critic who counts, not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the door of deeds could have been done better. The credit belongs to the man in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly.....who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotions, who spends himself in a worthy cause, who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who have never known neither victory nor defeat.
--Teddy Roosevelt
--Teddy Roosevelt
May 29, 2020: Scientific American: What a U.S. Exit from the WHO Means for COVID-19 and Global Health
As President Trump terminates the U.S.’s relationship with the agency, experts foresee incoherence, inefficiency and a resurgence of deadly diseases
As President Trump terminates the U.S.’s relationship with the agency, experts foresee incoherence, inefficiency and a resurgence of deadly diseases
May 29, 2020: Z-NOTE: This article is from Jan 22, 2020. It is making its way through social media right now, I presume because most people pass it along based on the headline without ever reading the article. This was before much was known about the virus and Canada was off the radar initially as far as a "pandemic" and I have not looked up any updated info yet. --Zorek Richards
This link is current statistics from Canada: https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/canada/
Dr. Sohail Ghandi, president of the Ontario Medical Association, said early data on the new form of virus suggests masks won’t be especially effective.
While masks may have helped ward off the spread of SARS during the deadly 2003 outbreak, preliminary research indicates the same won’t be true of the current virus, he said. “Handwashing is more effective than face masks with this particular virus, particularly if you’re not infected.” (Actually "Gandi")
Presently, the World Health Organization and the Public Health Agency of Canada recommend those caring for a patient use a medical mask, while the United States is recommending the N95 mask.
“A mask that you buy in the pharmacy can never give total protection against a virus that is transmitted through the air,” said Eric Litvack, medical chief for preventive medicine and control in Montreal’s Public Health Department. (Actually "Litvak") https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericlitvak/?originalSubdomain=ca
Montreal Gazzette: https://montrealgazette.com/…/coronavirus-fears-should-you…/
JAN 29, 2020: National Post: Why a mask won't protect you from the Wuhan coronavirus
This link is current statistics from Canada: https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/canada/
Dr. Sohail Ghandi, president of the Ontario Medical Association, said early data on the new form of virus suggests masks won’t be especially effective.
While masks may have helped ward off the spread of SARS during the deadly 2003 outbreak, preliminary research indicates the same won’t be true of the current virus, he said. “Handwashing is more effective than face masks with this particular virus, particularly if you’re not infected.” (Actually "Gandi")
Presently, the World Health Organization and the Public Health Agency of Canada recommend those caring for a patient use a medical mask, while the United States is recommending the N95 mask.
“A mask that you buy in the pharmacy can never give total protection against a virus that is transmitted through the air,” said Eric Litvack, medical chief for preventive medicine and control in Montreal’s Public Health Department. (Actually "Litvak") https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericlitvak/?originalSubdomain=ca
Montreal Gazzette: https://montrealgazette.com/…/coronavirus-fears-should-you…/
JAN 29, 2020: National Post: Why a mask won't protect you from the Wuhan coronavirus
Social Media has become a cesspool of blatantly false information, and the scary thing is, people are believing it...
May 25, 2020: Z-NOTE: Of course the CT-Nuts are passing this around social media based on just the headline. If they bothered to read it they will note that the Japanese have more respect for each other and voluntarily did (and do) the things that the CT-Nuts have been and still are calling "TYRANNY!!" and "Unconstitutional!!" Article ends by saying the numbers will be reviewed every three weeks and "Until then, the Japanese public has been encouraged to remain at home and to avoid large public gatherings." (OMG...Tyranny!!!!!!!) --Zorek Richards
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ARTICLE: "While Japan never implemented stringent lockdowns like those in parts of China, many European countries and the U.S., it barred foreigner travelers who had visited many hard-hit countries and urged residents to adhere to social distancing guidelines. Restaurants and shops were also required to close earlier than normal. Karaoke bars, live music venues and gyms were shuttered and will remain closed in the coming weeks.
Public health officials in Japan have warned the population to wear masks in public and continue to work from home if possible. The Japanese government has asked the population to adapt to a new lifestyle to avoid an uptick in new cases and prevent the spread of the virus. People have also been encouraged to avoid traveling for non-essential purposes to other regions of the country."
Newsweek: Japan Ends Coronavirus Emergency With 850 Deaths and No Lockdown
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ARTICLE: "While Japan never implemented stringent lockdowns like those in parts of China, many European countries and the U.S., it barred foreigner travelers who had visited many hard-hit countries and urged residents to adhere to social distancing guidelines. Restaurants and shops were also required to close earlier than normal. Karaoke bars, live music venues and gyms were shuttered and will remain closed in the coming weeks.
Public health officials in Japan have warned the population to wear masks in public and continue to work from home if possible. The Japanese government has asked the population to adapt to a new lifestyle to avoid an uptick in new cases and prevent the spread of the virus. People have also been encouraged to avoid traveling for non-essential purposes to other regions of the country."
Newsweek: Japan Ends Coronavirus Emergency With 850 Deaths and No Lockdown
I oft reflect on the wisdom of my grandfather in his twilight years.: "Do not walk behind me, for I may not lead. Do not walk ahead of me, for I
may not follow. Do not walk beside me, either. Just leave me alone...."😎
may not follow. Do not walk beside me, either. Just leave me alone...."😎
May 22, 2020: Forbes: Lie To Your Employer About Having Covid-19? The FBI Can Arrest You
A criminal complaint in Atlanta claims that 34-year-old Santwon Antonio Davis committed wire fraud in trying to convince his employer he had the virus and that it forced the unnamed Fortune 500 company that employed him to shut down for cleaning. That cost the business $100,000, according to prosecutors.
A criminal complaint in Atlanta claims that 34-year-old Santwon Antonio Davis committed wire fraud in trying to convince his employer he had the virus and that it forced the unnamed Fortune 500 company that employed him to shut down for cleaning. That cost the business $100,000, according to prosecutors.
Sometimes the only difference between a yard sale
and a trash pickup is how close to the road the stuff is placed!!!😎
and a trash pickup is how close to the road the stuff is placed!!!😎
May 16, 2020: Rick Kirkpatrick: The hero is the one who will turn us from looking at our brothers and sisters, neighbors and co-workers, or politicians and public health leaders as the enemy. The hero will not be swayed by click-bait that will give a human face to this faceless disease. Our hero understands that even though the technical issues of finding a vaccine, providing hospital beds, and keeping the virus contained are paramount, we also are the problem. It seems that no one in today’s tribal, divided, and scapegoating world wants to own his or her problems, let alone be held responsible for the virus spreading. But, the hero knows that he or she if passive is indeed part of the problem.
The hero in our story stays home, washes hands, and wears a mask. The hero grieves the losses of neighbors and holds the tongue when unexplainable anger wells within. Heros are aware that fear is real and something to be managed. Fear looks like calling a mask unmanly. Fear looks like dehumanizing the messengers of bad-but-important news. Fear keeps us from asking more profound questions that might call us to join in fighting this unseen enemy. Our hero realizes their weakness is to give in to fear and react rather than lead, think, and learn. And, learning is not from too-good-to-be-true sources that divide. It is easy to critique, to complain, and to blame. What the hero does is investigate, think critically, and be open to complexities. COVID-19 is the Villian, but Who is the Hero?
The hero in our story stays home, washes hands, and wears a mask. The hero grieves the losses of neighbors and holds the tongue when unexplainable anger wells within. Heros are aware that fear is real and something to be managed. Fear looks like calling a mask unmanly. Fear looks like dehumanizing the messengers of bad-but-important news. Fear keeps us from asking more profound questions that might call us to join in fighting this unseen enemy. Our hero realizes their weakness is to give in to fear and react rather than lead, think, and learn. And, learning is not from too-good-to-be-true sources that divide. It is easy to critique, to complain, and to blame. What the hero does is investigate, think critically, and be open to complexities. COVID-19 is the Villian, but Who is the Hero?
MAY 15, 2020: THE ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DRUG HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE DOES NOT SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCE ADMISSION TO INTENSIVE CARE OR DEATH IN PATIENTS HOSPITALIZED WITH PNEUMONIA DUE TO COVID-19, FINDS A STUDY FROM FRANCE. AND A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL FROM CHINA SHOWS THAT HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS WITH MILD TO MODERATE PERSISTENT COVID-19 WHO RECEIVED HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE DID NOT CLEAR THE VIRUS MORE QUICKLY THAN THOSE RECEIVING STANDARD CARE. FROM HEALTH & MEDICINE NEWS — SCIENCEDAILY HTTPS://WWW.SCIENCEDAILY.COM/RELEASES/2020/05/200515174441.HTM SOURCE HTTPS://WILLIAMSCANCERINSTITUTE.BLOGSPOT.COM/2020/05/FURTHER-EVIDENCE-DOES-NOT-SUPPORT.HTML
May 14, 2020: WJTV: Mystery illness in kids linked to COVID-19 found in Mississippi
The first suspected case of a mystery illness in children, believed to be linked to COVID-19, has been reported in Mississippi.
The first suspected case of a mystery illness in children, believed to be linked to COVID-19, has been reported in Mississippi.
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MAY 12, 2020: "AS MUCH AS I RESPECT YOU, DR. FAUCI, I DON'T THINK YOU'RE THE END-ALL," RAND PAUL SAID, ADDING, "WE CAN LISTEN TO YOUR ADVICE, BUT THERE ARE PEOPLE ON THE OTHER SIDE SAYING THERE'S NOT GOING TO BE A SURGE." NOT A BRILLIANT OBSERVATION FOR PAUL BECAUSE IF YOU'RE PAYING ATTENTION WE ALREADY KNOW THAT. BUT THE PROBLEM THIS WHOLE EVENT HAS IS THAT 1)THERE WAS NEVER A PLAN FOR ANYTHING LIKE THIS ON ANY LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT.
2)EVEN AFTER A COUPLE MONTHS THERE IS STILL NOT ONE
3) A LOT OF PEOPLE DON'T CARE THEY JUST WANT TO GET BACK TO SOMETHING THEY REFER TO AS "NORMAL" (A LIFE OF BEING NOT INCONVENIENCED IT APPEARS)
4) A LOT OF PEOPLE DO CARE BUT THE DONT CARE PEOPLE ARE NOISIER TRUMP DIDNT HAVE A PLAN SO HE THREW IT TO THE GOVERNORS. THE GOVERNORS HAD NO TRAINING OR PLAN SO MOST OF THEM THREW IT TO THE CITIES AND COUNTIES, AND THEY HAD NO PLAN EITHER...BUT EVERYBODY WAS IN CHARGE OF SOMETHING THEY KNEW NOTHING ABOUT AND THE END RESULT HAS BEEN CHAOTIC, SILLY, AND DANGEROUS ALL AT THE SAME TIME.
BUSINESS INSIDER: RAND PAUL SPARS WITH DR. FAUCI DURING SENATE HEARING: 'I DON'T THINK YOU'RE THE END-ALL'
2)EVEN AFTER A COUPLE MONTHS THERE IS STILL NOT ONE
3) A LOT OF PEOPLE DON'T CARE THEY JUST WANT TO GET BACK TO SOMETHING THEY REFER TO AS "NORMAL" (A LIFE OF BEING NOT INCONVENIENCED IT APPEARS)
4) A LOT OF PEOPLE DO CARE BUT THE DONT CARE PEOPLE ARE NOISIER TRUMP DIDNT HAVE A PLAN SO HE THREW IT TO THE GOVERNORS. THE GOVERNORS HAD NO TRAINING OR PLAN SO MOST OF THEM THREW IT TO THE CITIES AND COUNTIES, AND THEY HAD NO PLAN EITHER...BUT EVERYBODY WAS IN CHARGE OF SOMETHING THEY KNEW NOTHING ABOUT AND THE END RESULT HAS BEEN CHAOTIC, SILLY, AND DANGEROUS ALL AT THE SAME TIME.
BUSINESS INSIDER: RAND PAUL SPARS WITH DR. FAUCI DURING SENATE HEARING: 'I DON'T THINK YOU'RE THE END-ALL'
“Hindsight is 2020” will be a literal phrase when future generations want a guide of what not to do
May 10, 2020: Just read this comment someone wrote: I'd rather be labeled a conspiracy theorist than a sheep!
It's too bad people settle for either. I would rather study the subject, verify & consider my sources, look at the data and then make a decision on all issues and especially on ones that may be a life and death issue for me AND others around me.
Conspiracy theorists simply follow the demands and information they get from their wolf of choice. Sheep are extremely intelligent animals capable of problem solving (or so I have read) but in the context that the author of the comment above indicated she/he meant it as someone who just stupidly follows. There's nothing wrong with being a "sheep" IF you "study the subject, verify & consider your sources, look at the data and then make a decision accordingly. Jesus referred to His followers as sheep and preached several parables likewise. Most disciples of Jesus considered the available information (scripture, etc.) and acted accordingly to follow. God gave everyone a brain and the power to reason and make intelligent decisions. Use it. --Zorek Richards
It's too bad people settle for either. I would rather study the subject, verify & consider my sources, look at the data and then make a decision on all issues and especially on ones that may be a life and death issue for me AND others around me.
Conspiracy theorists simply follow the demands and information they get from their wolf of choice. Sheep are extremely intelligent animals capable of problem solving (or so I have read) but in the context that the author of the comment above indicated she/he meant it as someone who just stupidly follows. There's nothing wrong with being a "sheep" IF you "study the subject, verify & consider your sources, look at the data and then make a decision accordingly. Jesus referred to His followers as sheep and preached several parables likewise. Most disciples of Jesus considered the available information (scripture, etc.) and acted accordingly to follow. God gave everyone a brain and the power to reason and make intelligent decisions. Use it. --Zorek Richards
MAY 7, 2020: IN AN INTERVIEW WITH THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, MILEY CYRUS ADMITTED THAT HER EXPERIENCE WITH THE CORONAVIRUS IS GOING TO BE VERY DIFFERENT THAN MOST OF OURS. “I KNOW I’M IN A UNIQUE POSITION, AND MY EXPERIENCE WITH THIS PANDEMIC IS NOT LIKE MOST EVERYONE ELSE’S IN MY COUNTRY AND AROUND THE WORLD.” “MY LIFE HAS BEEN PUSHED PAUSE ON, BUT REALLY I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THIS PANDEMIC IS LIKE,” SHE EXPLAINED. “I AM COMFORTABLE IN MY SPACE AND ABLE TO PUT FOOD ON MY TABLE AND [I AM] FINANCIALLY STABLE, AND THAT’S JUST NOT THE STORY FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE.” RELEVANT: MILEY CYRUS IS ADMITTING HER PRIVILEGE SHIELDS HER FROM THE PANDEMIC
May 6, 2020: National Review:Why Hydroxychloroquine Didn’t Turn Out to Be a Miracle Pill
Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine actually slow down parts of a patient’s immune system by “interfere with lysosomal activity and autophagy, interact with membrane stability and alter signalling pathways and transcriptional activity, which can result in inhibition of cytokine production and modulation of certain co-stimulatory molecules” — which is a jargon-heavy way of saying it makes your immune system’s cells not work as well together.
Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine actually slow down parts of a patient’s immune system by “interfere with lysosomal activity and autophagy, interact with membrane stability and alter signalling pathways and transcriptional activity, which can result in inhibition of cytokine production and modulation of certain co-stimulatory molecules” — which is a jargon-heavy way of saying it makes your immune system’s cells not work as well together.
May 1, 2020: Yahoo: No evidence of a second wave in Germany after lockdown lifted
The problem, as German government scientists have been at pains to point out, is that it’s simply too early to know anything about the effects of lifting lockdown on transmission rates — because there is no reliable data yet.
The problem, as German government scientists have been at pains to point out, is that it’s simply too early to know anything about the effects of lifting lockdown on transmission rates — because there is no reliable data yet.
Perspective: The taxes paid over a lifetime by the average
taxpayer are spent by government in about one second
taxpayer are spent by government in about one second
Apr 30, 2020: WSOTV: ‘It ain’t real’: Local pastor’s COVID-19 sermons raising eyebrows
A local pastor is raising eyebrows with his sermons amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, Pastor Gene Gouge at Liberty Baptist in Hickory has been broadcasting his message of concern across the foothills -- and he isn’t mincing his words.
A local pastor is raising eyebrows with his sermons amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, Pastor Gene Gouge at Liberty Baptist in Hickory has been broadcasting his message of concern across the foothills -- and he isn’t mincing his words.
April 28, 2020: Scientific American: Comparing COVID-19 Deaths to Flu Deaths Is like Comparing Apples to Oranges
There is some logic behind the CDC’s methods. There are, of course, some flu deaths that are missed, because not everyone who contracts the flu gets a flu test. But there are little data to support the CDC’s assumption that the number of people who die of flu each year is on average six times greater than the number of flu deaths that are actually confirmed. In fact, in the fine print, the CDC’s flu numbers also include pneumonia deaths.
There is some logic behind the CDC’s methods. There are, of course, some flu deaths that are missed, because not everyone who contracts the flu gets a flu test. But there are little data to support the CDC’s assumption that the number of people who die of flu each year is on average six times greater than the number of flu deaths that are actually confirmed. In fact, in the fine print, the CDC’s flu numbers also include pneumonia deaths.
APRIL 27, 2020: “WHEN YOU HAVE A WIDESPREAD, FAST-MOVING HEALTH CRISIS LIKE THIS, THERE ARE INEVITABLY GOING TO BE EXAMPLES OF GOVERNMENT OVERREACH,” SAID LUKE GOODRICH, A VICE PRESIDENT AT BECKET WHO ADDRESSED LEGAL QUESTIONS RAISED BY VIRUS ORDERS IN A PIECE FOR THE SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION’S PUBLIC POLICY ARM. “SOMETIMES THAT COULD BE THE RESULT OF A MALICIOUS INTENT TO RESTRICT RELIGIOUS FREEDOM,” HE ADDED. “BUT MORE OFTEN, IT’S RESULT OF A WELL-INTENTIONED BUT PERHAPS OVEREAGER EFFORT TO PROTECT PUBLIC HEALTH, COMBINED WITH LIMITED TIME, INFORMATION, EXPERTISE DEALING WITH A PANDEMIC.” CRUX: RELIGIOUS FREEDOM ATTORNEYS PICK THEIR BATTLES AMID PANDEMIC
Apr 18, 2020: As long as there are governments, there will be conspiracy theories against them. That much I know; and even, to some extent, begrudgingly accept. But what has surprised me is the amount of conspiracy theories being spread by fellow Christians. The same friends who decry the media for “fake news” are the ones sharing these off-the-wall theories about who started the pandemic and why.
I have no idea why, but suddenly Bill Gates has turned from Microsoft geek to harbinger of apocalyptic doom. Also, this virus is a lie, the bodies are fake, and hospitals are covering it all up (to name a few of the more scandalous theories that come across my feed).
They say dead men tell no tales, but the massive increase in funerals form a chorus of the dead crying out: “This virus is real; we are not fake.”
If Christ has called us to be both wise and innocent, then why am I witnessing so many of my fellow Christians sharing such conspiratorial, unproven, unverified (and unverifiable), drivel? I use harsh words because we Christians should be about sharing truth, not spreading gossip and lies. --Joseph Hamrick Greenville Herald-Banner SOMETHING TO CONSIDER: God calls us to wisdom, not conspiracy theories
I have no idea why, but suddenly Bill Gates has turned from Microsoft geek to harbinger of apocalyptic doom. Also, this virus is a lie, the bodies are fake, and hospitals are covering it all up (to name a few of the more scandalous theories that come across my feed).
They say dead men tell no tales, but the massive increase in funerals form a chorus of the dead crying out: “This virus is real; we are not fake.”
If Christ has called us to be both wise and innocent, then why am I witnessing so many of my fellow Christians sharing such conspiratorial, unproven, unverified (and unverifiable), drivel? I use harsh words because we Christians should be about sharing truth, not spreading gossip and lies. --Joseph Hamrick Greenville Herald-Banner SOMETHING TO CONSIDER: God calls us to wisdom, not conspiracy theories
APR 2, 2020: THE FIRST THING THE CROSS HAS TO SAY TO US IN THIS TIME IS THIS: GOD’S WRATH IS NOT AIMED AT US. AS SOMEONE WISE ONCE SAID, GOD’S NOT MAD AT YOU. IT’S AN OLD, OLD HUMAN REFLEX TO LOOK AT THE WRECKAGE LEFT IN THE WAKE OF NATURAL DISASTERS SUCH AS COVID-19 AND SEE THE WRATH OF GOD (OR THE GODS). BUT IN THE CROSS, THE WRATH OF GOD IS ALREADY ACCOUNTED FOR. GOD’S WRATH FOR US WAS TAKEN ON BY GOD HIMSELF, SPENT ON THE CROSS FOR OUR SALVATION. GOD DIDN’T KEEP AN EMERGENCY FUND OF WRATH LEFT OVER FOR WHEN WE GOT OUT OF HAND. JESUS SAID ON THE CROSS, “IT IS FINISHED.” AND IT IS. THIS PANDEMIC IS WITHIN THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD, BUT IT IS NOT AN ACT OF SPITE, BECAUSE THERE IS NOT SPITE IN GOD. KEY LIFE: THE CROSS IN THE AGE OF COVID-19
Apr 2, 2020: Z-NOTE: The source of the article comes from "Sermo." Sermo states on its methodology and reporting that "The Barometer reports new medical and market research that has yet to be evaluated and so should not be used to guide clinical practice" and something the NY Post author failed to disclose. And the NY Post article is from April 2. Sermo information here: https://www.sermo.com/methodology/
New York Post: Hydroxychloroquine rated ‘most effective’ coronavirus treatment, poll of doctors finds
New York Post: Hydroxychloroquine rated ‘most effective’ coronavirus treatment, poll of doctors finds
Apr 2, 2020: ....the coronavirus pandemic has delivered a message that this world is not and will never be the paradise that secular men and women have wanted it to be. For all our technological advance and economic development, the world remains cursed by a plague that originates in sin. Reformation 21: Does Christianity Have an Answer?
If you are looking for ways to help vulnerable children during the coronavirus crisis, consider providing “wraparound” care to foster families. There are almost a half-million children in foster care in the U.S., and the parents providing temporary care, love and security to these children could use support.
“Helping those parents who have been called to be foster parents is a rewarding experience,” said Dr. Jerry T. Haag, CFP®, president and CEO of One More Child. “God is always making a new path for children facing hard circumstances, and you can be a part of the healing by helping parents who have been called to foster parenting.” Relevant Magazine: Don’t Forget Foster Families During the Coronavirus Lockdown
“Helping those parents who have been called to be foster parents is a rewarding experience,” said Dr. Jerry T. Haag, CFP®, president and CEO of One More Child. “God is always making a new path for children facing hard circumstances, and you can be a part of the healing by helping parents who have been called to foster parenting.” Relevant Magazine: Don’t Forget Foster Families During the Coronavirus Lockdown
March 31, 2020: National Interest: Mistake: Trump's Evangelical Allies Ignore Science When It Comes To Coronavirus
Some of these religious leaders may become more emboldened by President Donald Trump’s recent comments. Trump said he wanted to have the U.S. economy back on track and Christian churches packed on Easter, before reluctantly taking the advice of U.S. health officials and extending social isolation at least through the month of April. Fox News anchor Bill Hemmer called this vision of Americans in churches an “American resurrection.”
Some of these religious leaders may become more emboldened by President Donald Trump’s recent comments. Trump said he wanted to have the U.S. economy back on track and Christian churches packed on Easter, before reluctantly taking the advice of U.S. health officials and extending social isolation at least through the month of April. Fox News anchor Bill Hemmer called this vision of Americans in churches an “American resurrection.”
Mar 27, 2020: “It’s the light, I believe, that’s gonna dissolve the situation,” she said. “I think God’s in this, I really do. I think he’s trying to hold us up to the light so we can see ourselves and see each other through the eyes of love. And I hope we learn that lesson.”
“I think that when this passes, we’re gonna all be better people,” the beloved 74-year-old singer continued. “So I know that I have a positive attitude about it, as negative as it seems to be right now. So just keep the faith. Don’t be too scared. It’s gonna be alright. God loves us.” Faithwire: Dolly Parton Shares ‘Lesson’ She Believes God Might Be Teaching Us Through the Coronavirus Pandemic
“I think that when this passes, we’re gonna all be better people,” the beloved 74-year-old singer continued. “So I know that I have a positive attitude about it, as negative as it seems to be right now. So just keep the faith. Don’t be too scared. It’s gonna be alright. God loves us.” Faithwire: Dolly Parton Shares ‘Lesson’ She Believes God Might Be Teaching Us Through the Coronavirus Pandemic