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August 2024

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Minister Kubayi COVID-19 vaccine is voluntary

Summary Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi of South Africa reiterated that receiving the COVID-19 vaccine is voluntary. This stance aligns with the government’s approach to respect individual choice while encouraging vaccination to achieve herd immunity. The minister emphasised the importance of vaccination for public health and safety but confirmed that there would be no legal mandate forcing […]

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Language Log Merriam Webster gives vaccine new definition

Summary The document discusses the change in the definition of the word “vaccine” by Merriam-Webster. The updated definition now includes not only traditional vaccines, which introduce a weakened or killed pathogen to stimulate immunity, but also new mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines that work by instructing cells to produce a protein triggering an immune response. This redefinition

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Israeli study of breakthrough infections following vaccination

Summary The Israeli study examines breakthrough infections in immunocompromised individuals following full vaccination with the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. The research reveals that despite full vaccination, immunocompromised patients exhibit a higher incidence of breakthrough infections compared to the general population. The study underscores the need for additional protective measures and potentially booster doses for this vulnerable

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Evaluation: Safety of C-19 vaccines

Summary The document titled “Evaluation of the Safety of COVID-19 Vaccines: Rapid Review” examines the safety profiles of various COVID-19 vaccines through a comprehensive review of existing clinical trials, real-world data, and adverse event reports. It highlights the overall safety of vaccines while acknowledging the occurrence of rare but serious adverse effects. The review emphasises

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COVID-19 Dr Chetty 8th Day Therapy

Summary Dr. Chetty’s document on COVID-19 treatment focuses on the importance of addressing the immune response, specifically on the 8th day of infection when symptoms can worsen due to immune dysregulation. He emphasises the need for early treatment to prevent severe outcomes and suggests a therapy protocol involving antihistamines, corticosteroids, and anticoagulants. His approach is

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COVID-19 VACCINE Acceptance of Liability by Employer

Summary The document outlines a form for employees to request their employer’s acceptance of liability for any adverse effects caused by a mandated COVID-19 vaccination. It includes sections for the employer to acknowledge responsibility for medical expenses, loss of income, and other related costs should the employee suffer harm from the vaccine. The form also

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CDC issue lab alert on PCR tests

Summary The Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) granted in the US in February 2020 for the experimental CDC SARS-CoV-2 test is being withdrawn due to major concerns about the accuracy of PCR COVID tests, especially in government contract laboratories like the UK Lighthouse labs. These labs have been criticised for their poor quality, with reports of

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C-19 Vaccine South Africa Fund To Protect Pharm Companies

Summary South Africa’s introduction of the Covid-19 Vaccine Injury No-Fault Compensation Scheme aims to shield pharmaceutical companies from liability related to coronavirus vaccines, making the country more appealing for vaccine deals. Despite challenges in the vaccine rollout, the scheme, published by the Department of Health on April 15, 2021, includes a panel led by a

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Dr Jessica Rose Adverse Events of mRNA Covid-19 products

Summary Jessica, an expert in applied mathematics, immunology, computational biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry, attests to her competence in testifying on the matters outlined. With a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics, a Master of Science in Medicine in Immunology, a PhD in Computational Biology, and two post-doctoral degrees, Jessica has published multiple studies on

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SARU Letter From SA Doctors

Summary We represent a group of concerned citizens, including medical and legal professionals, addressing this letter to challenge your vaccination policy. We assert that SARS CoV-2 poses minimal risk to healthy young people, with natural immunity proving more effective than vaccine-induced immunity. Despite extensive medical evidence and high natural immunity rates, your policy incorrectly treats

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