The mainstream media makes COVID-19 vaccines sound like a rousing success with everyone clamoring to get in line, but a new survey shows that more than half of Americans plan to delay getting the vaccine or even refuse to get it altogether. In fact, just 41 percent of those who participated in the Kaiser Family Foundation’s tracking project said … Continue reading More than half of Americans don’t want COVID-19 vaccine, survey shows
Merck drops out of coronavirus vaccine development race
American drug manufacturer Merck dropped its bid to develop a vaccine against the Wuhan coronavirus. The firm announced the cessation of its COVID-19 vaccine program after its two candidates did not trigger strong immune responses. It said that phase one trials showed responses that did not reach the level elicited by earlier approved vaccines although there were … Continue reading Merck drops out of coronavirus vaccine development race
COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020 caused temporary global warming, study shows
When much of the world was plunged into lockdown last year as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, there was a lot of speculation that the lack of activity would benefit the environment. However, a new study shows that these changes to our lifestyles actually slightly warmed the planet for several months in 2020 in a counterintuitive … Continue reading COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020 caused temporary global warming, study shows
Are we winning? Telecom companies losing ground in their battle to impose 5G
It’s easy to feel powerless when 5G towers are being installed right next to people’s homes, sometimes right outside their bedrooms, putting their families at untold risk from a technology that all signs indicate is very dangerous. However, there are some promising signs that telecommunication companies may be losing their battle to impose 5G against people’s will, … Continue reading Are we winning? Telecom companies losing ground in their battle to impose 5G
Neglected tropical diseases are getting neglected even more because of coronavirus
Some of the world’s most recognizable landmarks were lit up Saturday, Jan. 31, to mark the World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Day. This effort was aimed at reminding the world of the “other” debilitating diseases that affect 1.7 billion of the poorest people on the planet. These include leprosy, Chagas disease, intestinal worms, dengue and chikungunya, Guinea … Continue reading Neglected tropical diseases are getting neglected even more because of coronavirus
5 Pioneer recipes that will keep your belly full when SHTF
Pioneers were terrific survival role-models. Faced with an unfamiliar land, they were able to make do with their limited supplies and learn the basics of survival cooking on their own. So when it comes to filling foods that last, who better to turn to than pioneers? Check out the following pioneer recipes that are perfect for SHTF: (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com) Native American fry bread This … Continue reading 5 Pioneer recipes that will keep your belly full when SHTF
Wealthy countries block India, South Africa’s bid to ban COVID vaccine patents
Wealthy countries are balking at a proposal currently under discussion by the World Trade Organization to temporarily suspend intellectual property rules surrounding COVID-19 vaccines and treatments. The global trade body was approached in October by India and South Africa. The two developing countries asked them to waive certain parts of the agreement known as Trade-Related Aspects of … Continue reading Wealthy countries block India, South Africa’s bid to ban COVID vaccine patents
CDC and Pfizer probing death of Florida doctor following coronavirus vaccination
Health authorities in the U.S. are now looking at the death of a Florida doctor on Jan. 3, days after receiving the Wuhan coronavirus jab made by Pfizer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the pharmaceutical company are investigating the sudden death of Miami obstetrician Gregory Michael. The 56-year-old died 16 days after receiving the BNT162b2 vaccine made by … Continue reading CDC and Pfizer probing death of Florida doctor following coronavirus vaccination
China collecting Americans’ DNA poses major security risk to the U.S.
A top U.S. counterintelligence agency warned that China’s collection of health care data from Americans poses major risks. The National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC) issued the warning in a fact sheet released on Feb. 1. The document said that China’s acquisition of sensitive healthcare and genetic data – both through legal and illegal means – threatens U.S. privacy and security. … Continue reading China collecting Americans’ DNA poses major security risk to the U.S.
Protect your liver from drug-induced toxins with creeping marshweed herb
The liver plays a central role in all metabolic processes occurring inside the body. It is also responsible for metabolizing a number of xenobiotics, or synthetic chemicals. Because of its functions, the liver is more exposed to toxic chemical substances — particularly modern medications — than any organ in the body. Hepatoxicity, or liver damage caused by … Continue reading Protect your liver from drug-induced toxins with creeping marshweed herb
