French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Wednesday, March 31, that the country was entering a new national lockdown following public frustration over how his government has been handling the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Before Macron’s announcement, around a third of the population of France was living under “light” lockdown measures, including the Greater Paris metropolitan area. This lockdown prevented … Continue reading France enters third NATIONAL LOCKDOWN since the coronavirus pandemic began
If lockdowns and masks really are necessary to protect lives, then why isn’t everyone in Florida and Texas already DEAD?
Back when Florida, followed by Texas, first announced that lockdowns and face masks would no longer be “mandated” in order to “flatten the curve” of the Wuhan coronavirus (Covid-19), the mainstream media and most Democrats pitched a fit about how people would soon be dropping dead in the streets. The exact opposite ended up happening, it turns … Continue reading If lockdowns and masks really are necessary to protect lives, then why isn’t everyone in Florida and Texas already DEAD?
15-year-old Welsh boy hangs himself following coronavirus lockdown struggle
A 15-year-old boy in the town of Treorchy in Wales committed suicide after struggling to cope amid the U.K.’s coronavirus lockdown. Kian Southway posted a message on Snapchat saying “Goodbye everyone” before hanging himself in late March 2020. Despite his family’s intervention and medical treatment, Kian died four days after the suicide attempt. Kian’s parents described him … Continue reading 15-year-old Welsh boy hangs himself following coronavirus lockdown struggle
Elon Musk turns down coronavirus vaccine, claims pandemic “diminished his faith in humanity”
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said he does not plan to get vaccinated against the Wuhan coronavirus. He said during a September 2020 podcast interview that he does not need a vaccine as he and his family are “not at risk.” The 49-year-old SpaceX founder also slammed large-scale lockdowns as a “grave mistake.” Musk remarked that the pandemic … Continue reading Elon Musk turns down coronavirus vaccine, claims pandemic “diminished his faith in humanity”
Extended coronavirus lockdown making London’s rat infestation worse
Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdowns are worsening London’s rat infestation. The disappearance of the garbage dumps they used to scavenge in inner cities has used them further from their usual habitats and caused them to start appearing in people’s homes. Members of the British Pest Control Association (BPCA), which represents hundreds of pest control workers in the United … Continue reading Extended coronavirus lockdown making London’s rat infestation worse
No coronavirus outbreaks linked to crowded beaches, says infectious disease expert
Thousands of people flocked to beaches across the United Kingdom last summer to relax and soak up the sun, prompting concerns of COVID-19 “superspreader” events. But crowded beaches do not spread COVID-19. That is what Mark Woolhouse, an infectious disease specialist from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, told Members of Parliament (MPs) on the House of Commons Science and … Continue reading No coronavirus outbreaks linked to crowded beaches, says infectious disease expert
“If lockdown were a drug, it wouldn’t be approved,” says UK medical researcher – lockdowns do more harm than good
In an op-ed published by the Daily Mail, British medical researcher and oncologist Angus Dalgleish argued that the United Kingdom should not entertain the notion of a second national lockdown as a means of fighting against the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19). Dalgleish argues that, if a lockdown were a drug, it would not be approved by British regulatory authorities … Continue reading “If lockdown were a drug, it wouldn’t be approved,” says UK medical researcher – lockdowns do more harm than good
Hague court declares Dutch coronavirus lockdowns “illegitimate, far-reaching violation”
A top court in The Hague issued a “shock” ruling the other day condemning The Netherlands for its sweeping Wuhan coronavirus (Covid-19) curfew restrictions. Said restrictions “must be lifted immediately,” the court said, because they are an abuse of power that violates freedom of movement and assembly. This decision comes after weeks of fierce protests throughout The Netherlands, … Continue reading Hague court declares Dutch coronavirus lockdowns “illegitimate, far-reaching violation”
Germany keeps lockdown in place even as the government receives intense criticism from business organizations
German businesses and trade organizations are strongly criticizing the government of Chancellor Angela Merkel its decision to extend the country’s Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown, despite the objections from the country’s private sector. “Businesses are growing increasingly desperate and angry,” said Guido Zollick, head of the German Hotel and Restaurant Association. “More and more fear for their existence.” Zollick spoke … Continue reading Germany keeps lockdown in place even as the government receives intense criticism from business organizations
Florida Gov. DeSantis is keeping the state OPEN, protecting the freedoms and economic prosperity of Floridians
While many other states are still closed for business due to fears about the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19), Florida is mostly open thanks to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ “we’ve got your back” initiative. Rather than try to restrict the constitutional rights of Floridians, DeSantis is doubling down on respecting the fact that government has no business imposing any … Continue reading Florida Gov. DeSantis is keeping the state OPEN, protecting the freedoms and economic prosperity of Floridians
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 