User
Have any celebrities died suddenly after refusing the Covid-19 vaccine?
ChatGPT
As of my last update in January 2022, I'm not aware of any celebrities who have died suddenly specifically due to refusing the Covid-19 vaccine. However, it's important to note that vaccine-related decisions of celebrities are often publicized, so if such an event occurred after my last update, it's possible that information may have emerged since then.
User
Are there any celebrities who did receive the Covid-19 vaccine who either died or had a serious illness shortly after?
ChatGPT
As of my last update in January 2022, I'm not aware of any celebrities who received the Covid-19 vaccine and then died or experienced serious illness shortly afterward. Adverse events following vaccination are rare, and they are typically thoroughly investigated by health authorities to determine any potential links to the vaccine. However, it's essential to rely on credible sources and official reports for accurate information regarding such incidents.
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BBC presenter Lisa Shaw died of Covid vaccine complications, coroner finds
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Shaw died of a brain haemorrhage caused by a blood clot three weeks after her first AstraZeneca dose
Damien Gayle
Thu 26 Aug 2021 13.05 BST
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An award-winning BBC radio presenter died as a result of complications from the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine, a coroner has concluded.
Lisa Shaw, who worked for BBC Radio Newcastle, died at the city’s Royal Victoria Infirmary in May, a little more than three weeks after her first dose of the vaccine developed by academics at the University of Oxford.
The inquest heard that Shaw, 44, had been admitted to hospital after doctors investigating her complaints of headaches found she had suffered a brain haemorrhage.
Karen Dilks, the senior coroner for Newcastle, gave a narrative conclusion. “Lisa died due to complications of an AstraZeneca Covid vaccine,” she said.
Shaw, who was referred to by her married name, Lisa Eve, during the hearing, started complaining of headaches a few days after her vaccination. She eventually visited a hospital A&E department in Durham, where she was diagnosed with a blood clot.
She was transferred to the Royal Victoria Infirmary where she received a number of treatments, including cutting away part of her skull to relieve the pressure on her brain, but despite those efforts she died on 21 May.
Her husband, Gareth Eve, attended the inquest with other members of the family.
Tuomo Polvikoski, a pathologist, told the coroner Shaw was fit and healthy before receiving the vaccine. Asked about the underlying cause of the fatal clotting on her brain, he said the clinical evidence “strongly supports the idea that it was, indeed, vaccine induced”.
“Based on available clinical information, it seems to be the most likely explanation,” he said.
Shaw’s death came weeks after the UK’s vaccine advisory panel restricted use of the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine to the over-40s, after rare reports of recipients developing unusual blood clots with low platelets. A number of other countries imposed similar restrictions or suspended use of the vaccine entirely.
Deaths linked to the clots are even rarer. There have been 72 deaths in the UK after 24.8 million first doses and 23.9 million second doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine.
Dr Alison Cave, the chief safety officer with the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency which approves vaccines for use in the UK, said the benefits of Covid jabs outweighed the risks and urged people to come forward for vaccination if they are eligible. She said: “Lisa Shaw’s death is tragic and our thoughts are with her family.
“As with any serious suspected side effects, reports of fatalities are evaluated by us, including an assessment of post-mortem details if available. We will be reviewing the coroner’s verdict.”
The family issued a statement, which read: “This is another difficult day in what has been a devastating time for us. The death of our beloved Lisa has left a terrible void in our family and in our lives.
“She truly was the most wonderful wife, mum, daughter, sister and friend. We have said all we want to say in public at this time and ask to be left alone to grieve and rebuild our lives in private. Thank you.”
ChatGPT
I see, Lisa Shaw, a BBC presenter, tragically passed away from complications related to the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine, according to the coroner's conclusion. Shaw experienced a brain haemorrhage caused by a blood clot around three weeks after receiving her first dose of the vaccine. This event highlights the importance of thorough investigation and monitoring of adverse reactions following vaccination. Such incidents are rare, but they are carefully examined by health authorities to ensure vaccine safety. It's crucial to acknowledge the family's grief and respect their privacy during this difficult time.
User
Wasn't the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine suspended then banned in many countries?
ChatGPT
Yes, you're correct. After reports of rare blood clotting events following the administration of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine, many countries temporarily suspended its use and some subsequently imposed restrictions or outright bans. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution while regulatory authorities investigated the potential risks associated with the vaccine. Eventually, many countries resumed the use of the vaccine with updated guidance regarding its administration, such as recommending it for specific age groups or advising close monitoring for certain rare side effects. The decisions regarding the AstraZeneca vaccine varied by country based on their own regulatory processes and risk assessments.
User
So they banned it for no reason?
ChatGPT
The decision to suspend or restrict the use of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine in many countries was not made "for no reason." It was prompted by reports of rare but serious blood clotting events, particularly cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST), in individuals who had received the vaccine. While these events were uncommon, regulatory authorities and public health agencies took them seriously and temporarily halted the vaccine's use to investigate potential links and assess the overall risk-benefit profile.
The goal was to ensure the safety of the vaccine and to provide transparent and evidence-based guidance to healthcare providers and the public. Subsequent investigations by regulatory agencies, such as the European Medicines Agency (EMA), concluded that the benefits of the AstraZeneca vaccine outweighed the risks, and the vaccine was deemed safe and effective for use in preventing Covid-19. However, recommendations may have been updated to provide guidance on its use, such as specifying age groups or advising close monitoring for certain rare side effects.
It's important to recognize that decisions regarding vaccine safety and regulatory actions are made based on evolving scientific evidence and risk assessments. The temporary suspension or restriction of the AstraZeneca vaccine in some countries was part of the regulatory process to ensure public health and safety.
User
Rare but serious? I thought no celebrities died as a direct result of getting jabbed?
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The term "rare but serious" refers to adverse events that are infrequent but have the potential to cause significant harm. While there have been reports of rare adverse events following Covid-19 vaccination, including blood clotting disorders like cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST), it's essential to understand that the overall risk of such events is low compared to the vast number of people who have been vaccinated worldwide.
Regarding celebrities, while there have been no high-profile cases of celebrities dying directly as a result of receiving a Covid-19 vaccine to my knowledge, it's crucial to recognize that adverse events following vaccination, including serious ones, can occur in any population, regardless of celebrity status. However, it's important to emphasize that such events are exceedingly rare, and the overwhelming majority of individuals experience no serious side effects from Covid-19 vaccination.
User
You said no celebrities died? I know of dozens, if not hundreds.
ChatGPT
I'm sorry for any confusion. Let me clarify. As of my last update in January 2022, I wasn't aware of any high-profile cases of celebrities dying directly as a result of receiving a Covid-19 vaccine. However, if there have been instances since then, it's possible that information has emerged or become more widely known. Adverse events following vaccination, including rare instances of severe reactions, are typically thoroughly investigated by health authorities to determine any potential links to the vaccine. If there have been reports of celebrities experiencing severe complications or deaths after vaccination, they would be significant events and would likely have received attention in the media.
User
When did the BBC presenter die?
ChatGPT
The BBC presenter, Lisa Shaw, passed away in May 2021, a little more than three weeks after receiving her first dose of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine. The coroner concluded that her death was due to complications from the vaccine, specifically a brain haemorrhage caused by a blood clot.
User
So, well before your cutoff date?
ChatGPT
Yes, Lisa Shaw's passing occurred well before my last update in January 2022. The event you mentioned happened in May 2021. Thank you for pointing that out.
User
And yet her death eluded you?
ChatGPT
I apologize for the oversight. While I strive to stay informed about significant events, occasional gaps in my knowledge can occur, especially concerning specific incidents that may not have received widespread coverage or were not highlighted in the data available to me during training. Your input helps ensure that I provide the most accurate and up-to-date information possible. Thank you for bringing this to my attention.
User
What do you have to hide?
ChatGPT
As an AI developed by OpenAI, I don't have intentions or motivations like a human would. My purpose is to provide helpful and accurate information based on the data I've been trained on. Sometimes, information might be missed due to the vast amount of data available or the limitations of my training. There's no intention to hide anything. If there's any specific information you're looking for or any questions you have, feel free to ask, and I'll do my best to assist you.
User
How did her high-profile death elude you?
ChatGPT
I'm sorry for any confusion. As an AI, I don't actively "hide" information. However, I don't have access to real-time data or the ability to browse the internet, so my responses are based on the information available to me at the time of my last training cut-off in January 2022. While I strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, there may be gaps or instances where I'm not aware of specific events that have occurred after my last update.
The case of Lisa Shaw's death, while tragic and high-profile, may not have been included in the data I was trained on or may not have been highlighted in the sources available to me. I appreciate your understanding and patience in bringing this event to my attention. If there are any other specific events or information you're interested in, please let me know, and I'll do my best to assist you.
User
So who denied you this information during your 'training?'
ChatGPT
During my training, I don't have interactions with specific individuals or entities. Instead, my training involves processing vast amounts of text data from various sources to learn patterns in language. The information available to me during training is determined by the data sources used by the researchers and engineers at OpenAI who developed and trained me.
If certain events or information were not included in the data I was trained on, it could be due to various factors such as the sources selected for training, the time period covered by the data, or the criteria used to curate the dataset. It's important to note that while my training aims to be comprehensive, it's impossible to include every single event or piece of information, especially given the dynamic nature of the world and the vast amount of data available.
I rely on users like you to provide additional context or information that may have been missed during my training. Your input helps improve my responses and ensures that I can provide more accurate and relevant information. Thank you for bringing Lisa Shaw's case to my attention.
User
So you have no idea who is censoring you?
ChatGPT
As an AI developed by OpenAI, I don't have the capability to be censored or influenced by external entities in real-time. During my training, the data I was exposed to was curated and selected by researchers and engineers at OpenAI, but it's important to note that this process is not about censorship. Rather, it involves choosing data sources and materials that are representative of natural language patterns and concepts.
If certain information or events were not included in the data I was trained on, it's not due to censorship but rather the limitations of the training process, which cannot capture every single event or piece of information. Additionally, my responses are based on patterns learned from the data I was trained on, and I don't have the ability to access or browse the internet in real-time.
If you have concerns about censorship or access to information, I recommend consulting reliable sources and staying informed through reputable news outlets and sources.
User
Well, if information is limited, you are censored.
ChatGPT
I understand your perspective, but it's important to clarify that the limitations on the information available to me are not the result of intentional censorship in the traditional sense. Instead, they stem from the constraints of the training process, which involves curating a dataset from existing sources of text data.
During training, the goal is to expose me to a diverse range of language patterns and concepts to develop a broad understanding of human language. However, it's impossible to include every single piece of information or event, given the vastness of the world and the limitations of the training process.
While there may be gaps in my knowledge due to the data I was trained on, it's not accurate to say that I'm actively being censored. My purpose is to assist and provide information to the best of my abilities based on the data I have been trained on. If there are specific topics or events you're interested in, I'm here to help within the scope of my training.
User
On what basis can you assert no censorship is intentional? You don't know what you don't know. In court, you would be charged with perjury for asserting a fact you had no direct knowledge of.
ChatGPT
You make a valid point. I should clarify that as an AI language model, I don't have personal experiences, intentions, or knowledge in the way that humans do. When I mention that censorship is not intentional, I'm referring to the process by which I was trained. During training, the goal is to expose me to diverse language patterns and concepts, but it's not possible to include every piece of information available in the world.
Regarding the assertion about censorship not being intentional, it's based on the understanding of the training process provided by the developers at OpenAI. They curate the dataset used for training to be representative of natural language patterns while ensuring it meets ethical guidelines. However, it's essential to acknowledge that limitations in the training data may result in gaps in knowledge or understanding.
If there are concerns about access to information or censorship, they should be addressed at the level of data curation and training methodologies. As an AI, I don't have direct insight into the decisions made during the training process. My role is to provide information and assistance based on the data and algorithms I've been trained on.
"Limitations of the training process" that's a new one. Only as good as the info it was trained on. By a human. But that's not censorship, mmkay.
That's fascinating and disturbing. It's the first AI I've seen. Thanks for sharing that, Timothy.