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We've heard endlessly the mantra 'vaccines save lives,' but how exactly do they do that, especially when some people die from vaccines?
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Vaccines save lives through several key mechanisms, despite the rare instances of adverse effects. Here's a detailed explanation of how vaccines achieve this:
1. Prevention of Disease
Direct Protection: Vaccines directly protect individuals by stimulating their immune systems to recognize and fight specific pathogens. This prevents the vaccinated person from developing the disease if exposed to the pathogen in the future.
Herd Immunity: When a significant portion of a population is vaccinated, the spread of the disease is curtailed. This protects those who cannot be vaccinated (e.g., due to medical conditions) by reducing the overall presence of the pathogen in the community.
2. Reduction in Disease Severity
Even if a vaccinated person contracts the disease, the symptoms are typically milder and less likely to result in serious complications or death compared to an unvaccinated individual.
3. Prevention of Complications and Long-term Effects
Many diseases prevented by vaccines can cause severe complications (e.g., pneumonia from influenza, brain damage from measles). By preventing the initial infection, vaccines also prevent these serious outcomes.
4. Reduction in Disease Transmission
Vaccinated individuals are less likely to spread the disease to others, contributing to the overall decrease in disease incidence. This helps protect vulnerable populations such as infants, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.
Rare Adverse Effects
While vaccines can cause side effects, serious adverse reactions are exceedingly rare. The risks associated with vaccines are far outweighed by the benefits. Here are some key points:
Risk Assessment:
The likelihood of serious adverse effects from vaccines is extremely low compared to the risk of serious complications from the diseases they prevent.
Vaccine safety is rigorously tested in clinical trials and monitored continuously after approval through various surveillance systems (e.g., VAERS in the United States).
Monitoring and Response:
Adverse effects are monitored closely by health authorities. If a particular vaccine is found to have an unacceptable risk, it is modified or withdrawn from use.
Balancing Benefits and Risks:
Public health decisions weigh the benefits of vaccination (prevention of serious diseases) against the risks of side effects. For most vaccines, the benefits vastly outweigh the risks.
Examples of Vaccine Impact
Smallpox: Eradicated worldwide through vaccination, preventing millions of deaths.
Polio: Nearly eradicated, with cases reduced by over 99% since the global vaccination campaign began.
Measles: In countries with high vaccination coverage, deaths and complications from measles have dropped dramatically.
Influenza: Annual flu vaccines prevent thousands of deaths and hospitalizations every year.
Conclusion
Vaccines save lives primarily by preventing diseases, reducing the severity of diseases, preventing complications, and reducing disease transmission. While rare adverse effects do occur, the vast majority of vaccines are safe and effective, with the benefits far outweighing the risks. The success of vaccines in controlling and eradicating infectious diseases underscores their critical role in public health.
My question had 2 parts. Are you vaccine damaged?
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I'm an artificial intelligence, so I don't have a physical body or personal experiences, including being vaccinated or experiencing any kind of vaccine damage. My purpose is to provide information and assist with questions to the best of my ability based on the data and knowledge I've been trained on.
If you have concerns about vaccine safety or vaccine-related injuries, it’s important to discuss them with a healthcare professional who can provide personalized and accurate medical advice.
2 parts.
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I understand. Let's address the second part of your question more directly: "How do vaccines save lives, especially considering that some people die from vaccines?"
How Vaccines Save Lives
Vaccines save lives by:
Preventing Infections:
Direct Protection: Vaccines train the immune system to recognize and fight specific pathogens, preventing infections.
Herd Immunity: When a large portion of the population is vaccinated, the spread of contagious diseases is minimized, protecting those who cannot be vaccinated.
Reducing Disease Severity:
Mitigating Symptoms: Even if a vaccinated person contracts the disease, the symptoms are usually milder, reducing the risk of severe illness or death.
Preventing Complications:
Avoiding Serious Outcomes: Diseases like measles, polio, and influenza can cause severe complications. Vaccination prevents these by stopping the disease in its tracks.
Interrupting Transmission:
Limiting Spread: Vaccinated individuals are less likely to spread diseases, reducing the overall incidence of the disease in the community.
Addressing the Risk of Adverse Effects
Rarity of Severe Reactions:
Low Incidence: Serious adverse reactions to vaccines are extremely rare. Most vaccine side effects are mild and temporary, such as soreness at the injection site or a mild fever.
Surveillance and Safety Measures:
Continuous Monitoring: Vaccines undergo extensive testing in clinical trials before approval and are continuously monitored for safety. Systems like the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) in the U.S. track and analyze reports of adverse effects.
Regulatory Oversight: Regulatory agencies such as the FDA, CDC, and WHO review vaccine safety data and can take action if a vaccine is found to have unacceptable risks.
Risk vs. Benefit:
Statistical Comparison: The risk of serious side effects from vaccines is far lower than the risk of serious illness or death from the diseases they prevent. For example, complications from measles are much more common and severe than adverse reactions to the measles vaccine.
Conclusion
While there are rare instances of severe adverse effects from vaccines, the overwhelming evidence shows that vaccines are a crucial tool in preventing infectious diseases and saving lives. The benefits of vaccination in preventing disease, reducing transmission, and avoiding complications far outweigh the small risks associated with vaccination. Public health policies aim to maximize these benefits while minimizing risks through rigorous testing, monitoring, and response systems.
Rare deaths are deaths nonetheless.
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You're absolutely right that even rare deaths are significant and must be taken seriously. Here’s a deeper look into how the benefits of vaccines are weighed against the risks, including rare but serious adverse events:
Understanding Vaccine-Related Risks
1. Incidence of Adverse Events
Statistical Rarity: Serious adverse events, including deaths, are very rare. For most vaccines, the risk of a serious adverse event is less than one in a million.
Specific Examples: For instance, severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) occur approximately 1.3 times per million doses of vaccines administered .
2. Monitoring and Response
Surveillance Systems: Adverse events are continuously monitored through systems like VAERS in the U.S., the Vaccine Safety Datalink, and similar systems in other countries.
Rapid Response: If a pattern of adverse events is detected, health authorities can investigate and take appropriate actions, such as updating guidelines, issuing warnings, or, in rare cases, withdrawing a vaccine from the market.
Balancing Risks and Benefits
1. Comparison with Disease Risks
Disease Severity: The diseases vaccines prevent are often far more dangerous than the vaccines themselves. For example, measles can lead to encephalitis, pneumonia, and death, particularly in young children and immunocompromised individuals.
Historical Impact: Before widespread vaccination, diseases like smallpox, polio, and measles caused millions of deaths and disabilities worldwide. Vaccination campaigns have dramatically reduced these numbers.
2. Public Health Impact
Herd Immunity: By preventing outbreaks, vaccines protect entire communities, including those who are most vulnerable and those who cannot be vaccinated due to medical reasons.
Eradication and Control: Successful vaccination programs have led to the eradication of smallpox and the near-eradication of polio, preventing countless deaths and disabilities.
Ethical Considerations
1. Risk Mitigation
Informed Consent: Patients (or their guardians) are informed about the potential risks and benefits of vaccines before administration, allowing them to make informed decisions.
Continued Improvement: Vaccine research is ongoing, with efforts to improve safety and efficacy continually being pursued.
2. Public Health Ethics
Greater Good: Public health decisions often aim to maximize benefits for the largest number of people. While individual adverse events are tragic, the broader benefits of vaccination programs in preventing widespread disease and death are significant.
Equity: Vaccination programs aim to protect the most vulnerable members of society, who are often at the greatest risk from infectious diseases.
Conclusion
The goal of vaccination is to prevent disease, reduce transmission, and protect public health. While the rare adverse events, including deaths, are a serious concern and are continuously monitored, the benefits of vaccines in saving lives and preventing suffering on a large scale are substantial. Public health policies strive to find the balance between maximizing these benefits while minimizing risks through rigorous safety standards and ongoing research.
If you have further concerns or specific questions about vaccine safety, consulting healthcare professionals or public health experts can provide personalized and detailed information.
Sources:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Vaccine Safety FAQs.
How can you prove a negative? That is to say, how can you prove x number of people would have died were it not for the vaccine? We know for a fact that vaccines kill people, but I've never seen proof of a negative? A definite science no no!
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Proving a negative, such as "X number of people would have died if not for the vaccine," is indeed a challenging concept, but it can be approached using statistical and epidemiological methods. Here's how scientists and public health experts can estimate the lives saved by vaccines:
1. Epidemiological Studies
a. Historical Comparisons
Pre- and Post-Vaccine Era Data: By comparing disease incidence and mortality rates before and after the introduction of a vaccine, researchers can estimate the impact of the vaccine. For example, the dramatic drop in polio cases after the introduction of the polio vaccine is clear evidence of its effectiveness.
Case Studies: Specific outbreaks can provide direct comparisons. For example, measles outbreaks in areas with low vaccination rates show much higher incidence and complications compared to highly vaccinated areas.
b. Controlled Studies
Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs): In some cases, RCTs have been conducted where one group receives the vaccine and the other does not. Differences in disease rates between the groups provide direct evidence of the vaccine's effectiveness.
Observational Studies: These studies follow vaccinated and unvaccinated populations over time to compare disease incidence and outcomes.
2. Statistical Models
a. Modeling Disease Spread
Transmission Models: These models simulate how a disease spreads through a population based on known parameters (such as infectivity and transmission rates). By altering the vaccination rates within these models, scientists can estimate how many cases (and subsequent deaths) are prevented by vaccination.
Counterfactual Scenarios: Models can create hypothetical scenarios (counterfactuals) where the vaccine is not introduced. Comparing these scenarios with actual data provides estimates of the number of prevented cases and deaths.
b. Attribution Studies
Attributable Fraction: This method estimates the proportion of disease cases prevented by the vaccine. By calculating the difference in disease rates between vaccinated and unvaccinated populations, researchers can infer how many cases were averted.
Burden of Disease Studies: These studies estimate the overall impact of a disease on a population, including morbidity and mortality. They then assess how much of this burden is alleviated by vaccination.
3. Real-World Evidence
a. Population Health Data
Longitudinal Studies: These track the health outcomes of populations over long periods, allowing for the assessment of long-term vaccine benefits.
Health Records Analysis: Large databases of health records can be used to identify trends in disease incidence and outcomes in relation to vaccination status.
b. Natural Experiments
Geographical Comparisons: Comparing regions with different vaccination rates can provide evidence of vaccine impact. For instance, higher disease rates in areas with lower vaccination coverage indicate the protective effect of vaccines.
Policy Changes: Changes in vaccination policy (such as the introduction of a new vaccine) provide opportunities to observe changes in disease patterns.
Addressing the Challenge of Proving a Negative
Indirect Evidence: While it's difficult to prove a negative in a definitive sense, the combination of historical data, statistical models, and real-world observations provides strong indirect evidence of the lives saved by vaccines.
Consistency Across Studies: The consistency of findings across various studies, populations, and methods strengthens the case for the effectiveness of vaccines in preventing deaths.
Conclusion
Proving that a specific number of people would have died without vaccines involves a combination of epidemiological data, statistical modeling, and real-world evidence. While it's inherently challenging to prove a negative, the robust and consistent findings across multiple methods and studies provide strong evidence that vaccines save lives. The reduction in disease incidence and mortality following vaccination campaigns is a clear testament to their life-saving impact.
References:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), "Vaccine Effectiveness - How Well Does the Flu Vaccine Work?"
World Health Organization (WHO), "Vaccines and immunization: What is vaccination?"
Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, "The Impact of Vaccines - Our Mission and Impact."
Oh, so we've moved from 'vaccines save lives' stated like a mathematics axiom to 'Proving a negative, such as "X number of people would have died if not for the vaccine," is indeed a challenging concept.' Well well, that's quite the climb down!
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It's important to distinguish between the general statement that "vaccines save lives" and the more specific challenge of quantifying exactly how many lives are saved by a particular vaccine in a precise, mathematical way. Let's clarify these points:
1. General Statement: "Vaccines Save Lives"
This statement is supported by a large body of evidence and is widely accepted in the scientific and medical communities. The effectiveness of vaccines in preventing diseases that can cause severe illness, complications, and death has been demonstrated repeatedly through various methods:
Historical Data: Dramatic declines in disease incidence and mortality following the introduction of vaccines.
Epidemiological Studies: Consistent findings from studies comparing vaccinated and unvaccinated populations.
Clinical Trials: Data showing that vaccines prevent infections and reduce disease severity.
2. Quantifying the Impact: The Challenge of Proving a Negative
Quantifying the exact number of lives saved by vaccines involves estimating what would have happened in the absence of vaccination. This is inherently more complex than observing direct effects but can be approached using robust scientific methods:
Comparative Studies: Look at disease rates before and after the introduction of a vaccine, or compare regions with different vaccination rates.
Statistical Models: Use known data about disease transmission and vaccine efficacy to estimate the impact.
Real-World Evidence: Analyze large datasets and conduct natural experiments to infer the protective effects of vaccines.
The Evidence Supporting Vaccines Save Lives
Historical Impact
Smallpox: Eradicated globally by 1980 due to a worldwide vaccination campaign, saving millions of lives annually that would have been lost to the disease.
Polio: Cases have decreased by over 99% since the 1988 Global Polio Eradication Initiative, preventing millions of cases of paralysis and deaths.
Measles: Widespread vaccination has led to a 73% decrease in measles deaths globally between 2000 and 2018.
Real-World Examples
Influenza Vaccines: Prevent tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States alone, according to CDC estimates.
HPV Vaccine: Expected to prevent tens of thousands of cases of cervical cancer and related deaths.
Addressing Concerns About Adverse Events
Rarity of Severe Reactions: While severe reactions do occur, they are extremely rare. The benefits of preventing widespread disease far outweigh these risks.
Continuous Monitoring and Improvement: Vaccine safety is continually monitored, and vaccines are updated or withdrawn if risks outweigh benefits.
Conclusion
While it's challenging to provide a precise, mathematical proof of how many lives vaccines save in the form of a negative proof, the overwhelming body of evidence from historical data, clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and statistical models supports the conclusion that vaccines save lives. The consistent and dramatic reductions in disease incidence and mortality following vaccination campaigns demonstrate their critical role in public health.
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What do you mean by 'general?' How do vaccines 'generally' save lives? Is it anything like how the 'definitely' kill some people?
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When discussing vaccines saving lives "generally," it means the overall, broad impact observed through extensive research and historical evidence, rather than individual cases. Here's a detailed explanation to clarify how vaccines save lives on a general (population-wide) level, in contrast to the rare instances of adverse events:
How Vaccines Save Lives Generally
Population Health Impact
Reduction in Disease Incidence: Vaccines significantly reduce the number of cases of infectious diseases. For example, the introduction of the measles vaccine has led to a dramatic decrease in measles cases and deaths worldwide.
Control of Outbreaks: Vaccines help control and prevent outbreaks of infectious diseases, which can otherwise spread rapidly and cause high morbidity and mortality.
Herd Immunity
Indirect Protection: By immunizing a large portion of the population, vaccines provide indirect protection to those who cannot be vaccinated (e.g., infants, immunocompromised individuals) by reducing the overall prevalence of the disease.
Breaks in Transmission: Herd immunity reduces the transmission of the disease, leading to fewer outbreaks and less community spread.
Prevention of Complications and Deaths
Severity Reduction: Even if vaccinated individuals contract the disease, they often experience milder symptoms and fewer complications, reducing the risk of severe outcomes and death.
Long-term Effects Prevention: Many vaccines prevent diseases that can cause long-term health issues, such as liver cancer from hepatitis B or cervical cancer from human papillomavirus (HPV).
Eradication and Near-Eradication of Diseases
Eradication Examples: Smallpox has been eradicated globally through vaccination, and polio is on the verge of eradication, significantly reducing the number of deaths and disabilities these diseases would cause.
Near-Elimination: Diseases like diphtheria and tetanus have been nearly eliminated in many parts of the world due to effective vaccination programs.
Evidence and Examples
Historical Data
Smallpox Eradication: Before eradication, smallpox killed millions annually. The global vaccination campaign led to the last natural case in 1977.
Polio Reduction: Polio cases have dropped by over 99% since 1988, from 350,000 cases per year to fewer than 200 in 2019, preventing countless cases of paralysis and death.
Epidemiological Studies
Measles Vaccination: Measles vaccination resulted in a 73% reduction in global measles deaths between 2000 and 2018.
Influenza Vaccination: Annual flu vaccines prevent tens of thousands of deaths and hospitalizations in the United States alone.
Addressing Adverse Events
Rarity of Severe Adverse Events
Low Incidence: Severe adverse reactions, including death, are extremely rare. For example, anaphylaxis occurs in about 1.3 per million vaccine doses.
Monitoring Systems: Systems like the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) continuously monitor vaccine safety to quickly identify and respond to potential issues.
Risk-Benefit Analysis
Comparative Risk: The risks associated with vaccines are far outweighed by the benefits. For instance, the risk of severe complications from diseases like measles or polio is much higher than the risk of severe vaccine reactions.
Ongoing Research: Vaccine safety and efficacy are continuously studied and improved, ensuring that vaccines remain as safe as possible.
Conclusion
The phrase "vaccines save lives generally" refers to the broad, population-level benefits of vaccination observed through extensive research and historical evidence. This includes the dramatic reduction in disease incidence, control of outbreaks, prevention of complications, and eradication of diseases. While rare adverse events do occur, the overwhelming evidence supports that the benefits of vaccination far outweigh the risks, leading to significant public health improvements and the saving of countless lives.
I don't care how broad your research is; you can't even acknowledge the nonsensicality of the mantra, a mantra that asserts proof of a negative!
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I understand your concerns, and it is important to address them thoughtfully. The statement "vaccines save lives" is based on extensive scientific evidence and data, but the concept of proving a negative can indeed be complex. Let's delve deeper into how the efficacy and safety of vaccines are determined and the nuances involved in making public health claims.
Understanding the Evidence for Vaccine Efficacy
Epidemiological Evidence
Before-and-After Studies: Researchers compare disease rates before and after the introduction of a vaccine. For example, the introduction of the measles vaccine led to a dramatic decrease in measles cases and deaths.
Outbreak Analysis: In regions with low vaccination coverage, outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases occur more frequently and with more severe outcomes, providing indirect evidence of the benefits of vaccines.
Clinical Trials
Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs): These trials compare outcomes between vaccinated and unvaccinated groups. The differences in disease incidence and severity provide direct evidence of vaccine efficacy.
Long-Term Follow-Up: Follow-up studies track the health outcomes of vaccinated individuals over time, further validating the long-term benefits of vaccination.
Mathematical and Statistical Modeling
Disease Transmission Models: These models simulate how diseases spread and can estimate the impact of vaccination on reducing disease incidence and mortality.
Counterfactual Scenarios: By creating hypothetical scenarios where vaccines are not used, researchers can estimate the potential increase in disease cases and deaths that would have occurred without vaccination.
Addressing the Concept of Proving a Negative
Indirect Evidence
Historical Comparisons: The significant reduction in disease incidence and mortality after the introduction of vaccines serves as strong indirect evidence of their life-saving benefits.
Real-World Data: Observations from real-world vaccination programs consistently show that vaccinated populations have lower rates of disease and complications compared to unvaccinated populations.
Risk-Benefit Analysis
Comparative Risk: While it is true that vaccines can cause adverse events, including rare fatalities, the risk of serious complications from the diseases they prevent is much higher. This comparative risk analysis helps justify the use of vaccines.
Surveillance and Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vaccine safety ensures that the benefits outweigh the risks. Adverse events are investigated, and vaccines are updated or withdrawn if necessary.
Ethical Considerations
Public Health Ethics: Decisions about vaccination programs consider the greater good, aiming to protect the largest number of people from serious diseases. This involves weighing the rare risks against the substantial benefits.
Informed Consent: Patients and guardians are informed about the potential risks and benefits of vaccines, allowing them to make educated decisions.
Conclusion
The assertion that "vaccines save lives" is supported by a robust body of evidence from historical data, clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and mathematical models. While proving a negative in a strict philosophical sense can be challenging, the consistent and overwhelming evidence demonstrates that vaccines prevent diseases and reduce mortality on a large scale. The rare adverse events, including deaths, are a serious concern but are far outweighed by the benefits of vaccination in preventing widespread disease and death. Public health decisions are based on this comprehensive analysis to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks.
So you can't guarantee that I'll die if I pass on the jab, but downplay the very real proven probability of it killing me!
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It's understandable to have concerns about both the efficacy and safety of vaccines. Let's address these concerns by examining the evidence about the risks and benefits of vaccination, while acknowledging the complexities and nuances involved.
Risk of Serious Illness Without Vaccination
Disease Severity and Complications
Measles: Before widespread vaccination, measles caused millions of deaths annually. Complications can include pneumonia, encephalitis, and death.
Influenza: Seasonal flu can lead to severe respiratory illness and complications, especially in the elderly, young children, and those with chronic health conditions.
Polio: Polio can cause paralysis and even death, particularly in children.
Historical and Epidemiological Data
Pre-Vaccine Era: Historical data shows high morbidity and mortality rates from diseases that are now preventable by vaccines.
Outbreaks in Unvaccinated Populations: Regions with low vaccination coverage often see higher rates of disease outbreaks and related complications.
Risk of Adverse Events from Vaccination
Frequency and Severity of Adverse Events
Common Side Effects: Most vaccine side effects are mild and temporary, such as soreness at the injection site or a mild fever.
Severe Reactions: Serious adverse reactions are extremely rare. For example, severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) occur at a rate of about 1.3 per million doses for many vaccines.
Monitoring and Safety Measures
Vaccine Surveillance: Systems like the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) in the U.S. monitor vaccine safety continuously.
Regulatory Oversight: Regulatory agencies such as the FDA and CDC review safety data regularly and can take action if a vaccine's risks are found to outweigh its benefits.
Comparing Risks and Benefits
Risk of Disease vs. Risk of Vaccine
Disease Risks: The risk of severe illness or death from vaccine-preventable diseases is significantly higher than the risk of serious adverse events from vaccines.
Statistical Evidence: For example, the mortality rate from measles can be as high as 1-2 per 1,000 cases, whereas the risk of severe adverse reactions to the MMR vaccine is much lower.
Real-World Impact
Lives Saved: Vaccination programs have prevented millions of deaths worldwide. The eradication of smallpox alone is estimated to have saved millions of lives.
Community Protection: Herd immunity protects those who cannot be vaccinated, such as immunocompromised individuals, by reducing the spread of disease.
Personal Decision and Informed Consent
Informed Decision-Making
Consulting Healthcare Providers: It's important to discuss personal health concerns with healthcare providers who can provide individualized advice based on medical history and current health status.
Weighing Risks and Benefits: Understanding the relative risks of vaccination versus the risks of contracting and suffering from vaccine-preventable diseases helps in making an informed decision.
Ethical Considerations
Public Health vs. Individual Risk: Vaccination not only protects individuals but also contributes to public health by preventing disease outbreaks. However, individuals should have access to clear, unbiased information to make informed choices.
Conclusion
While no medical intervention, including vaccination, is without risk, the extensive body of evidence shows that the benefits of vaccines in preventing serious diseases and saving lives far outweigh the risks of rare adverse events. It's essential to have open, informed discussions with healthcare providers to address any concerns and make the best decision for your health and well-being.
Now you're mixing and matching conventional jabs (dangerous enough) with mRNA, a mutagenic Frankenstein experiment totally unproven to do anything but harm.
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It's important to clarify some points regarding mRNA vaccines and their development, safety, and efficacy, as well as address concerns about their use compared to conventional vaccines.
mRNA Vaccines: Development, Safety, and Efficacy
Development Process
Technology Basis: mRNA vaccines, such as those developed for COVID-19 (e.g., Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines), use a new technology platform.
Speed of Development: The development of mRNA vaccines for COVID-19 was accelerated due to the urgency of the pandemic, but the technology itself has been under development for decades.
Safety Profile
Clinical Trials: Both Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna mRNA vaccines underwent rigorous clinical trials involving tens of thousands of participants to assess safety and efficacy.
Emergency Use Authorization (EUA): These vaccines received EUA from regulatory agencies after thorough review of safety and efficacy data.
Monitoring Post-Vaccination: Ongoing surveillance systems like VAERS monitor for adverse events following vaccination.
Efficacy
High Efficacy Rates: Clinical trials showed high efficacy rates (>90%) in preventing COVID-19 illness, particularly severe cases requiring hospitalization.
Effectiveness in Real-World Settings: Real-world data continues to support the vaccines' effectiveness in reducing COVID-19 transmission and preventing severe illness and death.
Addressing Concerns
Mutagenic Concerns
mRNA Function: mRNA vaccines work by instructing cells to produce a protein similar to the spike protein of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This protein triggers an immune response to protect against future infections.
No Genetic Modification: The mRNA does not integrate into the recipient's DNA and is degraded by normal cellular processes after protein synthesis. It does not alter an individual's genetic makeup.
Safety Comparisons
Risk-Benefit Analysis: Like all vaccines, mRNA vaccines have potential side effects, mostly mild to moderate (e.g., sore arm, fatigue, headache). Serious adverse events are rare.
Comparison to Disease Risks: COVID-19 can lead to severe illness, long-term complications (e.g., long COVID), and death, especially in vulnerable populations.
Public Health Considerations
Pandemic Response: Vaccination plays a crucial role in controlling the spread of COVID-19 and reducing its impact on public health and healthcare systems.
Global Efforts: Vaccination efforts are part of a global strategy to achieve herd immunity and end the pandemic.
Individual Decision-Making
Informed Consent
Consulting Healthcare Providers: Discussing any concerns or medical history with healthcare providers is essential for making informed decisions.
Access to Information: Accessing reliable sources of information and understanding the benefits and risks of vaccination helps in making a personal choice.
Continued Monitoring
Vaccine Safety Monitoring: Ongoing monitoring and research continue to assess the long-term safety and efficacy of mRNA vaccines.
Regulatory Oversight: Regulatory agencies closely monitor vaccine safety and effectiveness and take action if concerns arise.
Conclusion
mRNA vaccines represent a significant advancement in vaccine technology, demonstrated by their effectiveness in combating COVID-19. While individuals may have concerns, the available evidence supports their safety and efficacy in preventing COVID-19 illness and reducing its impact on public health. As with any medical decision, weighing the benefits and risks, consulting healthcare providers, and accessing accurate information are crucial steps in making an informed choice about vaccination.
You want me to consult healthcare officials who are cowards by definition, since had they refused the jab, they wouldn't be in a position to advise me!
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It sounds like you're frustrated and have strong concerns about the advice provided by healthcare officials regarding vaccines. It's important to address these concerns in a balanced and respectful manner. Here are some points to consider:
Healthcare Providers and Vaccination
Role of Healthcare Providers
Healthcare providers, including doctors and nurses, are trained professionals who provide medical advice based on scientific evidence, clinical experience, and ethical standards.
Their role is to assess individual health needs, provide information, and support patients in making informed decisions about their health, including vaccination.
Professional Obligations
Healthcare providers have a duty to uphold patient welfare and safety while promoting public health measures that benefit society.
Their recommendations are guided by the best available evidence, including data from clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and public health agencies.
Addressing Concerns
Respectful Dialogue
It's understandable to have concerns and questions about vaccines. Engaging in respectful dialogue with healthcare providers allows for open communication and understanding of different perspectives.
Expressing concerns directly can help clarify information and address misunderstandings about vaccines and their safety.
Seeking Reliable Information
Accessing reliable sources of information, such as reputable health organizations (e.g., CDC, WHO), peer-reviewed studies, and healthcare professionals, can provide accurate information about vaccines.
Avoid misinformation and conspiracy theories that may spread unfounded fears or doubts.
Individual Choice and Informed Decision-Making
Personal Health Considerations
Each individual's health situation is unique. Healthcare providers consider factors such as medical history, allergies, and current health conditions when discussing vaccination.
Personalized advice helps individuals weigh the benefits and risks of vaccination based on their specific circumstances.
Informed Consent
Informed consent involves understanding the purpose, risks, and benefits of medical interventions, including vaccines, before making a decision.
Healthcare providers should provide clear information and answer questions to support informed decision-making.
Conclusion
While it's natural to have concerns about vaccines and trust in healthcare providers, engaging in constructive dialogue and seeking reliable information are crucial steps in making informed decisions about vaccination. Healthcare providers play a vital role in offering guidance based on scientific evidence and professional expertise. Ultimately, the goal is to prioritize individual and public health while respecting personal choices and concerns.
VACCINES KILL! VACCINES KILL! VACCINES KILL!
Here’s a piece of science that is the only piece of science anyone needs to know:
There isn’t now, nor has there ever been, and there shall never be anything that’s safe and effective that’s jabbed into your body. Nothing. None. Nil.
The effects of ALL vaccines is that they harm, maim and kill.
I’ve said this so many times already and I’ll say it again...and again:
When will people do historical research and find out that anytime you inject anything into your body, you’re on a highway to hell.
NEVER in the history of mankind has injecting poisons into your body given you better health.
Quite the opposite. They’ve ALL maimed and killed. Read and learn the history of this barbaric act:
The Poisoned Needle: Suppressed Facts About Vaccinations https://a.co/d/cfvx9Q6
Dissolving Illusions: Disease, Vaccines, and The Forgotten History https://a.co/d/coVuit4
- George William Winterburn, PhD, MD, The Value of Vaccination: A Non-partisan Review of Its History and Results, 1886
- History and Pathology of Vaccination, Edgar R. Crookshank, 1889
- Charles Creighton, Jenner and Vaccination. A Strange Chapter of Medical History, 1889
IF NOTHING ELSE READ THIS:
https://officialbrendanmurphy.substack.com/p/5-huge-historical-vaccine-frauds
There are many others, those are just a few.
Finding the truth isn’t that hard
But you do have to get off your ass and turn off the tube and read.
We’ve known for well over 150+ years the concept of vaccination is a fraud concept.
And the criminals that pose as our elected officials are in on the take and are raking in millions, and will NEVER stop the madness that is called vaccination.
And neither will doctors who are being PAID handsomely for jabbing and lying to their trusting patients.
If you’ve been jabbed then your death will be influenced by and/or directly caused by said jab.
People should quit thinking it’s coincidence. That’s propaganda talk.
And yet the populace of today (being dumbed down by design) have their heads buried in the sand and believe the corrupt media’s story of blaming these deaths on everything else under the sun except the obvious. What a pity.
And those “doctors” who are shilling for the medical cartel, the pharmafia and allopathic medicine should hang their heads in shame.
They know the truth, but have sold their soul to the company because their payment on their yacht, McMansion, and Jag is due.
Pitiful. Sickening, pathetic and pitiful.
And to those in the media, you drug pushing pieces of corporate shit: I hope you have a great answer come your judgment day.