Coronavirus COVID-19 - Global Health Pandemic #89

[dixiegirl1035]

MedCram update / deep dive into RNA production and vaccines

00:00 Introducing Prof. Shane Crotty's Research
0:35 How long does COVID-19 "immune memory" last?
0:57 The three primary aspects of immune memory: antibodies, killer T cells, and helper T cells
2:25 The anatomy (protein makeup) of SARS-CoV-2
3:02 Why is spike protein the primary target?
5:17 Could a mutation allow SARS-CoV-2 to infect without spike protein?
7:02 Utilizing lipid nanoparticles to deliver mRNA and the role of RNA normally
9:52 What human cells does an RNA vaccine go into?
10:36 How long does mRNA from a vaccine stay in human cells?
11:44 What else goes in vaccines besides mRNA and lipid nanoparticles? Any preservatives or adjuvants?
12:30 Why are adjuvants used in many vaccines?
14:08 Protein production from mRNA
15:00 Why utilize the "extra" step of mRNA to code for protein antigens?
17:28 Are mRNA vaccines the future of vaccine development?
19:18 Any chance for mRNA to enter our cells nucleus?
20:55 The immune response to a coronavirus vaccine
23:17 Expected symptoms from immune response to a vaccine
25:50 Should people who've had COVID-19 get vaccinated?
27:27 Immunity from COVID vaccine vs. a natural infection
28:30 Why does the Pfizer vaccine need to be stored so cold?
29:04 What would you say to a family member who is nervous about a rushed vaccine and RNA technology?
32:37 What about the possibility of long term side effects from RNA vaccines?
33:30 What's next for Shane Crotty's research team?

 

[ilovewings]

I am sorry, I dont know how to bold the part about him not being stupid. If they are not stupid, why talk such nonsense? I think it is because of fear. They do not want to believe it is as bad as it is, out of fear.

Brainwashing

 

[ilovewings]

I am sorry, I dont know how to bold the part about him not being stupid. If they are not stupid, why talk such nonsense? I think it is because of fear. They do not want to believe it is as bad as it is, out of fear.

Brainwashing

When the heck are these infected people going to stop getting on airplanes?? Probably never.

NEVER NEVER NEVER--- as long as so many people continue with their reckless behavior this wicked virus will continue to spread exponentially and kill more of us: that is a certainty: We as a country learned nothing from the 1918 Spanish Flu that killed 675,000 in America: Today we have so many more tools to manage it, and yet we have a segment of the population that refuses to believe science: they would rather believe politicians.

 

[ilovewings]

I am sorry, I dont know how to bold the part about him not being stupid. If they are not stupid, why talk such nonsense? I think it is because of fear. They do not want to believe it is as bad as it is, out of fear.

Brainwashing

When the heck are these infected people going to stop getting on airplanes?? Probably never.

NEVER NEVER NEVER--- as long as so many people continue with their reckless behavior this wicked virus will continue to spread exponentially and kill more of us: that is a certainty: We as a country learned nothing from the 1918 Spanish Flu that killed 675,000 in America: Today we have so many more tools to manage it, and yet we have a segment of the population that refuses to believe science: they would rather believe politicians.

 

[nhmemorymaker]

My polio vaccine was on a sugarcube
I was lucky

I vaguely remember both the "gun" and the suger cube... Did we have two doses, or maybe boosters????????????????

 

[mickey2942]

@Colorado303 so sorry to hear about your Mom. Hoping she will have a mild case. Several of my friends mothers have had Covid, and been okay.

I do believe that there are different strains of this virus. Not sure what the research is on this.

 

[Deleted member 158085]

I was listening to the radio on the way to work yesterday ... they were discussing most googled items in 2020.

One of the things was "what day is it". Googled more times than any other year. I am presuming that is due to lockdowns and people losing track of the days.


Users broke records for the number of times “what day is it?” was searched for in a year.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-reveals-top-searches-of-2020/390344/#close

I keep getting screwed up, and I am still working. I keep having to check my phone's calendar. Part of this is because we have a static schedule at work. We all work the same days with the same people each week. But lately, we may have to work different days with different people if one of us is in quarantine. So on Thursday, I thought it was Friday because of this and I gave the wrong open hours to someone on the phone.

 

[Deleted member 158085]

This is interesting ... 2,000 new daily cases and the Iowa governor thinks that it is good to resume regular trading in bars and restaurants. What could go wrong?

I saw a picture of a friend on Facebook yesterday, in a restaurant after shopping. Illinois restaurants are closed except for take out. Someone asked where she was. The answer - Iowa.

 

[IceIce9]

Just received my vaccination. I drove to a hospital in another city. to get it because the hospital system where I am employed was booked up into January.

After receiving the vaccine we are asked to wait 15 minutes, during which time an appointment is scheduled for the 2nd vaccination 3 weeks later.

 

[Deleted member 158085]

Former President Jimmy Carter to receive coronavirus vaccine 'when it is available to him'
CNN —Former President Jimmy Carter's foundation announced Thursday that the 39th president is planning to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
"After consulting with his doctors, President Carter is looking forward to receiving the COVID-19 vaccine when it is available to him," the center said in a short statement Thursday night posted on Twitter. Carter is 96 years old.
The news comes after fellow former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton said earlier this month that they would get COVID-19 vaccines publicly to prove it's safe.
At the time of the trio's announcement, The Carter Center emphasized Carter's and his wife's support for vaccine efforts.




Mitch McConnell says he will get COVID-19 vaccine 'in the coming days'
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced Thursday that he will be receiving the coronavirus vaccine within days.
"Because of government continuity requirements, I have been informed by the Office of the Attending Physician that I am eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine, which I will accept in the coming days," the Kentucky Republican said in a statement Thursday.
CNN has reached out to the other congressional leadership offices — Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy — about whether they too will be vaccinated.

McConnell said he was "disappointed to see early public sentiment that shows some hesitation towards receiving a vaccine."
"The only way to beat this pandemic is for us to follow the advice of our nation's health care professionals: get vaccinated and continue to follow (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) guidelines," he continued, adding, "I truly hope all Kentuckians and Americans will heed this advice and accept this safe and effective vaccine."

We need to get Carter in a bubble, and he, Dolly Parton, and Willie Nelson need to be vaccinated asap! National treasures!

 

[Mauig’ma]

Just received my vaccination. I drove to a hospital in another city. to get it because the hospital system where I am employed was booked up into January.

After receiving the vaccine we are asked to wait 15 minutes, during which time an appointment is scheduled for the 2nd vaccination 3 weeks later.

Please post any discomfort from your injection so others know what to expect. Tyia

 

[IceIce9]

Vaccination card

 

[nhmemorymaker]

Mike Pence: ".... we are poised to have vaccine for 20 million Americans before the end of summer"

Population of the US at the start of 2020: 331 million people

US covid cases to date: 17,888,353
US covid deaths to date: 320,845

That leaves a long, long way still to go for herd immunity.


Vice President Mike Pence speaks after receiving the Covid-19 vaccine: 'I didn't feel a thing'
3 ways that the U.S. population will change over the next decade.
United States Coronavirus: 17,888,353 Cases and 320,845 Deaths - Worldometer

In particular, thanks for the article regarding major changes in the US in 10 years.... Nothing really new, but a good rebuttle for people that simply do not get it...

 

[nhmemorymaker]

I am a small restaurant owner in San Diego, California.
Since March 2020, we have enjoyed 4 OPEN, CLOSE directives by our Governor Gavin Newsom.
Two weeks ago, a judge in Los Angeles asked the government to provide proof that outside dining spreads covid.
The defendents did not provide any proof that outside dining spreads covid.
This week in my county another judge asked the question of proof, that restaurants spread Covid.
There was no evidence. So, he ruled in favor of restaurants opening.
My husband and staff and ALL restaurants here in San Diego were happy to hear that news. We've all worked so hard to institute every guidance by the CDC.
THEN. Within 12 hours, we were all shut down again by a new panel of judges.
Without any new evidence that out door dining spreads this curse.
We will continue safely serving our customers.

My husband and I would shut down in a minute, IF our leaders would give us evidence that we are part of the problem.
Until then, we refuse to lose our business due to stupid politicians with no Science or Data showing outdoor dining spreads this curse of a disease.


But. They cannot.

When I see such suffering in CA it is just so hard to believe.... You do have outside dining, and that should work. I swear that the warm weather is the only thing that keeps Florida #3 rather than #1...so I just don't get it out there???????? I am going to have to research more, to understand why your population is suffering so badly......

Politicians with no Science or Data leading them is what has gotten us to this position country-wide, in the first place---the whole world understands why the US, with only 4% of the world population, has over 20% of the covid cases!! But we still don't get it.

And on top of everything, State and Municipal entities are getting NO help in the stimulus. This would help ALL OF US so much, so I find it infuriating.

 

[dmac55]

I vaguely remember both the "gun" and the suger cube... Did we have two doses, or maybe boosters????????????????

I remember the "gun" shot also, that left a circle of dots on my arm
But I'm thinking that was a tb test in my case

"The Heaf test, a diagnostic skin test, was long performed to determine whether or not children had been exposed to tuberculosis infection. Also known as the Sterneedle test, it was administered by a Heaf gun (trademarked "Sterneedle"), a spring-loaded instrument with six needles arranged in a circular formation which was inserted in the wrist."
Heaf test - Wikipedia

 

[dmac55]

Just received my vaccination. I drove to a hospital in another city. to get it because the hospital system where I am employed was booked up into January.

After receiving the vaccine we are asked to wait 15 minutes, during which time an appointment is scheduled for the 2nd vaccination 3 weeks later.

I like that they make an appointment for the 2nd vaccination at the time the 1st one is given

 

[nhmemorymaker]

United Airlines:

United Airlines Works With Health Officials Following Possible Covid-19 Death
Aim is to contact passengers on flight that was diverted Monday for medical emergency

Man Who Didn't Disclose COVID-19 Symptoms Has Heart Attack Mid-Flight and Later Dies in Hospital

United Airlines flight COVID-19 case: Passenger who died had symptoms

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2nd and 3rd allergic reactions:

2nd reported severe reaction to COVID-19 vaccine

Third Alaskan health care worker has allergic reaction to Covid-19 vaccine - CNN

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Pence Vaccinated:

'I Didn't Feel A Thing:' Pence Gets COVID-19 Vaccine In Public Event

Vice President Pence and Surgeon General Adams receive Covid-19 vaccine - CNN Video

Pence receives Covid vaccine in televised appearance, hails 'medical miracle'

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California:

California activates 'mass fatality' program as Covid cases climb

Overwhelmed
Covid patients are treated in parking lots, hallways and lobbies of a California hospital that, like the nation, is struggling to keep pace with the pandemic / video:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/national/california-hospital-covid-capacity/

Re: California, I saw on the news an “ambulance traffic jam”, all these ambulances in front of the hospital...waiting...

eta:
'I've never seen so many code blues.' Doctor describes saving 10 COVID-19 patients in 1 shift

“SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. -- Stretchers upon stretchers jam the ER hallways at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Apple Valley, California. Outside, you can see a traffic jam of ambulances that delivered those stretchers.“

[...]

“"We were successfully able to get them back, but it's critical right now. This is kind of like being in war. I've never seen so many code blues, all in one shift," he said.

Hickey said patient care is beginning to suffer. There are too many patients and not enough nurses. She said this is happening right now at every unit of the hospital. Heroically, Providence St. Mary Medical has not turned away a single patient.
Health officials are concerned that Americans will spend the holidays with their family members outside of their immediate household, mistakenly thinking that the vaccine gives them a green light to do so. Staff at Providence St. Mary Medical warn, that the darkest days are ahead.“

Holidays could intensify COVID surge, force LA County medical facilities to 'go under'

Orange County COVID-19 ICU Capacity Hits Zero, Health Officials Suspend Ambulance Diversion

My "most important word" for 2020 is SELFISH.

I read these stories regarding the airlines in absolute dismay. Sneaking on planes with positive covid tests and symptoms is equivalent to saying " I want to kill people". If anyone tries to claim freedom, I just say no, its manslaughter. Yes, I have the freedom to isolate...lucky me.

Why can't people see that they are making so many others suffer with their very very selfish choices. just blows the mind.

Folks devoted to their religion can understand this -----through one of the most known and recited bible verses of all time.

"What is the greatest commandment of the law? Thou shalt love thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.
This is the first and great commandment.

And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets" Matthew 22:36

Ok, sermon over. But I am still just shaking my head. Geezzzzzzzzzzz.

 

[nhmemorymaker]

Some people desperate to get COVID-19 vaccine now

$$$ Some offer concierge physicians top dollar to skip line $$$

SAN DIEGO (KGTV)-- Reports show some people are so desperate to get the new COVID-19 vaccine that they are offering boutique physicians thousands of dollars to jump the line — but doctors say that is not an option.

Dr. Ni owns San Diego Concierge Medicine, a concierge (boutique) private practice offering medical and aesthetic services, alot of the outpatient services are actually delivered at the patient's home. She says her clients are getting curious.

"They ask, 'How can I make sure I have plasma antibodies? How can I make sure I get Remdesivir? Do I qualify for Regeneron?'" Dr. Ni said.

Some reports show the rich and famous in Los Angeles are getting antsy, asking their concierge doctors to administer the vaccine now. Some are even offering thousands of dollars in donations to jump the line. But Dr. Ni says that is not possible.

"It is only to the hospitals, to the front lines, and none of my members are going to be able to get that," Ni said. "Pfizer is highly controlled by the government right now, so we just tell the clients to wait a little."

What they are doing now is preparing and connecting clients who fall in the second tier to hospitals with the vaccine.

"We want to make sure that our clients are one of the first in the second tiers," The timeline for Tier Two patients has not been announced.

I guess Money just does not know how to isolate.

 

[dixiegirl1035]

Vaccination card

Dr. Hansen who we follow had his and posted his card on his YouTube. More information on his...

Screenshot he shared with public is:

 

[ilovewings]

Even with vaccines, Covid-19 may return and become endemic

Could Covid 19 become endemic?