Posts tagged SARS-CoV-2
A New Italian Study Reveals Omicron Much Less Dangerous Than Previous Strains

I found a recent Italian study that is in preprint. The paper uses Italian statistics on the infection rate, hospitalizations, ICU admissions, and deaths from the different strains of the SARS-CoV-2 Virus. The authors used what appears to be reliable, high-quality data and analyses. The authors noted that hospitalization, admission to intensive care, and death from infection with the Omicron variant phase are at least 20 to 40 times less than the initial acute phase. I will break down the major details of the study in today’s post.

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Whether or Not to Get the Covid-19 Vaccine: A Controversy Founded in Misunderstanding

We are in the midst of heated times. The implication that unvaccinated people are dangerous is misguided, and I need to speak up. I present facts and ideas that you may not be aware of. I have nothing against vaccines personally and went out of my way to get certified by my state to provide them for anyone wanting one. I deem the matter a personal choice, and the law and medical ethics support this. I believe the risk from receiving the Covid-19 vaccination is probably minimal. The vast majority of us should take it without fear of harm. Like everything in life, individuals must weigh the pros and cons. The views expressed in this post are my opinions only. You should address concerns about the Covid-19 vaccination only with qualified medical professionals.

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