Betreff: Bitte setzen Sie sich für die Fortführung von AMELAG ein – Gesundheit schützen, Daten sichern Sehr geehrter Herr Lauterbach, wir wenden uns an Sie, um unsere tiefe Sorge über die geplante Einstellung der Finanzierung des Abwassermonitoring-Programms AMELAG zum Ausdruck zu bringen. Dieses Programm ist ein unverzichtbares Instrument zur Überwachung von SARS-CoV-2 und anderen Krankheitserregern … Continued
Sehr geehrte Ärztekammer, die WHO warnte am 6. August 2024 eindringlich vor Covid: “Regierungen müssen ihrer Bevölkerung Mittel zum Selbstschutz an die Hand geben. Als Einzelperson ist es wichtig, Maßnahmen zu ergreifen, um das Risiko einer Infektion und schwerer Erkrankungen zu verringern.“ [1] Laut RKI verursacht Covid in Deutschland jährlich mehr als sechs Mal so … Continued
Editorial Guidelines We welcome blog posts on your personal experience regarding taking Covid-19 precautions at work. What is it like to be the only one, or among a few, who mask at work? What is it like to teach with a mask on? What type of mask are you using? How are you commuting to … Continued
Recently, there has been growing frustration and concern regarding the scientific credibility and consistency of guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Information Quality Act requires the CDC to provide Information Quality Support by fielding corrections and responding to them within 60 days. A full list of past corrections can … Continued
The World Health Network (WHN) has filed a new complaint with the HHS Inspector General, following up on its original filing from about a year ago, in October 2023. The initial complaint highlighted the inadequacy of the Healthcare Infection Control and Prevention Advisory Committee (HICPAC) member expertise in addressing airborne transmission in healthcare settings. While … Continued
October 24, 2024 Subject: IQA Request for Correction: CDC Guidance on Masking, Hand Washing, and COVID-19 From: Yaneer Bar-Yam To: InfoQuality@cdc.gov CDC/ATSDR Office of Science Quality By e-mail: InfoQuality@cdc.gov Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to submit a request for correction under the Information Quality Act (IQA) regarding the consistency and scientific validity of the guidance … Continued
Summary of report in Südkurier: Walter Brummel, a supermarket manager, was admitted for a non-Covid-related issue but later tested positive for the COVID infection. His condition worsened, requiring intensive care and a lung ventilation machine. He developed long-lasting health effects, including respiratory issues, other physical symptoms and depression. Brummel sued Tettnang Hospital, claiming the hospital … Continued
Dear Friends, Do you want to fight mask bans? We want your help to protect the right to mask and defend public health. The World Health Network (WHN) has a Legal and Advocacy Team that fights proposed mask bans and engages in advocacy on other key legal issues. There is dangerous legislation currently proposed in … Continued
It used to be that people went to the hospital and they were treated and got better. They want you to think that this is the world you live in now. But it isn’t. Today, there are sicknesses that are going around. Flu and RSV and mycoplasma and COVID. Many people are infected and don’t … Continued
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose complex challenges, including the growing issue of Long COVID. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) has stepped up in addressing this growing public health concern. Their recent letter to healthcare providers serves as a commendable example of how city health departments can … Continued