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  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/HofDg7gyG14   CoVid infection risk dropped more than 11 fold for those who received a third, boosting dose of CoVid vaccine.  Israeli researchers studied 1,144,690 persons over the age of 60 boosted with a third dose of the Pfizer vaccine and compared the incidence and severity of their CoVid infections with those occurring in a non-boosted population of 4 million.   Those boosted enjoyed an 11.4 fold lower incidence of any CoVid infection as proven by a positive PCR test.  The 3rd boosting dose reduces the incidence of severe disease 10 to 15 fold.  We know that the protective immunity against CoVid declines over time with increasing numbers of breakthrough infections.  A third dose of mRNA CoVid vaccine appears to provide a promising protection against the resurgence of this already devastating CoVid pandemic.   My advice: get your third shot of either Pfizer or Moderna vaccine as soon as it is offered to you.  If you haven’t received any vaccine so far, do catch up.   https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.08.27.21262679v1.full.pdf   #CoVid #vaccine #booster #pfizer  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/tTmjDS-xJr4   Vaccination with the Moderna CoVid vaccine triggers more IgA anti-CoVid antibodies and anti-CoVid killer T cells compared with the Pfizer vaccine.  Researchers at Harvard and MIT studied the immune responses of 73 vaccine recipients including 28 who received the Moderna vaccine and 45 who received the Pfizer vaccine.   Analysis of the immune responses to each vaccine indicate that the Moderna vaccine produces more IgA secretory antibodies to CoVid spike, receptor binding domain, and N-terminal domain antigens.  On the cell-mediated immunity front, Moderna vaccine triggers enhanced antibody dependent neutrophil phagocytosis and antibody dependent killer cell activation.  Both vaccines produce similar IgG and IgM anti-CoVid antibody levels.    In terms of immunity against the variants, Moderna triggers more antibodies in secretions, IgA antibodies, while Pfizer trigger more blood-borne antibodies, IgG and IgM.  However, the additional IgA, RBD,  and NTD antibodies triggered by Moderna in comparison to Pfizer may explain its better performance against variants including Delta.   https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.08.31.458247v1.full.pdf   #CoVid #vaccine #Moderna #Pfizer #antibodies #cellularimmunity  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/8YtIcbsg2ls   Seventy-two percent of adults and parents of children with food allergies are unaware that oral immunotherapy is an effective, painless, and convenient alternative to allergy shots.  This the conclusion of a nationwide survey of some 781 respondents conducted by pediatric researchers at Northwestern University and Chicago’s Lurie Children’s Hospital.   When the survey numbers were crunched, the data showed that more than 95% of food allergy sufferers had never been offered oral immunotherapy.  We’re not talking about small number of people either since 10% of American adults or 33,100,000 adults and 8% of children or 5,040,000 kids have food allergies.   So if you have food allergies or, for that matter, any allergies, ask your allergist about oral immunotherapy.  It can be DIY at home without needles or visits.   https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2213219821008229?via%3Dihub   #allergy #oralimmunotherapy #oit #foodallergy  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/vBtj9iV8pSA   At the end of August, the World Health Organization announced another variant of interest, classified at B.1.621 and commonly known as the Mu variant.  This variant encompasses a constellation of mutations that could render it more impervious to the anti-CoVid antibodies generated by our current vaccine.   Early data suggests that its vaccine resistance is likely similar to the South African B.1.35l variant, and our mRNA vaccines should offer good protection, particularly against severe and life-threatening disease.    It first arose in Colombia where its current prevalence is 39%.  Mu has spread to over 40 countries including the US.  Its global prevalence to date is low.  Over 2,000 Mu cases have been identified in the US.  It is most prevalent in Alaska representing almost 4% of cases there.  In the continental US, it is most prevalent in California followed by Florida, New York, New Jersey, Washington state, and Texas.   We don’t have solid data as yet to estimate its transmissibility rate and ability to create severe or fatal disease.  Stay tuned.   https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/situation-reports/20210831_weekly_epi_update_55.pdf?sfvrsn=e33e80ba_7&download=true https://medicalxpress.com/news/2021-09-coronavirus-variant-mu-1.html https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20210902/who-tracking-new-covid-variant-called-mu https://www.newsweek.com/cases-mu-covid-variant-that-may-evade-vaccines-found-these-states-1625144   #CoVid #mu #variant #who  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/4r8Mzi1m-U0   The FDA and Rocky Top Farms have recalled Rocky Top Farms Cherry Butter.  This product, sold in clear 10 ounce jars, contains undeclared milk.  Those with milk allergies could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction after ingesting this cherry butter.  This product was sold nationwide via the website rockymountainfarms.com.  If you purchased this cherry butter, return it to the place of purchase for a refund.  If you have questions, reach Rocky Top Farms by phone at 1-231-350-0985.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rocky-top-farms-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-cherry-butter   #rocktyopfarms #cherrybutter #milk #allergy #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/46QSqXL9_YQ   The FDA and KBF Inc. have recalled Banoful Top Orange Biscuits.  This food contains undeclared milk, and those with milk allergies could develop serious or life-threatening allergic reactions should they eat these biscuits.  This bakery item was sold nationwide through retail stores and mail order outlets.  If you purchased these biscuits, return them to the place of purchase for a refund.  For additional information, call KBF at 1-646-714-4062.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kbf-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-allergens-banoful-top-orange-biscuit   #kbf #biscuits #milk #allergy #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/KK3Dk3ppG0U   The FDA and Weis Markets are recalling the Weis Crab Cake Meal.  This product contains undeclared milk.  Those with milk allergies have develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction after ingesting this crab cake.  The lots affected carry sell by dates of 8/25/2021 through 9/05/2021.  This product was sold by Weis Markets in PA, MD, NJ, and WV.  If you bought this product, return it to any Weis Market for a refund.  For more information, you may call 1-866-999-9347, option 5.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/weis-markets-issues-allergy-alert-7-crab-cake-meal-due-undeclared-milk-allergen   #weismarket #crabcakemeal #milk #allergy #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/k9ecWB_1N_c   The FDA and the Baking Institute Bakery Co. have recalled a pastry simply labelled Carrot Cake.  These cakes contains undeclared walnuts, coconut, and milk.  Those with allergies to these ingredients may develop a serious or even life-threatening reaction after ingesting the carrot cake.  This product was sold in northern Illinois in 6 and 8 inch sizes.  If you purchased these cakes, return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  If you have questions about this recall, contact the Baking Institute Bakery Co. at 1-t 847-272-5900.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/baking-institute-bakery-co-issues-allergen-alert-undeclared-walnuts-coconuts-and-milk-carrot-cake   #bakeryinstitute #carrotcake #walnuts #coconut #milk #allergy #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/NpoNtKyqyFQ   The CPSC and Ryan and Rose have recalled Cutie Spoovel Children’s Eating Utensils.  The handle of this utensil may fragment and release small parts that pose a choking hazard for young children.  About 17,750 of these utensils were sold in the US and 110 were sold in Canada all online via ryanandrose.com.  Take these utensils away from your children, trash them, and contact Ryan and Rose by phone at 1-800-317-8764 or via email at [email protected].   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Ryan-and-Rose-Recalls-Children-s-Eating-Utensils-Due-to-Choking-Hazard-Recall-Alert   #ryanandrose #cutiespoovel #utensil #choking #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/DRlXy8xWWRg   The CPSC and Petsmart are recalling Top Paw® Double Diner Dog Bowls.  The rubber gasket that covered the unfinished and sharp bottom edge of this product comes off easily and this create a laceration hazard.  About 100,300 of these dog bowls were sold at Petsmart stores and online at petsmart.com.  Immediately stop using these dog bowls and return them to any Petsmart store for a refund.  For additional information, contact Petsmart by phone at 1-888-839-9638 or online at petsmart.com.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/PetSmart-Recalls-Top-Paw-Double-Diner-Dog-Bowls-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard   #petsmart #dogbowl #laceration #recall  

  Vidcast:   https://youtu.be/rQYCb4rorm4   The CPSC and SKE Outdoors are recalling TurboSke Kids Toddler Bike Helmets.  These children’s bicycle helmets fail to meet federal safety standards and create a head injury risk.  About 860 of these helmet have been sold online through amazon.com and other online retailers.  Do not permit your children to use these bicycle helmets.  Call SKE Outdoors by phone at 1-888-761-2989 or online at skeoutdoors.com to arrange free shipping back in exchange for a full refund or a replacement helmet.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/SKE-Outdoors-Recalls-Kids-Bike-Helmets-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury   #skeoutdoors #bikehelmet #safety #headinjury #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/UfSK8N8jghc   The CPSC and Step 2 now recall StepUp Sidekick Learning Towers.  The storage tray with its cup holders and step may detach from the tower and create a fall hazard for a child.  About 1,570 of these items were sold in the US and about 34 were sold in Canada online at step2.com and at amazon.com.  Stop using this recalled StepUp Sidekick Learning Tower and contact Step2 by phone at 1-800-347-8372 or online at step2.com to arrange a full refund or a credit on Step2.com of equivalent value. For purchases on amazon, you can arrange your refund in the form of an Amazon gift card.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Step2-Recalls-StepUp-Sidekick-Learning-Towers-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-Recall-Alert   #step2 #tower #tray #falls #children #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/Mp6qq3zU7pg   The FDA and MG Foods, Inc. now recall MG Foods and Fresh to You Turkey Sandwiches.  These products are potentially contaminated with listeria monocytogenes.  This germ may cause serious and potentially fatal infections in the very young, elders, and the immunosuppressed.  It can trigger miscarriages and stillbirths if ingested by pregnant women.  These sandwiches were sold at the Charlotte Douglas Airport ad via vending machines in GA, NC, SC, and WV.  If you bought one of these, discard it and contact MG Foods at 1-855-424-8390 for a refund.     https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/mg-foods-recalls-various-turkey-sandwiches-due-possible-listeria-monocytogenes-contamination   #turkeysandwich #mg #freshtoyou #listeria  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/ChoFzdYcZIY   The FDA and Hu Products are recalling Hu Chocolate Covered Hunks-Sour Goldenberries.  This product may contain undeclared almonds.  Those with almond allergies may develop a severe or life-threatening allergic reaction.  If you have this product, don’t consume it.  Discard it and contact Hu Products at 1-888-389-2224 to arrange for a refund.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hu-products-conducts-nationwide-voluntary-recall-single-lot-4-oz-chocolate-covered-hunks-sour   #hu #chocolate #goldenberries #almonds  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/7zYYi0fZx0Q   The FDA and El Abuelito Cheese now recall all Quesco Fresco products with sell dates through 3/28/21 due to the possibility that they are contaminated with listeria monocytogenes.  This micro-organism may cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in the very young, elders, or in the immunocompromised.  It may cause miscarriages and stillbirths.  El Abuelito products were sold in CT, NJ, PA, NY; Rio Grande Food Products sold  in VA, NC, MD; and Rio Lindo products sold in in NC and MD. If you bought any of these products, don’t consume them but return them to the place of purchase for a refund.  Call El Abuelito at 1-973-345-3503 with questions.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/el-abuelito-recalls-queso-fresco-products-because-possible-health-risk   #queso #elabuelito #riogrande #riolindo #listeria #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/HzIXtpbscw8   The FDA and Giant Eagle Inc. now recall Market District Gourmet Chocolate Covered Pretzel Platters and Bags with sell by dates of 4/3/21.  The product may contain undeclared pecan allergen.  Those with an allergy to pecan nuts may develop a severe or life-threatening reaction after consuming this product.  These products were sold in the Township of Pine Market District and the Settle’s Ridge Market District in PA and in the Portage Crossing Market District in Ohio.  If you purchased these products, dispose of them or return them with a qualifying receipt to your local Giant Eagle or Market District store for a refund.  For more information, call Giant Eagle Customer Crew art 1-800-553-2324.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/market-district-voluntarily-recalls-gourmet-chocolate-covered-pretzels-due-undeclared-pecan-allergen   #pretzel #gianteagle #marketdistrict #pecan #recall #chocolate  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/zZSlKfYrscU   The FDA and Adamssecret.co announce the recall of Adam’s Secret Extra Strength 1500 and Adam’s Secret Extra Strength 3000 capsules.  These products contain undeclared sildenafil and/or tadalafil, better known as Viagra and Cialis.  These are phosphodiesterase inhibitors that may create adverse reactions with medications containing nitrates including nitroglycerin.  If you have these capsules, return them to the place of purchase for a refund.  Those with questions may contact the company via email at [email protected].   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/adamssecretco-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-adams-secret-extra-strength-1500-and-3000-capsules   #adamssecretco #sildenafil #tadalafil #viagra #cialis #nitroglycerine #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/-5xyrIa_4D8   The CPSC and Jim Lamp recall the J Hunt and J Hunt & Co. Home Accent Tables with Charging Receptacles.  The charging receptacles and USB ports may have electrical issues that could create a shock hazard.  About 99,000 of these tables were sold in the US and 11,000 were sold in Canada.  Immediately stop using the receptacles on these tables.  Contact Jimco Lamp and Manufacturing Co. by calling 1-833-659-0753 to discover if you have one of the affected items and to arrange a replacement or a refund.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/jimco-lamps-recalls-accent-tables-with-charging-receptacles-due-to-shock-hazard   #table #charger #jhunt #shock #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/nwcEEVN6xkg   The CPSC and Toro are recalling the Toro Power Max 826 OHAE Snowthrowers with model number 37802.  The auger may fail to disengage when the control lever is released posing a real threat of amputation for the operator or bystanders.  About 6700 of these units have been sold at Ace Hardware, Home Depot, and Toro authorized dealers across the country.  Additional units were sold online via the websites for these retail companies. Immediately stop using this device and contact an authorized Toro dealer for a free repair.  If you require additional information, reach Toro at 1-833-254-8856.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/toro-recalls-power-max-snowthrowers-due-to-amputation-hazard   #snowthrowers #toro #auger #amputation #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/guoDrYebx2o   The CPSC and National Presto have a recall on the Presto Indoor Electric Smoker.  The heating element and the associated wiring are defective posing an electric shock hazard.  This cooking device was sold at Shopko, Sears, Kmart, Belk, Veterans Canteen Store and other home appliance stores across the country.  It was sold on line through amazon.com, wayfair.com, kohls.com, and walmart.com.  Stop using this device.   Return it to the place of purchase or contact National Presto at 1-833-909-1524 to receive return instructions for a refund.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/national-presto-recalls-smokers-due-to-electric-shock-hazard   #cooker #presto #electricshock #recall  

  Xvidd https://youtu.be/O0LSBd8YwMM   The CPSC and Anker Play Products are recalling 10-In-1 Incredible Inventions Science Kits. The paint on the red and blue magnet included with this kit exceeds safe federal lead levels.  The labelling on this product also lacks mandated warnings for magnets and balloons. If you bought this kit for your child, do not permit them to use the red and blue magnet.  Contact Anker at 1-877-236-1945 to arrange for a refund.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/anker-play-products-recalls-10-in-1-incredible-inventions-science-kit-due-to-violation   #sciencekit #lead #magnet #balloons #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/ZQJThGWhf1c   The CPSC and Primark announce the recall of  two Primark piercings: 5-Pack Nose and Body Bar Piercing.  These items have elevated levels of the mineral nickel which can and often does induce an allergic-type skin irritation.  If you have these, stop using them immediately and return them to the place of purchase or a Primark store for a refund.  If you require more information to determine if your particular piercings are implicated, call Primark at 1-617-946-3236.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/primark-recalls-nose-piercing-and-body-bars-due-to-high-levels-of-nickel-risk-of-skin   #piercings #primark #nickel #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/lEjT1k3ouG4   CoVid can trigger autoimmune disease like rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune, muscle inflammation, and so-called CoVid toes.  For the first time, radiologists at Northwestern University release images of these CoVid-induced maladies.   Using multi-modality imaging including conventional radiography, CT, MR, and ultrasound, the investigators assembled pictoral proof of CoVid attacks on muscle, nerves, joints, bone, and soft tissues including skin.  As radiologists begin to image more patients with CoVid, their abilities to detect viral-induced tissue and organ damage increases.   If you or yours have a CoVid infection with symptoms that are dragging on besides the usual respiratory ones, suggest imaging to search for CoVid-triggered rheumatic and autoimmune type damage.   https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00256-021-03734-7   #CoVid #autoimmune #rheumatic #arthritis #neuritis #myositis  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/RMPpAQAprE4   Reports on the two mRNA vaccines Americans are receiving were published just days ago in the New England Journal of Medicine by Moderna and Pfizer with their academic collaborators.  Both vaccines trigger antibodies that neutralize the original predominant Wuhan strain and the British B.1.117 variants but have reduced though still lethal activity against the South African B.1.351 variant.   Using sera from vaccinated Americans, the Moderna-NIH team demonstrate equally effective neutralizing antibody levels for the prevalent original strain and the British B.1.1.7 variant.  Moderna-induced antibody is nearly 10-fold less effective against the South African B.1.351 variant, but it does neutralize.   The Pfizer-BioNTech-University of Texas team report the effectiveness of their vaccine-induced antibodies against the prevalent CoVid strain as well as against the South African strain.  The antibody strength against the latter was reduced by two-thirds but still effective.     As yet, there is no compelling study data on either vaccine for the Brazilian P1 variant.   https://www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1056/NEJMc2102179?query=pfw&jwd=000013110419&jspc=MPD https://www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1056/NEJMc2102017?query=pfw&jwd=000013110419&jspc=MPD   #CoVid #moderna #pfizer #vaccine #wuhan #b117 #b1351  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/3PyyXUDX9m8   Asthmatics are less likely to contract CoVid.  So say Australian researchers after their meta-analysis of 57 worldwide studies that encompassed 587,200 persons.   The data show that about 7 per 100 asthmatics develop a CoVid infection but 8 per 100 in the general population do so as well.  Asthmatics were 14% less likely to become infected and 13% less likely to require hospitalization.  Once in the hospital, progression to needing the ICU or a vent was not more likely for asthmatics.  Asthmatics are not more likely to die from CoVid.   The investigators conjecture that inhalation therapy including steroids taken by asthmatics reduces the numbers of ACE2-CoVid binding sites in their respiratory linings.   https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/02770903.2021.1888116   #CoVid #asthma #steroids  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/SkmYOO_0CZw   The FDA and Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. are recalling the Dole™ Endless Summer Salad Kit.  This product contains undeclared fish and egg.  Those with allergies to fish, egg, or both should avoid consuming this product.  This product was sold in AZ, CA, CO, IA, ID, IL, KS, MN, MS, ND, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, WA, and WI.  If you have this product, call Dole at 1-800-356-3111 to determine if your item is covered in this recall.  If so, you can arrange a refund.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dole-fresh-vegetables-announces-limited-voluntary-recall-doletm-endless-summer-salad-kit-due   #salad #dole #fish #egg  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/PQNRGm0zFto   The FDA and the think! And Interpac Technologies, Inc. announce the recall of think! Protein fiber oatmeal farmer’s market berry crumble.  This product may contain undeclared tree nuts including almonds and pecan.  Those with allergies to these types of nuts may develop a severe allergic reaction after ingesting this product.  The packages do bear the label “made in a factory that processes tree nuts.”  If you purchased this product, don’t ingest it but return it to the place of purchase for a refund.  If you need additional information, call the think! Company at 1-866-98-THINK or 1-866-987-4465.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/think-and-interpac-technologies-inc-issue-voluntary-recall-and-allergy-alert-undeclared-tree-nuts   #crumble #think #treenuts  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/x2zq09Tx-PU   The FDA and the Wahl Clipper Corporation are recalling the Wahl Deluxe Heat Therapy Massager, Model 4212.  The connection between the massager and the heat source may overheat leading to sparking, smoking, and a fire hazard.  If you own this product, discontinue its use immediately.  Call the Wahl Company at 1-800-767-9245 to arrange for a post-paid return of the unit, a complete refund, and a $10 inconvenience fee.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/safety-recall-deluxe-heat-therapy-massager   #massager #wahl #fire  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/3xdNrOVHd9Y   The FDA and Maine Grains, Inc. are recalling Organic Yellow Peas sold between 10/17 and 11/1/2020.  This product may contain undeclared soybeans.  Those with a soybean allergy may develop a severe or life-threatening reaction if they ingest the yellow peas.  This product was distributed throughout the northeastern US and via mainegrains.com.   Much of the product was consumed in NYC.  If you purchased this product, return it to the store for a full refund.  If you have additional questions, call Maine Grains at 1-207-457-8001.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/maine-grains-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-soy-organic-yellow-peas   #peas #maine #soybeans  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/OeLW7r3CpCc   The CPSC and CB2 have recalled CB2 Chests and Dressers.  These pieces of furniture may tip over and injure children if not anchored to the wall. 11,000 were sold in the US and 355 sold in Canada.   If you have one of these at home, unload it and/or move it to a location away from access by children until you have anchored it to the call.  Alternatively, contact CB2 at 1-800-451-8217 to receive store credit or a refund.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/CB2-Recalls-Junction-Tall-Chests-and-Low-Dressers-Due-to-Tip-Over-and-Entrapment-Hazards   #cb2 #dresser #chest #tipover  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/lzF-NFY8ok0   From the actual documents the company submitted to the FDA and CDC.  The Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine consists of messenger RNA wrapped up in a lipid nanoparticle package.  The RNA is formulated to avoid immune destruction once injected and to code for a CoVid spike glycoprotein that will provoke production of a human antibody.  It is stored as a frozen suspension at -112 to -76 degrees Fahrenheit.   It is supplied in a 5-7 dose vial and is given as two 30 ug IM injections 28 days apart.  The vaccine is preservative-free and contains no eggs or latex   The Pfizer vaccine was first tested for safety and immunogenicity in a phase 1 trial of 90 persons and a followup phase 2 trial of 360 persons.  It’s effectiveness was confirmed and safety checked in a randomized blinded phase 3 trial involving 38,000  participants.     The results showed an ability to prevent any CoVid infection for all age patients of 95%, for those 18-64 yrs of 95%, and for those 65-74 was 93%, and for those 75 and older of 100%.  No severe or fatal CoVid cases occurred in those vaccinated.  Vaccine efficiency for those receiving only one dose was 52%.     The most common adverse local reaction was injection site pain in about 80%, There was swelling of armpit lymph noses occurred in 6%.   The 3 most common systemic adverse response were fatigue lasting up to 2 days in 60%, headache in 52%, muscle aches in 37%, joint pain in 22%, chills in 35%, and fever in 15%.   Though its overall effectiveness appears to be reduced for some new CoVid strains, it almost certainly will prevent severe CoVid infections and death due to these as well as due to the original CoVid strain.   Get vaccinated!   https://www.fda.gov/media/144416/download https://www.fda.gov/media/144245/download   #pfizer #vaccine #CoVid  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/gyHNlHNrOLc   From the actual documents the company submitted to the FDA and CDC.  The Moderna Vaccine consists of messenger RNA wrapped up in a lipid nanoparticle package.  The RNA is formulated to avoid immune destruction once injected and to code for a CoVid spike glycoprotein that will provoke production of a human antibody.  It is stored as a frozen suspension at -13 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit.   It is supplied in a 10 dose vial and is given as two 100 ug IM injections 28 days apart.   The vaccine does not contain eggs, preservatives, or latex.   It was first tested for safety and immunogenicity in a phase 1 trial of 120 persons and a fu phase 2 trial of 600 persons.  It’s effectiveness was confirmed and safety checked in a randomized blinded phase 3 trial involving 30,000 participants.     The results showed an ability to prevent any CoVid infection for all age patients of 94%, for those 18-64 yrs of 96%, and for those 65 and older of 86%.  No severe or fatal CoVid cases occurred in those vaccinated.  Vaccine efficiency for those receiving only one dose was 43%.     The most common adverse local reaction was injection site pain in 88 to 90%.  Swelling of armpit lymph noses occurred in 12% to 16%.   The 3 most common systemic adverse response were fatigue 68%, headache in 63%, muscle aches in 60%, joint pain in 45%, chills in 43%, and fever in 15%.   Though its overall effectiveness appears to be reduced for some new CoVid strains, it almost certainly will prevent severe CoVid infections and death due to these as well as due to the original CoVid strain.   Get vaccinated!     https://www.fda.gov/media/144434/download https://www.fda.gov/media/144673/download   #moderna #vaccine #CoVid  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/2olR_GBnm0I   This observation suggests we can save precious CoVid vaccine supplies say virologists and epidemiologists at the University of Maryland.  They suggest this strategy after testing 33 health care workers with proven, previous CoVid infections and 26 uninfected workers.   The data reveals that those with pre-existing anti-CoVid antibodies respond to a first dose of either the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine with an anti-spike antibody peak similar to those receiving a second dose of the vaccine.  Given that those previously infected have some CoVid immunity and pre-existing anti-CoVid antibodies after either a symptomatic or asymptomatic infection, they need only receive  a single dose of a 2-dose vaccine.     https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.01.30.21250843v1.full.pdf   #CoVid #vaccine #infected  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/ptHTSvUcuX8   The FDA and Bickel’s Snack Foods are recalling Bickel’s Snack Foods 8 oz. Butter Flavored Popcorn.  This item contains undeclared milk.  Those with a milk allergy could become severely ill by ingesting the popcorn.  Only one lot bearing the following code is affected: 29MAR21 Z1E1.  This product was sold exclusively at Publix Markets in GA and NC.  If you bought this product and have a milk allergy, return it to Publix for a refund.  For additional information, call Bickel’s Snack Foods at 1-717-900-1520.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/bickels-snack-foods-inc-issues-allergy-alert-specific-lot-butter-flavored-popcorn   #popcorn #bickels #milk #recall popcorn, bickels, milk, recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/O33cuYKQ6DE   The FDA and the Door County Coffee & Tea Co. are recalling 5.1 oz packages of French Vanilla Flavored Cappuccino Single Serve Cups.  This product may contain undeclared milk and soy.  Persons with allergies to milk, soy, or both may suffer serious and possible life-threatening reactions.  This product was sold in: WI, Il, IA, IN, KS, TX, MI, FL, and MI.  If you purchased this product and have milk or soy allergies, discard it and contact the company for a refund by calling 1-800-856-6613.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/door-county-coffee-tea-co-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-and-soy-french-vanilla-flavored   #cappuccino #milk #soy #doorcountycoffeetea #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/Sw7ql33dA20   The FDA and House-Autry Mills, Inc. are recalling House-Autry Tartar Sauce with best by dates ranging from 8/18/2021 to 9/21/2021.  The company’s co-manufacturer has verified accelerated spoilage associated with these batches.  This product was sold in SC, NC, VA, PA, FL, and OH.  If you purchased this products don’t consume it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund.  Those with questions should call the House-Autry company at 1-800-849-0802.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/house-autry-mills-announces-voluntary-recall-house-autry-tartar-sauce-due-spoilage   #tartarsauce #houseautry #spoilage #recall  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/fLyp9qqfU8w   Antibodies produced by persons immunized with the Moderna CoVid vaccine could capably neutralize the British and South African coronavirus strains in the test tube.  This the conclusion of  testing completed by Moderna and the NIH Vaccine Research Center.   Detailed testing revealed that Moderna vaccination yielded antibodies equally capable of protecting against the British B.1.1.7 CoVid strain as against the original Wuhan CoVid strain.  Against the South African B.1.351 strain, the Moderna-induced antibodies were less powerful but still could get the job done.  A booster shot is planned.   The Moderna mRNA vaccine produces more powerful antibodies than a natural CoVid infection. Even those who have weathered CoVid should be vaccinated.   https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.01.25.427948v1.full.pdf   #covid #moderna #vaccine #britishvariant #southafricanvariant #b117 #b1351  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/goFncFdxFbo   In those testing positive for CoVid, a simultaneous cancer diagnosis significantly increases the chances for hospitalization and dying over the next month.  Investigators at the University of Pennsylvania studied 323 CoVid positive persons of whom 67 had cancer active or in remission and 256 were non-cancer patients.   The cancer patients were more than twice as likely to be hospitalized and nearly 6 times more likely to die over a 30 day period after diagnosis.  Those with active cancer were the most likely to experience complicated and lethal CoVid.   Cancer patients, past and present, should wear N95 masks or better, spend as little time inside places of business, and wash well.   https://academic.oup.com/jncics/advance-article/doi/10.1093/jncics/pkaa120/6104876   #covid #cancer  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/8MQo73utTe0   If you’re looking for a CoVid infection that could kill or leave you with lingering neurologic, cardiac, and kidney function, avoid wearing a tight fitting, multilayer mask with a filter.  A new study from Boston University now shows that mask wearing is associated with significantly lower CoVid infection rates.   The researchers used data from all 50 states covering mask wearing and physical distancing policies.  Those states in which the highest proportion of citizens practiced mask adherence  enjoyed the lowest CoVid infection rates.  As mask wearing became more acceptable over the summer, for every 1% increase in mask wearing in a state, the odds that the state would suffer high CoVid rates decreased by 26%.   https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.01.18.21250029v1.full.pdf     #covid #mask #infectionrate  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/d3SnLyV8z9s   The CoVid strain B.1.1.7, isolated in the UK, besides spreading more readily person to person, appears to be about 65%% deadlier that the original Chinese virus.  This according to data just presented at the WHO’s Strategic Advisory Group of Experts meeting.   This conclusion stems from 3 case studies from the London School (35% higher), Imperial College London (36% higher, and the University of Exeter (91% higher). The case fatality rate for hospitalized patients was not significantly increased leading to the conclusion that the new strain increases the risk of a more severe case requiring hospitalization.   This strain is in the US.  Many cases are in California, Florida, and New York.   https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/955239/NERVTAG_paper_on_variant_of_concern__VOC__B.1.1.7.pdf   https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/transmission/variant-cases.html   #covid #b117 #britishstrain  

Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/TCSocBiLeG4   Ibuprofen, Advil or Motrin, aspirin in all its forms, and naproxen, Aleve, may help CoVid invade your body if taken just after viral exposure by preventing production of the neutralizing antibodies that keep CoVid out of your cells.  The same drugs, if used once you are already infected, could prevent the virus from injuring your vital organs by reducing your body’s manufacture of damaging cytokines.   Yale immunologists studied mice injected with CoVid, and confirmed these effects.  Knowing this, you must be careful how you use these drugs.   Don’t use NSAIDS if you have just been exposed to CoVid or during the weeks you are reacting to CoVid vaccine.  Once infected, use them regularly.   https://jvi.asm.org/content/early/2021/01/14/JVI.00014-21   #nsaids #ibuprofen #aspirin #covid #immunity #vaccination  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/IJC6NST_x7g   A readily available nasal spray, Xlear, containing the sugar xylitol and grapefruit seed extract, kills CoVid in the test tube and would be expected to do the same in your nose, the entry point for this dread virus into your body.   Northwestern University and Utah State University researchers found that this nasal spray reduced CoVid viral load in the test tube by a factor of 99 to 99.9%.  The spray also prevented viral entry into tissue culture cells.   In a separate publication from Florida, 3 CoVid patients with mild but symptomatic infections were successfully treated with this nasal spray in addition to standard therapy.  Each recovered faster than expected including regaining their senses of smell and taste with no side effects.   With CoVid vaccinations delayed and ever more dangerous strains of the virus sweeping through the world, use of Xlear nasal spray in addition to multilayer filter masks and aggressive distancing seems reasonable and prudent.     You can purchase Xlear Natural Saline Nasal Spray online via walgreens.com, CVS.com, amazon.com, and ebay.com.  There is also a kid’s version.    WARNING:  There are other Xlear products, but you want the one that only contains the xylitol and grapefruit extract.   https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.12.02.408575v3.full.pdf   https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7645297/ XLEAR Nasal Spray (Pack of 2) with Xylitol, Saline, Purified Water and Grapefruit Seed Extract, for Optimal Health to Cleanse Sinuses and Nasal Passages, Use as Often as Needed, 1.5 fl. oz. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B5WMSV6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_mvneGb9X2HJT9   XLEAR Kid’s Nasal Spray (Pack of 2) with Xylitol, Saline, Purified Water and Grapefruit Seed Extract, to Moisturize and Soothe Children’s Nose and Sinuses While Alleviating Congestion.75 fl. oz. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B5W7PZ3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_cqneGbS971J0S   #covid #nasalspray #xlear #xylitol #grapefruitseed  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/NV89fz9pmhY   Personalized vaccines designed to spur immunity to a patient’s own cancer can control nasty tumors up to four years.  This exciting news comes from the immuno-oncologists at Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.   The study treated 8 patients who had advanced and potentially deadly melanoma with genetically-engineered vaccines that induce immunity to specific markers on their own tumors.  When the patients were followed for a median of four years after vaccination, all 8 patients were alive, and 6 had no signs of cancer.  Each patient had persisting tumor-killing T lymphocytes during the entire follow up period.   Such anti-tumor vaccines may help patients whose cancers have evaded conventional surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and conventional immunotherapy.   https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-020-01206-4   #vaccine #cancer #melanoma  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/FDMZSlBOkXc   When walking, stay furthest away from 50 year olds followed by those in their 80’s and then 20 somethings.  This warning stems from a Dutch study that looked at the incidence of positive CoVid tests in their population of 278,455.   The highest percent of positive CoVid tests were 11.5% for the 50 somethings, 10.3% for those 80 and older, and 9.3% for those in their 20s.  Those least likely to be CoVid positive were kids under 12 with 4.3%, those in their 30s with 6.7%, and 12-17 year olds with 7.1%.  Those with the highest numbers of positives also tended to have the most live virus in their samples.   https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.01.15.21249691v2.full.pdf   #covid #age #positivity  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/QcYjVj1fdmU   North Carolina oncologists report that former or current cigarette smokers are significantly more likely to suffer breast cancer lung metastases compared with non-smokers.  To find out why, they went into the lab and found, in a mouse model, that nicotine is the culprit.   In their human study group of 1077 breast cancer patients, the group of tobacco smokers had a 13% higher incidence of metastases.  To study the role of nicotine, they injected nicotine into mice previously given a mouse breast cancer.     The result: the nicotine injections increased the animals’ metastatic burden 100-fold.  The reason: nicotine triggers pro-tumor white cell activity that allows tumor cells to colonize distant tissues.   https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-020-20733-9   #breastcancer #metastasis #nicotine  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/9atJLxiblq4   The FDA and the Frito-Lay Co. are recalling Frito-Lay Ruffles Potato Chips.  There is undeclared milk in this product.  Those with a milk allergy could become ill if they ingest these potato chips.  This product was distributed in IA, KS, MO. NB, OK, and AK.  If you have these potato chips, return them to the point of purchase.  For more info, call Frito-Lay Consumer Relations at 1-800-352-4477.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/frito-lay-issues-voluntary-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-small-number-ruffles-original-potato-chips-0   #potatochips #fritolay #milk  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/RlApib9rLQk   The FDA and Hiland Dairy are recalling Hiland Dairy 1% low fat chocolate milk.  Some of this product may contain food-grade sanitizers that would trigger illness if ingested.  These products were sold in Oklahoma City and its metro area, Western Oklahoma, Dallas, San Antonio, and Tyler TX.  If you bought this product, return it to the point of purchase for a refund.  Those with additional questions may contact Hiland Dairy online at www.hilanddairy.com/contact-us.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hiland-dairy-announces-recall-hiland-dairy-half-pint-1-low-fat-chocolate-milk-cartons   #chocolate milk #hiland #contamination  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/mE08eGh0Y9k   The FDA, Lancaster Foods, Pero Family Farms, and Publix Super Markets are recalling a variety of butternut squash products that contain the squash from Pero Farms and Race West.  These have been found to have contamination with listeria monocytogenes.  This bacterium may cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in the very young, elders, and those with weak immune systems.    The Lancaster products were sold in NC, VA, DC, MD, PA, NY, NJ, CT, RI, MA, NH, and VT. The Pero Family Farms products were sold in LA, FL, TX, NY, ME, GA, OH, VA, AL, MO,    If you have purchased any of these products or products containing it, return it to the point of purchase for a refund.  For more information, contact Lancaster at 1-410-799-0010, X1530, Pero at 1-561-498-5771 X2107, and Publix at 1-800-242-1227.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/lancaster-foods-recalls-all-conventional-butternut-squash-items-were-processed-between-dates-122220 https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/pero-family-farms-food-co-issues-voluntary-recall-due-possible-health-risk https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/publix-steam-bag-product-recall   #butternut #squash #listeria  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/bdtAN-Daz3Y   The FDA and Lake Champlain Chocolates are recalling a variety of products including:  Hazelnut, Fruit & Nut, Almond, Granola Five Star Bars Organic Milk Chocolate Bar with Sea Salt & Almonds Milk Chocolate Almond Bark Chocolates of Vermont Green Mountain Any or all of these products may contain plastic pieces as foreign bodies.  They may trigger a choking hazard.  These items may be found in gift boxes, gift baskets, and gift packages and have been sold nationwide.  If you have these products, do not consume them.  You should contact the company via email.  The address is: [email protected]   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/potential-foreign-object-recall-lake-champlain-chocolates-issues-voluntary-recall-selected-milk   #chocolates #lakechamplain #foreignbodies  

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/xS2lRzuIEAU   The CPSC and Scalpa are recalling Scalpa Numb Maximum Strength Topical Anesthetic Cream.  This product contains the pharmaceutical lidocaine, also known as Xylocaine, and this agent must be sold in child-resistant packaging.  Scalpa has not provided that mandated safety measure. This cream has been sold on amazon.com and scalpashop.com.   If you have this product, store it in a safe location out of reach of children.  Contact Scalpa by calling 1-855-424-7828 to obtain a refund.   https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/scalpa-recalls-scalpa-numb-maximum-strength-topical-anesthetic-cream-due-to-failure-to   #anestheticcream #scalpa #lidocaine #xylocaine