Summary
Ohio veterans voice their concerns over Senator Sherrod Brown's policies, claiming he prioritizes taxpayer-funded benefits for illegal immigrants over the healthcare needs of veterans. They argue that Brown has broken his promises to those who served in the military by attempting to eliminate VA healthcare, which they deem unacceptable.
The discussion shifts to the global COVID-19 situation, particularly focusing on the Omicron variant's impact in Hong Kong and its potential spread in China. Hong Kong, which had previously maintained low infection rates due to strict control measures, now faces a surge in cases attributed to low vaccination rates among the elderly. This situation raises concerns about a similar outcome in mainland China, where trust issues regarding government measures complicate public health responses.
The podcast also analyzes vaccination rates and the effectiveness of different vaccines across various countries. While New Zealand shows a high vaccination rate leading to lower hospitalization rates, Hong Kong's struggles highlight the consequences of inadequate vaccination among vulnerable populations. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the need for proactive measures in future pandemics, emphasizing the importance of building immunity through natural infection and vaccination.
Show Notes
Hong Kong, massive omicron wave, Africa update videoUploaded 20-03-22https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_iQGDxtsTAWefwafwa’s community health channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzsLklGgOttU3Se-WGLp7owhttps://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/mar/18/hong-kong-covid-surge-vaccination-ratesBeaches, theatres, museums, schools, gyms, libraries are shut.Two people can meet in publicStrategy so far, keep the virus outTrust issues, controlsResidential blocks suddenly cut offUnvaccinated over 80NZ, 2%HK, 66%Low levels of natural immunityOut of coffinsOut of morgue spaceBody bags on wardsChinahttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/3/19/china-reports-first-covid-deaths-since-january-2021Cases, + 4,365 + 4,051Deaths, + 2 = 4,638Fist since January 26th 2021Zero-COVID strategyTens of millions, stay-home ordersTravel bansBuilt 8 makeshift hospitalsQuarantine centresQuarantined for days or weeksPresident XiChina to ‘stick with’ zero-COVID strategycontinue to put people and life at the forefront, stick with scientific accuracy and dynamic-zero, and curb the spread of the epidemic as soon as possibleKing Canute and the tide (1028)(Henry of Huntingdon)https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b7/Canute_rebukes_his_courtiers.pngSouth Africahttps://www.nicd.ac.za/diseases-a-z-index/disease-index-covid-19/surveillance-reports/daily-hospital-surveillance-datcov-report/Africahttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/mar/16/global-powers-inch-closer-to-agreement-to-waive-covid-vaccine-patentsCompromise, United States, European Union, India, South Africa, end a deadlock over an intellectual property waiver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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