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Covid Boosters – Does not knowing risk equate to having no risk?

May 7, 2024 | COVID-19, Research, Treatment

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Vaccination impact on long covid patients and immune response discussed in recent study.

  • Vaccination associated with decrease in post-covid conditions and pro-inflammatory cytokines. • 2:57

  • Sars-Cov-2 S1 antigen found in blood of post-covid patients, regardless of vaccination status. • 3:29

  • Study conducted in late 2020-2021 showed improved symptoms in vaccinated patients. • 3:53

Understanding the potential risks of administering vaccines without knowing the mechanism of improvement.

  • Study population: 83 participants in Canada with post-COVID conditions. • 4:06

  • Participants received various vaccines with the option of one or two doses. • 5:03

  • No change in Spike protein concentration despite symptom improvement post-vaccination. • 6:51

  • Caution against assuming benefits without understanding the mechanism of improvement. • 7:21

  • Need for further research to determine the effects and risks of vaccination. • 7:33

Importance of understanding risks in decision-making regarding Covid boosters.

  • Balancing risks and benefits in vaccination discussions is crucial for informed decisions. • 7:58

  • Acknowledging unknown risks and uncertainties is essential in medical advice. • 8:27

  • Long-term risks may not be immediately apparent, emphasizing the need for ongoing evaluation. • 8:36

  • Increased levels of non-inflammatory IGG-4 antibodies post-MRNA vaccination may contribute to improved symptoms. • 10:52

  • Educating oneself on the factors influencing vaccine effectiveness is key in decision-making. • 11:32

Understanding the potential risks and benefits of IgG4 in improving symptoms of long Covid post-vaccination.

  • IgG4 may play a role in reducing symptoms of long Covid after vaccination. • 12:50

  • Elevated IgG4 levels post-vaccination may have implications on long-term immunity. • 13:33

  • Concerns about potential risks of IgG4 reducing the ability of the immune system to fight the virus. • 14:06

  • Uncertainty regarding the longevity of symptom improvement with IgG4 elevation. • 14:49

  • Consideration of temporary benefits versus unknown medium to long-term risks. • 15:06

Informed decision-making on potential risks of treatments is crucial for individuals' health.

  • Steroids may help suppress symptoms of immunemediated conditions, but long-term risks are unknown. • 15:21

  • Uncertainty exists regarding the risks of treatments like steroids and igg4. • 15:42

  • Informed consent involves understanding suggested benefits and unknown risks. • 16:51

  • Educating individuals allows them to make decisions based on personal risk assessment. • 17:14

  • Science should empower individuals to make informed decisions for themselves. • 17:23

  • Making decisions based on understanding and personal interest is key. • 17:30

  • Importance of considering risks and benefits in decision-making processes. • 17:53