Why are Excess Deaths Considered Inconvenient Facts?
Dr. Philip McMillan discusses the taboo topic of excess deaths related to COVID-19. • 00:04
Andrew Bridgend in the UK has persistently raised awareness on excess deaths. • 01:02
A debate on excess deaths was scheduled around the 12th of April, potentially signaling a shift in approach. • 01:23
Frontiers in Immunity presentation is upcoming as part of advanced COVID-19 research. • 01:47
Dr. McMillan focuses on general immunity and the immune system in relation to COVID-19, particularly the cytokine storm. • 02:03
Audience encouraged to join the presentation for comprehensive insights on immunity. • 02:19
Politicians may have changed their stance on excess deaths, prompting caution and vigilance. • 02:37
Significant changes in UK excess mortality estimation methodology in February 2024. • 02:57
New method uses a more complex average to calculate excess deaths. • 03:33
Comparison between old and new methods shows a difference in excess death trends. • 04:24
Question arises about the timing of the methodology change and its impact on excess death reporting. • 05:19
New calculation methods show a decrease in excess deaths, potentially masking the true impact of mortality trends. • 05:37
Concerns raised about the accuracy and transparency of reporting on mortality data, particularly in relation to COVID-19 waves. • 05:54
The shift in reporting methods may lead to a narrative that downplays the significance of excess deaths. • 06:12
Questions raised about the lack of concern regarding excess deaths and the potential impact of decision-making on public health. • 07:27
The issue of excess deaths is linked to decisions made around lockdown measures and their potential consequences on public health. • 07:54
The reluctance to address excess deaths may stem from a desire to avoid accountability for past decisions and their impact. • 08:15
Significant increase in economically inactive sick individuals, reaching 2.8 million in the UK. • 08:23
Unprecedented rise in long-term sickness-related deaths despite claims of no excess deaths. • 09:36
Urgent need to address the underlying health issues causing the surge in sickness and mortality. • 10:20
Questioning the reluctance of authorities to acknowledge and investigate the concerning trend. • 10:40
Emphasizing the importance of prioritizing public health over saving face or avoiding uncomfortable truths. • 02:03
Audience encouraged to join the presentation for comprehensive insights on immunity. • 11:16
Excess deaths impact friends, family, and co-workers, not random individuals. • 11:26
Ignoring excess deaths can lead to high mortality rates and trap discussions • 11:43
New methodologies will need to be changed due to rising death numbers. • 11:59
Excess deaths affect working-age individuals more than the elderly. • 12:16
Acknowledgement and mitigation of excess deaths are crucial for resolving the issue. • 12:39
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