Topic: Covid Treatments

ABC News featured a segment promoting Paxlovid as a critical treatment for COVID-19, which the hosts identify as "native advertising" tied to pharmaceutical sponsorships. The report claims Paxlovid reduces hospitalization risk by 90%, even as newer studies suggest decreasing effectiveness. The hosts mock the scripted nature of these morning show health segments and the financial ties between networks and drug makers.

President Joe Biden experienced a "rebound" COVID-19 infection after completing a course of Pfizer's antiviral drug, Paxlovid. White House COVID Response Coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha defended the drug on The View, stating its primary purpose is to prevent hospitalization. The segment highlights the heavy marketing of "authorized oral treatments" and the normalization of rebound infections in high-profile patients.

An NPR report by the disinformation team profiles a woman who died of COVID-19 after refusing vaccines and seeking "unproven" treatments like Ivermectin. The report targets Dr. Pierre Kory and other "fringe" doctors who prescribe alternative medications. The discussion notes the growing popularity of "functional medicine" as patients lose trust in the Western medical establishment.

The FDA abruptly revoked the emergency use authorization for certain monoclonal antibody treatments, claiming they are ineffective against the Omicron variant. This decision resulted in the immediate cancellation of appointments for patients already scheduled for the treatment. Critics argue the move removes a vital tool for early intervention and leaves patients with fewer options.

France 24 reports on the "false miracle drug" ivermectin, noting a court case in Ohio where a judge ordered a hospital to administer the drug. The report contrasts this with "real" treatments under development, such as the French drug XAV-19 and the existing drug Actemra. Additionally, Pfizer is reportedly developing a twice-a-day COVID pill intended to be taken alongside vaccines.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis promotes the use of Regeneron monoclonal antibody treatments, opening 21 sites across the state to provide the service free of charge. The treatment is reported to reduce the risk of hospitalization by 70%, though it receives less media attention than vaccines.

The White House and NIH announced a $3.2 billion investment to develop over-the-counter antiviral pills for COVID-19, with Merck expected to be a primary contractor. Meanwhile, President Biden's goal of 70% adult vaccination by July 4th is slipping, with the national rate currently at 65%. Vice President Kamala Harris has framed the vaccination effort in biblical terms, urging citizens to "love thy neighbor."

The Frontline COVID Critical Care Alliance (FLCCC) is documenting what they describe as a disinformation campaign against Ivermectin as an early treatment for COVID-19. Additionally, medical discussions highlight the role of the thymus in children's T-cell immunity, which may explain why they act as a buffer against the virus.

Dr. Merrick discusses a "national catastrophe" where patients are forced to educate their own doctors on COVID-19 treatments like Ivermectin. Because major pharmaceutical companies have suppressed information on off-patent treatments, the general public is now providing clinical data to physicians to secure prescriptions.

Nadia Borch, an associate executive producer, shared that she has been approved to treat critical COVID-19 patients using an extracorporeal filter that removes the virus from the blood. She also dedicated her donation to her husband, Brandon, a Freemason who jokingly refers to her as "Illuminati-a."

Reports indicate that the FBI has raided medical spas for offering high-dose intravenous Vitamin C as a treatment for COVID-19. While Vitamin C has long been used for immune support, federal authorities are cracking down on clinics that claim it can "cure" the virus. The hosts discuss the potential effectiveness of IV Vitamin C based on historical medical papers.