4 chapters across the catalog
Ivermectin, a drug traditionally used as a dewormer for livestock, is also used in human medicine to treat conditions like rosacea and head lice. Discussion centered on the significant price discrepancy between human-grade ointments and veterinary versions of the same chemical compound. The drug has recently gained attention as a potential prophylactic and treatment for COVID-19.
Dr. Richard Bartlett, Inhaled Budesonide COVID-19 Treatment
Dr. Richard Bartlett of West Texas is promoting the use of inhaled budesonide, a common asthma steroid, as a highly effective and inexpensive treatment for COVID-19. Bartlett claims a 100% success rate with his patients using a nebulizer, a protocol he says is also used in Taiwan and Singapore. The treatment costs approximately $200 and reportedly provides immediate relief from respiratory distress and fever.
Michael Jackson, Murder Theory, MSNBC Interview Fallout
During a live MSNBC segment, a guest suggested that investigators should pursue a murder angle regarding Michael Jackson's death, citing the singer's physical readiness for his O2 Arena residency. The comment caused an immediate awkward silence from the anchor and led to the guest being abruptly cut from the broadcast. The segment also noted that Jackson's final rehearsals were captured in high definition, suggesting a future commercial video release.
The hosts discuss the difficulty of obtaining Tamiflu during the swine flu scare, particularly within the UK's National Health Service. One host expresses concern for family members in Holland and England, seeking a prescription as a precautionary measure. The conversation touches on the ethics of stockpiling antivirals for travel and the potential for doctors to over-prescribe medications for financial gain.
