12 chapters across the catalog
West Nile Virus and Bird Flu, Missouri Human Case
Health officials in New Jersey reported deaths from West Nile virus, while the CDC identified a human case of bird flu in Missouri with no known animal contact. The Missouri patient has recovered, and while the risk to the general public remains low, the media is accused of attempting to create a new health scare.
Health officials in New Jersey and New Hampshire report deaths from West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (Triple E). Media reports introduce the term "Mosquito Days" to describe the extended season favorable to insects due to climate change. A featured story from the NBC Today show highlights an 18-year-old Missouri boy paralyzed by a mosquito bite.
Health officials are warning of "Sloth Fever" (Oropouche virus) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) spread by mosquitoes and midges. The CDC attributes the rise in these illnesses to climate change and heat. The hosts link these warnings to Bill Gates's involvement in genetically modified mosquito projects and his previous TED Talk demonstrations.
Anthony Fauci Hospitalized, West Nile and Triple-E Virus
Dr. Anthony Fauci was hospitalized for six days after contracting West Nile virus from a mosquito bite. Simultaneously, officials in Massachusetts have implemented a voluntary 6 p.m. curfew in several towns due to the threat of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (Triple-E), a rare but potentially fatal mosquito-borne illness.
PaxVax Australia, Aerial Vaccine Spraying Controversy
The company PaxVax reportedly applied for permission in Australia to utilize aerial spraying for a modified live bacterial vaccine against cholera. The discussion compares this to previous West Nile virus spraying efforts in New York. Concerns are raised regarding the safety of dispersing attenuated viruses over populated areas via crop dusters.
Executive Producer Donations, Sir Christoph Herring, Sir Jim Catman
The hosts acknowledge high-value donations from the No Agenda community, including an $888.88 contribution from Thomas Nussbaum. Christoph Herring is knighted as "Sir Christoph Herring, Knight of the Blockchain," and Jim Catman is knighted while recovering from West Nile virus and pending knee surgery.
West Nile Virus Symptoms and Vitamin B Mosquito Repellent
An update is provided on a family member's illness, which was initially thought to be the flu but is suspected to be West Nile Virus. A health tip is shared regarding the use of Vitamin B complex as a natural deterrent to prevent mosquito bites.
West Nile Virus, Manhattan Spraying and Drought
New York City officials have begun spraying Manhattan to combat the West Nile virus despite a significant drought. The hosts question the logic of a mosquito surge during a period of low water and high heat, as mosquitoes typically require standing water to breed. They suggest the spraying may have motivations beyond public health, labeling it "Bloomberg's love potion."
West Nile Virus Outbreak and Malaria No More Charity
The White House and CDC are highlighting a West Nile virus outbreak, primarily in Texas, which has resulted in 42 deaths. This public health focus coincides with "World Mosquito Day" and the "Malarious" campaign by the charity Malaria No More, which is backed by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The discussion questions the effectiveness of these campaigns compared to the historical use of DDT.
West Nile Virus, Texas Drought, and Aerial Spraying
An outbreak of West Nile virus in Texas is linked paradoxically to the ongoing drought, which concentrates birds and mosquitoes at limited water sources. The hosts discuss the symptoms of West Nile encephalitis and the state's decision to begin aerial spraying of insecticides. They compare the current situation to historical spraying during the Lyndon B. Johnson administration.
A West Nile virus outbreak in Plano, Texas, has led officials to recommend the "four Ds" of protection, including the use of DEET. A producer's research into DEET reveals potential side effects such as altered mental states, parathesias, and "grandiose delusions." The hosts joke that being "belligerent" from DEET exposure could make a citizen a target for drone surveillance.
Chikungunya Virus, US National Research Council Warning
The Chikungunya virus, a mosquito-borne illness from Africa, is identified as a new health threat to the United States and Europe. Unlike the West Nile virus, Chikungunya is often fatal and currently has no vaccine. Dr. James Diaz warned the National Research Council that the disease has already begun spreading locally in Italy and France.
