Morning Wire Thursday | August 5, 2021
Aug 5, 2021
A Johns Hopkins expert challenges mask and vaccine mandates, raising questions about their evidence and effectiveness. Political turmoil unfolds as scrutiny intensifies for Governor Cuomo amid harassment allegations. Meanwhile, an Olympic sprinter’s dramatic escape from Belarus highlights the dire consequences of dissent in an oppressive regime. The podcast also addresses the complex dynamics of vaccination, the spread of the Delta variant, and the implications of public health politicization.
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COVID Metrics
- Track daily new COVID hospitalizations, not just positive tests.
- Many positive tests detect dead virus particles, not active infections.
Immunity vs. Vaccination
- Focus on immunity status (immune vs. non-immune), not just vaccination status.
- Natural immunity from prior infection is significant and should be considered.
Provincetown Data
- The CDC's updated mask guidance was influenced by data from a specific event in Provincetown.
- This data may not be generalizable due to specific circumstances like partying and weather.
