The Megyn Kelly Show COVID Truth on Lockdowns, Vaccines and Schools, with the Great Barrington Declaration Doctors | Ep. 34
Dec 7, 2020
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor and co-author of the Great Barrington Declaration, and Dr. Martin Kulldorff, a Harvard professor, share insights on alternative COVID strategies prioritizing vulnerable populations. They debate the effectiveness of lockdowns and critique public health responses, especially concerning children's mental health. Dr. David Dowdy from Johns Hopkins adds a contrasting view, discussing vaccine efficacy and social impacts. The conversation emphasizes the need for balanced approaches in managing the pandemic.
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Age and COVID-19 Risk
- COVID-19 mortality risk varies significantly with age, posing a greater threat to the elderly than the annual flu.
- For children, COVID-19 is less dangerous than the flu, with a survival rate of 99.95% for those under 70.
Herd Immunity and Focused Protection
- Herd immunity is the inevitable endpoint of the pandemic, regardless of the strategy employed.
- The Great Barrington Declaration emphasizes focused protection of the vulnerable while mitigating lockdown harms.
Protecting the Vulnerable and Keeping Schools Open
- Prioritize protecting older individuals, especially in nursing homes, through frequent testing of staff and visitors.
- Avoid closing schools as COVID-19 poses minimal risk to children, while school closures cause significant harm.