TWV Podcast Episode 455: Covid-19 Vaccines - Real World Data and Updated Vaccine Studies

This week on The Whole View Podcast, Stacy and I wrap up our covid-19 vaccine series with a discussion of some new important studies and real world data. Specifically, we share results from studies in pregnant and lactating women, data on breakthrough infections, vaccine coverage of the variants of concern, the science that went into the CDC’s recent updated guidance on mask wearing, menstrual irregularities as a side effect of the vaccines (and why), and we shared some thoughts on natural approaches to boost immunity versus vaccination.

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Once again, we took a data-driven approach, trying to present the science and facts with context, detail, nuance, integrity, compassion and as objectively as possible. As a reminder, I am always happy to engage in good-faith conversation regarding scientific evidence, and strive to create an informative, engaging, and supportive

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CDC to Issue Guidelines As Long-Haul COVID Numbers Rise

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