patrick.net

https://www.cureus.com/articles/93826-correlation-between-mask-compliance-and-covid-19-outcomes-in-europe

Masking was the single most common non-pharmaceutical intervention in the course of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Most countries have implemented recommendations or mandates regarding the use of masks in public spaces. The aim of this short study was to analyse the correlation between mask usage against morbidity and mortality rates in the 2020-2021 winter in Europe. Data from 35 European countries on morbidity, mortality, and mask usage during a six-month period were analysed and crossed. Mask usage was more homogeneous in Eastern Europe than in Western European countries. Spearman's correlation coefficients between mask usage and COVID-19 outcomes were either null or positive, depending on the subgroup of countries and type of outcome (cases or deaths). Positive correlations were stronger in Western than in Eastern European countries. These findings indicate that countries with high levels of mask compliance did not perform better than those with low mask usage.

https://spectatorworld.com/topic/end-masking-inflight-fight-club-mask-mandates/

Mask Mandates Caused MORE COVID Deaths, Study Alleges.
THE BOMBSHELL CLAIMS WILL OPEN A NEW AVENUE OF INQUIRY INTO THE PUBLIC HEALTH RESPONSE TO THE COVID PANDEMIC.
BY NATALIE WINTERS
MAY 26, 2022
https://thenationalpulse.com/2022/05/26/counties-with-mask-mandates-had-higher-covid-19-death-rates/

Once upon a time, the DOJ, said it would appeal a judges ruling against mandatory mask wearing on airplanes if the CDC asked it to. Well, the CDC asked the DOJ to appeal and the DOJ said it would.

It seems that settled science (political science) has trumped this stance as it seems this case has been put to the wayside.

The DOJ is supposed to be apolitical. Just add this to the Department of Jokes memes.

https://covidreason.substack.com/p/ny-times-mask-mandates-do-not-work

https://journals.lww.com/md-journal/Fulltext/2022/02180/The_Foegen_effect__A_mechanism_by_which_facemasks.60.aspx

A parallelization analysis based on county-level data showed that in Kansas, counties with mask mandate had significantly higher case fatality rates than counties without mask mandate, with a risk ratio of 1.85 (95% confidence interval [95% CI]: 1.51–2.10) for COVID-19-related deaths. Even after adjusting for the number of “protected persons,” that is, the number of persons who were not infected in the mask-mandated group compared to the no-mask group, the risk ratio remained significantly high at 1.52 (95% CI: 1.24–1.72). By analyzing the excess mortality in Kansas, this study determines that over 95% of this effect can solely be attributed to COVID-19.

These findings suggest that mask use might pose a yet unknown threat to the user instead of protecting them, making mask mandates a debatable epidemiologic intervention.

The cause of this trend is explained herein using the “Foegen effect” theory; that is, deep re-inhalation of hypercondensed droplets or pure virions caught in facemasks as droplets can worsen prognosis and might be linked to long-term effects of COVID-19 infection.

https://markcrispinmiller.substack.com/p/the-gray-lady-quietly-concedes-that

The Gray Lady (quietly) concedes that masks have zero impact on COVID
And if the NYTimes were a real newspaper, dedicated to the truth, and public good, it would be HEADLINING that "discovery," to get all those STILL wearing masks to TAKE THEM OFF!

We still see the people wearing N-95s while walking in the park.
At this point I just kind of pity their mental disease.

Misc says

Once upon a time, the DOJ, said it would appeal a judges ruling against mandatory mask wearing on airplanes if the CDC asked it to. Well, the CDC asked the DOJ to appeal and the DOJ said it would.

It seems that settled science (political science) has trumped this stance as it seems this case has been put to the wayside.

The DOJ is supposed to be apolitical. Just add this to the Department of Jokes memes.

They must've heard me bitching and filed. They still don't deserve a paycheck.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/news/justice-department-appeals-mask-mandate-ruling-but-here-s-why-it-won-t-matter-to-you-for-now/ar-AAXYKXy?li=BBnbklE

Onvacation says

We still see the people wearing N-95s while walking in the park.
At this point I just kind of pity their mental disease.

They are pitiful, but also dangerous. This level of mental illness is a threat to society.

https://covidreason.substack.com/p/masking-children-is-an-ineffective-2d5

“Our data indicate that children are at far greater risk of critical illness from influenza than from COVID-19.” Source (JAMA Network)

“Children and young people remain at low risk from COVID-19 mortality.” Source (OSF PrePrint)

“…children are not the main drivers of SARS-CoV-2 transmission.” Source (CMAJ Group)

Children rarely transmit infection to others and more frequently have an asymptomatic or mild course compared to adults. Source (Journal of Medical Virology)

Asymptomatic spread in long-exposure, household settings was less than 1%. Source (JAMANetwork)

“…could not provide evidence for a relevant asymptomatic spread… in childcare facilities… in a low nor a high prevalence setting.” Source (MedRxIV)

“For adults living with children there is no evidence of an increased risk of severe COVID outcomes” Source (MedRxIV)

Increased household exposure to kids was associated w/ a smaller risk of testing positive or hospitalization w/ Covid Source (MedRxIV)

“…we did not note any association between mask use and risk…” Source (The Lancet)

“Evidence regarding the effectiveness of non-medical face masks for the prevention of COVID-19 is scarce.” Source (ECDC)

“…people must not touch their masks, must change their single-use masks frequently or wash them regularly…” Source (BMJ)

The effectiveness of high-grade masks for flue was linked to correct usage. Source (NIH)

Children have a lower tolerance to wearing masks and may fail to use them properly. Source (ECDC)

“…household use of face masks is associated with low adherence and is ineffective for controlling seasonal respiratory disease.” Source (EID)

“…it’s difficult for some autistic people to wear masks because of sensitivity issues,” Source (OAR)

Deaf and Disabled children can feel isolated from other children and adults who are wearing masks. Source (The Guardian)

“Extended mask-wearing by the general population could lead to relevant effects and consequences in many medical fields.” Source (MDPI)

“Psychosocial, biological, and immunological risks for children and pupils…” Source (BMJ)

School masks: face coverings could damage children’s speech development, warn scientists. Source (The Telegraph)

“…wearing masks throughout the day can hinder language and socio-emotional development, particularly for younger children.” Source (AAP)

A database tracking mask mandates has seen no clear benefit to masking children Source (Qualtrics Dashboard)

“…the data shows that districts’ face covering policies do not impact the spread of the virus,” Source (FL Education Board)

Delta does not seem to change the game No difference in risk of hospitalisation between Delta variant and Alpha Source (MedRxIV)

The viral dynamics of the Delta variant are similar to those of Alpha. Source (MedRxIV)

Studies in favor of school masking have been extremely flawed North Carolina study without a control group.Source (WSJ)

CDC (MMWR) studies have numerous flaws. Source (Thread)

https://nitter.net/PrisonPlanet/status/1535639305066008576#m

https://brownstone.org/articles/the-incredible-persistence-of-the-myth-of-masking/

We’ll get into the details shortly, but the conclusion gives a fantastic overview of the results:

While no cause-effect conclusions could be inferred from this observational analysis, the lack of negative correlations between mask usage and COVID-19 cases and deaths suggest that the widespread use of masks at a time when an effective intervention was most needed, i.e., during the strong 2020-2021 autumn-winter peak, was not able to reduce COVID-19 transmission. Moreover, the moderate positive correlation between mask usage and deaths in Western Europe also suggests that the universal use of masks may have had harmful unintended consequences.

https://townhall.com/columnists/scottmorefield/2022/06/13/the-latest-mask-research-is-bad-news-for-branch-covidians-n2608609

The paper’s stated most important finding: “... contrary to the accepted thought that fewer people are dying because infection rates are reduced by masks, this was not the case … Results from this study strongly suggest that mask mandates actually caused about 1.5 times the number of deaths or ~50% more deaths compared to no mask mandates.” The study theorized that the so-called “Foegen effect,” whereby hypercondensed droplets caught by masks are re-inhaled and introduced deeper into the respiratory tract, could be responsible for the increased Covid mortality rate.

I am at Bush airport N of Houston. Federal checkpoints have "masks mandatory" signs with officers wearing them. Over 95% of diverse Texans dont and just ignore the signs. Officers dont say anything.
A few older and infirm people are the only ones wearing masks. In contrast, my wife returned recently from Minneapolis and it is infected with maskholes.

I think we are separating more and more into two different countries.

Bd6r says

I am at Bush airport N of Houston. Federal checkpoints have "masks mandatory" signs with officers wearing them. Over 95% of diverse Texans dont and just ignore the signs. Officers dont say anything.
A few older and infirm people are the only ones wearing masks. In contrast, my wife returned recently from Minneapolis and it is infected with maskholes.

I think we are separating more and more into two different countries.

I sure hope so. Tiz the answer to the insanity imo.

That's the virus on the left.

https://nitter.net/DavidAnber/status/1544120860356796417#m

David Anber, Criminal Lawyer 🇨🇦
@DavidAnber
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It’s hilarious when the mask-obsessed finally realize that there’s no rhyme or reason to mandatory mask rules.

Don S. Dizon MD 🇬🇺
@drdonsdizon
Jul 4
Recalling my recent trip via #pearsonairport in #Toronto. Security made me change masks- paper mask mandated. No others allowed...including N95. 😐and no one could explain the rationale. #covid19

Patrick says

These findings suggest that mask use might pose a yet unknown threat to the user instead of protecting them, making mask mandates a debatable epidemiologic intervention.

I'm not hippy dippy, but we do go to a holistic pediatrician. Still get the normal vaccinations. The doc is a really cool chick. She has to require masks I guess getting into the building. Once in the room though she says take that shit off. Not a joke. In front of my kid. If she was hot my dick would have punctured my shorts.

First time I've worn a mask since flying to Mexico. Was fucking weird. 6 months I think? Travel is the only time I put one on now at this point.

Full picture

Smoke goes right through masks and the coronavirus is much smaller.

In Mexico City right now and often a majority of people walking down the street are masked. Can't go into any museum without them.

https://rwmalonemd.substack.com/p/systemic-harms-to-our-children

Carbon dioxide rises beyond acceptable safety levels in children under nose and mouth covering: Results of an experimental measurement study in healthy children
Environ Res. 2022 Sep; 212: 113564. 2022 May 28. doi: 10.1016/j.envres.2022.113564

This shocking paper had no coverage by the state-sponsored media, even though it shows that the average CO2 levels in inhaled air with nose and mouth coverings in children between age 6 and 17 is well beyond acceptable levels. ...

In conclusion we have produced experimental data that show that carbon dioxide content in inhaled air rises on average to 13,000 to 13,750 ppm no matter whether children wear a surgical or an FFP2 mask. This is far beyond the level of 2,000 ppm considered the limit of acceptability and beyond the 1,000 ppm that are normal for air in closed rooms. This estimate is rather on the low side, as we only measured this after a short time without physical exertion. Decision makers and law courts should take this into consideration when establishing rules and guidance to fight infections.

Onvacation says

In Mexico City right now and often a majority of people walking down the street are masked. Can't go into any museum without them.

They generally didn't enforce it the two times I went, but that was Cancun area. Probably to not hurt tourism. I've never gotten sick in Mexico and I usually forget to use the bottled water when brushing my teeth. Otherwise it's mimosa or beer. I do not trust their water supply though some hotels/resorts have their own filtration. Mexico City is obviously a different trip, but I'm betting you're getting some great authentic Mexican food. I want a taco now...

Tangent aside, masks obviously don't do shit or covid would have ceased to exist and our own medial god Fauci said they didn't work.

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-022-15409-x

Bacterial and fungal isolation from face masks under the COVID-19 pandemic ...

We propose that immunocompromised people should avoid repeated use of masks to prevent microbial infection.

https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/new-study-adds-growing-body-evidence-suggesting-mask-mandates-are-ineffective