Flu surges in Louisiana as health department barred from promoting flu shotsFlu is rising around the country, but Louisiana is well ahead

[Twisted Gypsy Child]

I can't remember the last time I was down with a cold or flu. Been at least a decade. That's 10 mystery shot that I would have had for nothing. No benefit to me whatsoever...and at minimum a risk of harm that would have been unnecessary.

If you have a weakened immune system, or you're elderly, or you get a severe flu every year... maybe the vaccine is right for you.

But not me. I have to be on the verge of death to take anything beyond an aspirin... and a bottle of aspirin may last five years.

Aspirin should be discarded every two to three years. The idea of 5 years is ridiculous

 

[Sherlock Holmes]

I can't remember the last time I was down with a cold or flu. Been at least a decade. That's 10 mystery shot that I would have had for nothing. No benefit to me whatsoever...and at minimum a risk of harm that would have been unnecessary.

So on that basis you'd like to not have to wear a seatbelt when driving, yes?

If you have a weakened immune system, or you're elderly, or you get a severe flu every year... maybe the vaccine is right for you.

But not me. I have to be on the verge of death to take anything beyond an aspirin... and a bottle of aspirin may last five years.

Not if you live like this, as a great many people on earth do:

 

[Captain Caveman]

Louisiana banned its public health entities from recommending vaccines. Shockingly its way ahead of the country in flu and MPOX. Thoughts?

Flu surges in Louisiana as health department barred from promoting flu shots

Flu is rising around the country, but Louisiana is well ahead of the curve.

arstechnica.com

Flu season is ramping up across the US, but Louisiana—the state that has reportedly barred its health department from promoting flu shots, as well as COVID-19 and mpox vaccines—is leading the country with an early and strong surge.

Louisiana's flu activity has reached the "Very High" category set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to the latest data. The 13-category scale is based on the percentage of doctor's visits that were for influenza-like illnesses (ILIs) in the previous week. Louisiana is at the first of three "Very High" levels. Oregon is the only other state to have reached this level. The rest of the country spans the scale, with 13 jurisdictions at "High," including New York City and Washington, DC. There are 11 at "Moderate," 10 at "Low," and 19 at "Minimal."
Last week, NPR, KFF Health News, and New Orleans Public Radio WWNO reported that the state had forbidden the health department and its workers from promoting annual flu shots, as well as vaccines for COVID-19 and mpox. The policy was explicitly kept quiet and officials have avoided putting it in writing.

I never bother with the flu shot, the girlfriend gets them every year. We've both just had the flu and she wasn't any better off them me.

My advice to those wanting the flu shot, don't bother, it's a placebo.

 

[Oddball]

It's so effective that you need 76 of them!!

 

[MisterBeale]

Food stops the flu?

Yes. Vitamins C & D, and (ironically enough,) zinc have shown some effectiveness.

https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/fight-off-the-flu-with-nutrients

 

[Missourian]

Aspirin should be discarded every two to three years. The idea of 5 years is ridiculous

I live dangerously.

 

[Sherlock Holmes]

Funny how Gates (since he was brought up) will not allow his kids to get jabbed. Hmmmm. Maybe some of the dingalings will muse on that for awhile. Or not.

It's winter. Flu happens.

Duh

Gates' children are all adults.

 

[Sherlock Holmes]

It's not safe at all, and both Pfizer and Moderna know it.

How do you know what they know?

Firearms are a red herring.

Are they safe and effective?

 

[john doe 101]

we pick america,,

so when are you leaving??

I'm going nowhere, traitor.

 

[john doe 101]

They didn't ban the flu shot, they banned the govt agency from WASTING TAXPAYER MONEY ADVERTISING THE FLU SHOT. So that means everyone in Lousiana can get a flu shot if they want one. Just move on to the next dumb thing to get hysterical about.

Damn you're stupid.

 

[DukeU]

The red hats need to stay with their own kind.

Amen to that.

Now if we can just figure out a way to keep you guys from immigrating here all will be good.

 

[MisterBeale]

I live dangerously.

I think you will be just fine if no moisture gets to it.

When Aspirin Goes Bad Is It Bad?

You may have seen a warning, that when you detect a vinegar smell from your bottle of aspirin it's time to toss it. But is this really a concern? Here are a few facts you may not know.

www.acsh.org

 

[DukeU]

I've never had a flu shot.

Ditto.

 

[Missourian]

Aspirin should be discarded every two to three years. The idea of 5 years is ridiculous

Besides...as usual.. you scaremongers are completely full of shit...

How long you can take medications like ibuprofen and aspirin after opening them

INSIDER asked a doctor how long it's safe to use medications like ibuprofen, Tylenol, and sleeping pills after they expire. Here's what she said.

www.businessinsider.com

 

[Gracie]

Dayum. Some real idiots are in this thread, goosestepping like they are supposed to.

 

[john doe 101]

Amen to that.

Now if we can just figure out a way to keep you guys from immigrating here all will be good.

That makes no sense.

 

[Twisted Gypsy Child]

I think you will be just fine if no moisture gets to it.

When Aspirin Goes Bad Is It Bad?

You may have seen a warning, that when you detect a vinegar smell from your bottle of aspirin it's time to toss it. But is this really a concern? Here are a few facts you may not know.

www.acsh.org

I trust the manufacturer

Bayer AG recommends discarding aspirin after two or three years.

 

[Twisted Gypsy Child]

Besides...as usual.. you scaremongers are completely full of shit...

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How long you can take medications like ibuprofen and aspirin after opening them

INSIDER asked a doctor how long it's safe to use medications like ibuprofen, Tylenol, and sleeping pills after they expire. Here's what she said.

www.businessinsider.com

Bayer AG recommends discarding aspirin after two or three years.
I work in the medical industry.

 

[Oddball]

How do you know what they know?

 

[Sherlock Holmes]

Besides...as usual.. you scaremongers are completely full of shit...

View attachment 1057483

How long you can take medications like ibuprofen and aspirin after opening them

INSIDER asked a doctor how long it's safe to use medications like ibuprofen, Tylenol, and sleeping pills after they expire. Here's what she said.

www.businessinsider.com

DukeU

The life and tragic death of John Eyers – a fitness fanatic who refused the vaccine

He did triathlons, bodybuilding and mountain climbing and became sceptical of the Covid jab. Then, at 42, he contracted the virus

www.theguardian.com