New Zealand’s Covid-19 response inquiry largely supported vaccine mandates, acknowledging their negative impact on a minority while highlighting the country’s low Covid-19 death rate among developed nations. Lockdowns and mandates, though effective in curbing virus spread, eroded social cohesion and public trust. The report emphasized the need for significant investment in pandemic preparedness, including crucial “back-office” staff, while criticizing the government’s current public sector cuts. A second phase of the inquiry will investigate vaccine harms.
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It’s truly mind-boggling to think that the President of the United States, the leader of one of the most powerful nations in the world, could believe that a global pandemic would simply vanish into thin air. Unfortunately, that is exactly what happened with Donald Trump and COVID-19. His delusional belief that the virus would disappear like magic, without any real action or strategy in place, is both baffling and terrifying.
The fact that Trump based his COVID response on hearsay from Fox News and unproven treatments like hydroxychloroquine, rather than listening to expert advice from global health officials, speaks volumes about his lack of leadership and competence.… Continue reading
I remember it all too clearly. Trump’s COVID response was an absolute disaster from start to finish. From the early days where he downplayed the severity of the virus, to his refusal to take action and his blatant disregard for scientific evidence and expert advice, he failed the American people in every possible way.
I remember the chaos of not having proper PPE as a frontline healthcare worker, risking my own health and safety every day. I remember the confusion and panic caused by his mixed messages and lack of a coherent strategy. I remember the unfulfilled promises of testing and supplies that never materialized.… Continue reading
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