Animal Rehabilitation, Acupuncture and Integrative Veterinary Medicine…An Interview with Dr. Justine Ma, DVM

Justine Ma, DVM
California Animal Rehabilitation
2237 Colby Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone (310) 998-CARE | (310) 998-2273,
Fax: (310) 998-2274
JMa@CalAnimalRehab.com

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(Overview, Summary and Outline created by ChatGPT from interview transcript edited by Kirk Hamilton PA)

Interview Overview…

In this Staying Healthy Today interview, Kirk Hamilton, PA, speaks with Justine Ma, DVM, about her path into veterinary medicine and her specialized work in animal rehabilitation, acupuncture, and integrative veterinary care. Dr. Ma explains that her commitment to animal medicine began in adolescence after being bitten while volunteering at a humane society, an experience that deepened rather than discouraged her desire to help animals. She trained at UC Davis, initially considered public health, and later pursued acupuncture certification through Chi University (Florida) while working in small animal practice, driven by a growing sense that conventional veterinary medicine alone often falls short for chronic conditions and that a broader, more integrative toolkit could better serve patients. She now works at a rehabilitation-focused veterinary practice where acupuncture is used alongside physical therapy and other rehabilitation modalities. Throughout the interview, Dr. Ma underscores the importance of individualized care, teamwork between veterinarians, rehab staff, and pet owners, and the growing demand for integrative veterinary medicine, while also sharing that her larger mission now includes educating the public through social media so pet owners can better understand that options like rehabilitation and acupuncture can meaningfully improve animals’ quality of life.

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Interview Summary, Outline and Key Points…

This interview explains how integrative veterinary medicine combines conventional veterinary care with supportive therapies such as acupuncture, rehabilitation, physical therapy, selected supplements, and sometimes herbs or nutrition guidance to help animals recover function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. Dr. Justine Ma describes how animal rehabilitation is especially valuable for pets recovering from surgery, disc injuries, arthritis, weakness, age-related mobility decline, neurologic problems, or congenital gait and coordination issues. She explains that acupuncture is often used as one part of a larger treatment plan and may help improve comfort, mobility, relaxation, and overall well-being. Rehabilitation programs may also include massage, stretching, joint mobilization, laser therapy, pulsed electromagnetic therapies, underwater treadmill, pool work, land treadmill exercise, and customized strengthening or coordination exercises. A major theme of the discussion is that successful improvement usually requires teamwork: the veterinarian evaluates the pet, the rehab team applies therapies, and the owner continues exercises, activity modification, and other recommendations at home. Dr. Ma also notes that diet, supplements, medications, and environmental support may all matter, and that treatment plans are individualized based on the animal’s diagnosis, severity, response, and owner resources.

Key Points

1. Integrative veterinary medicine uses more than one tool

Treatment may combine:

  • Conventional veterinary medicine

  • Acupuncture

  • Physical rehabilitation

  • Exercise therapy

  • Supplements

  • Selected medications

  • Nutrition support

  • Home care strategies

2. Rehabilitation can help many kinds of pets

Animals problems that may benefit include pets with:

  • Arthritis and age-related stiffness

  • Weakness or poor coordination

  • Postsurgical recovery needs

  • Spinal disc injuries or neurologic deficits

  • Mobility problems after injury

  • Congenital or developmental gait problems

  • Slipping, difficulty rising, or decreased endurance

3. Acupuncture is often part of a broader plan

Acupuncture may be used to:

  • Reduce discomfort

  • Improve mobility

  • Support recovery

  • Help calm some animals

  • Complement physical therapy and home exercise

4. Improvement usually takes time

A pet may show early improvement after a few sessions, but meaningful reassessment is often done after several weeks. Progress depends on:

  • The diagnosis

  • How severe the condition is

  • How often treatment is done

  • Whether home exercises are followed

  • The pet’s overall health

5. Home care matters

Clinic visits alone are usually not enough. Owners often need to continue:

  • Prescribed exercises

  • Safe activity modification

  • Medication schedules

  • Supplement plans

  • Environmental changes at home

6. Nutrition may affect inflammation and recovery

Diet may play a role in:

  • Inflammation

  • Allergies

  • Weight management

  • Healing

Dr. Ma emphasizes that nutrition can be important, but recommendations should be practical and individualized.

7. Treatment plans are individualized

Not every pet needs the same frequency, therapies, medications, or supplements. Good care depends on regular re-evaluation and adjusting the plan as the animal improves or struggles.

Common Therapies Mentioned

  • Acupuncture

  • Massage/manual therapy

  • Stretching

  • Joint mobilization

  • Laser therapy

  • Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy

  • Underwater treadmill

  • Pool therapy

  • Land treadmill

  • Strengthening and coordination exercises

  • Home exercise programs

Medications and Supportive Care Mentioned

Dr. Ma notes that some pets may also need conventional medications, depending on the case. Examples discussed include:

  • Gabapentin for pain, especially nerve-related pain, and sometimes mild calming

  • Trazodone for anxiety before appointments in some animals

  • Adequan as a joint-supportive injectable option in certain arthritis cases

  • NSAIDs may be used in some pets, but monitoring is important

Bottom Line

Animal rehabilitation and acupuncture can be valuable tools for pets dealing with pain, mobility problems, surgical recovery, neurologic issues, or age-related decline. The best outcomes usually come from a combined approach that includes professional treatment, home exercises, thoughtful medication or supplement use, and close communication between the owner and veterinary team.

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Home Assessment for Mold Beyond Air Testing… ”Clinical Pearls” from a Medical Remediation Specialist…An Interview with James Weber

Home Assessment for Mold Beyond Air Testing…
”Clinical Pearls” From A Medically Important Remediation Specialist…

James Weber
JW Evironmental Remediation Services
11373 Trade Center Dr Suite 250
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
Call or Text James: 916-540-8595
Call or Text our Office: 916-529-1003
Email James: james@jwenviro.com
Email our Office: admin@jwenviro.

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To Discuss Medical Detoxification for Mold Illness (CIRS) Call Kirk Hamilton PA at 916-489-4400

Interview Summary…

(Transcript Summary and Patient Outline was generated by ChapGPT and edited and reviewed by interviewer Kirk Hamilton PA)

In this interview, Kirk Hamilton, PA-C, and medical mold assessment and remediation specialist James Weber emphasize that successful treatment of mold-related illness depends not only on detoxification or medical protocols, but on accurately identifying and removing mold sources from the home or workplace. Weber explains that many standard mold inspections miss the real problem because they rely too heavily on brief air sampling, which provides only a limited moment-in-time snapshot and often fails to detect mold hidden in walls, floors, ceilings, crawl spaces, attics, or other water-damaged building materials. Instead, he describes a medically relevant assessment as a detailed physical investigation of the home that includes taking a thorough water-damage history, looking for subtle signs such as swollen baseboards, water stains, warped materials, hidden leaks, or suspicious construction patterns, and, when needed, performing deeper investigation or targeted surface sampling. He remarks his flashlight and experience are really his best assets in assessing for mold. He notes that dust-based testing such as ERMI can be more clinically useful than air testing because it reflects historical contamination and identifies mold to the species level, helping distinguish toxic water-damage molds from more common outdoor molds. Weber also explains that remediation often extends beyond simply cutting out visibly damaged materials, because contamination can spread throughout the house via dust and HVAC systems, making whole-home decontamination and small-particle cleaning important parts of recovery, and in some cases requiring occupants to temporarily vacate during a thorough project. Throughout the discussion, both speakers acknowledge the financial, emotional, and psychological barriers families face in accepting mold as a health issue, especially when symptoms are systemic rather than respiratory, but they stress that careful education, a realistic assessment process, and a patient-centered remediation plan can make a significant difference, with Weber noting that many clients report substantial health improvements after proper remediation.

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Patient Oriented Handout…
Home Assessment for Mold Beyond Air Testing
Key Points and Action Plan

Mold-related illness is often not just a problem of “bad air” but a problem of hidden water damage and contamination within the home. If your doctor suspects mold exposure, it is important to understand that simply detoxifying your body probably won’t help enough if the source of exposure remains in your environment. Mold can grow in water-damaged materials such as walls, floors, ceilings, baseboards, crawl spaces, attics, and around plumbing or roof leaks, and it is often not visible or obvious. Many people assume that if they do not see black spots or smell a musty odor, there is no mold problem, but this is often not true. Hidden mold may still trigger inflammation, immune dysfunction, fatigue, brain fog, sinus issues, skin changes, digestive symptoms, sleep disruption, and many other whole-body symptoms.
(See Patient and Physician Drop-Downs at www.SurvivingMold.com )

Why a Home Mold Evaluation Matters

A proper home evaluation is often the most important steps in recovery when mold exposure is suspected. Traditional inspections may rely mostly on air testing, but air testing has major limitations. It measures only a small sample of air at one moment in time and may miss mold that is trapped inside walls, under flooring, in ceilings, or in other hidden areas. A normal air test does not guarantee that the home is free of mold problems.

A more useful approach often combines:

  • A detailed history of the home

  • A careful physical inspection for water damage

  • Review of past leaks, overflows, roof issues, plumbing problems, or hidden moisture

  • Dust testing such as ERMI, when appropriate

  • Additional targeted testing or direct inspection of suspicious areas

The goal is not just to “test for mold.” The goal is to find where water damage exists, because mold grows where building materials have been wet.

Key Points You Should Know

1. Mold usually follows water damage

Mold growth is most likely where there has been moisture. Even “small” past events can matter, including:

  • Toilet overflows

  • Roof leaks

  • Window leaks

  • Plumbing leaks

  • Sink overflows

  • HVAC leaks

  • Flooding

  • Damp crawl spaces or attics

Even if these problems happened years ago, they may still leave behind damaged materials that support mold growth.

2. Mold is often hidden

You may not see obvious fuzzy growth. Common clues may be much more subtle, such as:

  • Water stains on ceilings or walls

  • Swollen or warped baseboards

  • Buckling or damaged flooring

  • Staining under carpet

  • Damp-smelling closets, bathrooms, or cabinets

  • Areas near windows, tubs, showers, sinks, dishwashers, washing machines, or toilets

  • Problems in crawl spaces and attics

3. Air testing alone is often not enough

Air testing can miss hidden problems because mold is not always actively floating in the air at the time of the test. A house may still have significant contamination even if air samples look “normal.”

4. Dust testing may provide more useful information

Dust-based testing, such as ERMI (or ERMI, Endotoxin, Actinomyces), may be helpful because dust collects what has been present over time. This makes it more of a historical picture of the home rather than a single snapshot. Some dust tests can also identify mold more specifically than air testing.

5. Not all mold is the same

There are many species of mold. Some are more associated with water-damaged buildings and potential toxicity, while others are more commonly found outdoors. The goal is not zero mold everywhere. The goal is to identify whether the home has problematic mold associated with water damage and indoor contamination.

6. Cleaning alone usually does not fix an active mold problem

If there is active mold growth in building materials, deep cleaning the house without removing the source usually does not solve the problem. It may temporarily lower some contamination, but it often delays proper treatment if the damaged materials remain.

7. Remediation is more than cutting out visible mold

Proper remediation may include:

  • Removing water-damaged materials

  • Investigating hidden areas further

  • Containment of affected areas

  • Cleaning contaminated dust from the entire home

  • Small-particle cleaning of surfaces, cabinets, furniture areas, and other reservoirs of contamination

Even if mold is found in only a few rooms, contamination may spread through air movement and HVAC systems, so other areas of the home may still need detailed cleaning.

8. Some families need to leave the home during remediation

Depending on how extensive the contamination is, people may need to temporarily vacate the home during a thorough remediation. This is more common when multiple rooms, flooring, crawl spaces, or attic areas are involved.

9. Filters can help, but they do not replace remediation

A HEPA filter may help reduce airborne particles and improve day-to-day air quality, but it does not remove mold growing inside walls, floors, or other damaged materials. Air purifiers are supportive tools, not substitutes for proper remediation.

10. Improvement often requires both medical care and environmental correction

For many mold-sensitive patients, health improvement depends on both:

If the home remains contaminated, patients may continue to feel sick despite supplements, binders, detox protocols, or other treatments.

Signs You Should Consider a Mold-Savvy Home Evaluation

You may want a deeper mold assessment if:

  • Your doctor suspects mold exposure

  • Your symptoms worsen at home and improve away from home

  • You have abnormal mold-related labs or screening results

  • You have a high ERMI or other dust tests.

  • You know of prior water damage in the home

  • You have chronic unexplained symptoms and standard evaluations have not helped

  • Previous inspectors only did air testing and told you everything was fine

  • You live in an older home or one with repeated leaks, damp areas, or prior flooding

What a Better Home Assessment Often Includes

A more thorough assessment may involve:

  • Reviewing the age and history of the home

  • Asking about known leaks, overflows, stains, repairs, or odors

  • Inspecting ceilings, baseboards, windows, bathrooms, kitchens, laundry areas, crawl spaces, and attics

  • Looking beneath carpet or behind materials when appropriate

  • Documenting visible water damage or mold

  • Recommending further targeted testing when needed

  • Creating a remediation plan based on what is actually found

What to Do If Your Home Was Already “Checked”

If your house was “cleared” based only on air testing, that does not necessarily mean there is no problem. You may need a more experienced inspection if:

  • the inspector spent very little time in the home,

  • did not inspect crawl spaces or attics,

  • did not look for hidden water damage,

  • did not review the home’s history in detail, or

  • relied mostly on air samples.

Patient Action Plan

Step 1: Review your health history

Write down your current symptoms and note whether they improve when you are away from home. Common issues may include fatigue, brain fog, headaches, sinus symptoms, coughing, sleep problems, digestive issues, skin changes, mood changes, or unusual inflammatory symptoms.

Step 2: Gather your home history

Make a list of any known or possible water events, even if they seemed minor:

  • roof leaks

  • plumbing leaks

  • toilet overflows

  • window leaks

  • dishwasher or laundry leaks

  • HVAC condensation or drain problems

  • past flooding

  • musty or damp areas

  • stains on ceilings, walls, or baseboards

Step 3: Look for visible clues

Walk through your home and note:

  • stained ceilings

  • warped baseboards

  • peeling paint

  • damaged drywall

  • warped flooring

  • carpet discoloration

  • damp closets or cabinets

  • signs of moisture near sinks, tubs, toilets, windows, and appliances

Do not disturb suspicious materials aggressively, and do not assume that lack of visible mold means lack of contamination.

Step 4: Ask what kind of testing was done

If you already had an inspection, find out:

  • Was it only air testing?

  • Was dust testing performed?

  • Were crawl spaces and attics inspected?

  • Were areas of known water damage investigated?

  • Was there a detailed moisture or building-material assessment?

Step 5: Consider dust testing if appropriate

If your clinician recommends it, dust testing such as ERMI may provide useful information to support the need for a more thorough inspection, especially when symptoms or labs suggest mold exposure.

Step 6: Get a mold-savvy inspection

Seek someone who understands medically important mold assessment, not just routine real-estate style air sampling. You want someone focused on finding water-damaged materials and hidden reservoirs of contamination.

Step 7: Do not rely on air purifiers alone

Use a true HEPA filter if desired for support, but remember that filters do not remove mold growth hidden in building materials.

Step 8: Address the source

If mold or water-damaged materials are found, the source needs to be corrected. This may include repair, removal, containment, and whole-home cleaning, depending on the extent of the problem.

Step 9: Follow through with cleanup

If remediation is recommended, ask for a clear plan that explains:

  • what areas are affected,

  • what materials need removal,

  • whether further investigation is needed,

  • whether you should leave the home temporarily,

  • and what decontamination or cleaning should follow.

Step 10: Continue medical follow-up

Work with your healthcare professional during and after environmental correction. Many patients need a combination of environmental treatment and medical support for best results.

Questions to Ask a Mold Inspector or Remediation Specialist

Before hiring someone, ask:

  • Are you aware of “Medically Important Mold Testing and Remediation”

  • Are you aware of CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome)

  • Do you rely only on air testing?

  • How do you look for hidden water damage?

  • Do you inspect crawl spaces and attics?

  • How do you decide where mold is likely to be?

  • What kind of cleaning or decontamination do you recommend after removal?

  • When do patients need to leave the home during remediation?

  • How do you distinguish outdoor mold from indoor water-damage mold?

Bottom Line

If mold illness is suspected, the home (or work space) must be evaluated thoughtfully and thoroughly. A normal air test does not rule out hidden contamination. The real issue is often water-damaged building materials, not just mold floating in the air. Recovery usually works best when patients address both the environment and their health at the same time.

Prior Interview RE: Mold Evaluation, July 22, 2025…

“Assessing Your House or Business for Mold…Is There a Right Way?” An Interview with James Weber Specializing in Medically Important Assessment and Remediation…

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SPIKE PROTEIN EFFECT”Guide to Understanding the Spike Protein Effect Dr McCullough reviews public educational brochure with Dr Michael Gaeta. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points, Feb 27, 2026. Spike Protein Guide . Kirk’s Comment. This document is a must…for everyone! Those who believe the altered Covid-19 Virus spike protein (SarsCov2) is harmful (unlike the SarsCov 1) should read this document to understand the differences in the Spike lethality between SarsCov1 and the man-made SarsCov2 Spike AND THEN the FURTHER pathogenic difference and increased health consequences between the Spike from SarsCov2 and that created by the mRNA Covid-19 vaccine. This report provides a very detailed understanding of why there is an increasing health risk between the latter two and virtually no risk with the SarsCov1 spike protein. Those who have no “clue” and think this infection just appeared naturally, that the vaccine was “safe and effective” and they have nothing to worry about after receiving 2-4 vaccines need to wake up for their own survival and quality of life for the rest of their years.

I can only hope, no I really believe, that when the next pandemic is “put in front of us” that those who pioneered early Covid treatment, and an awaken population, massively “Say No” to listening to the Government, World Authorities, Big Corporations and Big Pharma and will turn to trusted medical sources for the most effective way to prevent and/or treat the upcoming health crisis and never allow again an “illness” to take away our freedom of medical choice, assembly, speech and common sense. I believe we will have another opportunity to improve our “Grade” on how we collectively responded in the near future!…

GAMING – ADDICTIONHEALTH EFFECTS24 People Died Playing Video Games. Here’s What They Had In Common. YouTube 19:35 min:sec.
”…A 23-year-old man sat down to play video games at an internet café in Taiwan. 23 hours later, he was dead, arms stiff in rigor mortis, still reaching for the keyboard…Chen Rong-Yu’s death is among 24 cases documented in a peer-reviewed study on fatalities linked to gaming. However, this video isn’t only about extreme cases. We examine how video games physically alter your brain’s dopamine and reward systems, how the $522 billion gaming industry engineers compulsion, what brain scans show about regular gamers, and what it takes to regain control…”
Chapters:
02:47 THE SCALE OF THE THING
04:14 HOW GAMES HACK YOUR BRAIN
06:16 THE NEUROSCIENCE OF THE GAME
08:21 THE PAIN SIDE OF PLEASURE
09:48 THE ENGINEERING OF COMPULSION
11:53 THE BEAR IN THE PARK
13:23 WHAT THE DAMAGE LOOKS LIKE
15:39 THE TRAP AND THE WAY OUT

Summary…

Makai Allbert is a health journalist with a background in biomedical science and classical humanities.

This video uses the 2012 death of 23-year-old Taiwanese gamer Chen Rangu, who reportedly died of cardiac arrest after an extended session of playing League of Legends, to warn of an emerging problem about the neurological and psychological risks of excessive gaming. Allbert argues that modern video games are engineered to maximize engagement through rapid, repeatable dopamine rewards producing frequent motivation spikes that can condition the brain to prefer virtual rewards over slower, effort-based real-world gratification. Citing brain imaging research, Allbert states heavy gaming is associated with structural and functional changes in neural reward circuitry (particularly in the striatum), that blunts sensitivity to non-gaming rewards, and a cycle in which dopamine surges are followed by emotional “crashes,” reinforcing continued play. The video also critiques industry design tactics in which the games are optimized for retention rather than simple entertainment. Allbert notes that the World Health Organization (WHO) officially added “Gaming Disorder” to the 11th revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11) in June 2018 and claims roughly 1 in 10 gamers may develop problems related to sleep disruption, depression, anxiety, and social impairment. While acknowledging that extreme outcomes like death are rare, the core message is that the greater risk is cumulative time displacement, emotional dysregulation, reduced real-world skill development, and reliance on fast dopamine rewards over slower, serotonin-linked well-being effects. The video concludes by recommending structured limits, temporary “screen fasts,” environmental boundaries (such as keeping devices out of bedrooms), and replacing high-stimulation habits with slower, effort-based activities to restore baseline reward sensitivity and regain intentional control over gaming behavior.

Kirk’s Comment: The explanation of how excessive gaming causes acute and increased fluctuations of the “feel good” neurotransmitter (and hormone) dopamine resulting in “highs and crashes” reminds me of the same effect from ultraprocessed foods with rapid uptake of sugars and fat in the context of a low fiber, micronutrient poor, ultraprocessed food diet. With time not only are those foods leading to micronutrient deficiency, but they stress our endocrine system with rapid, strong and repeated release of these hormones/neurotransmitters which can “dull” receptor sites in the short-term and consumed in excess over time “exhaust” these glands output and can lead to chronic diseases as well as mood disorders.

When I was young my mother was very strict about us watching TV (black and white at the beginning, remember the first show I could watch late at night “Star Trek” – I’m 68 years-old) and really I didn’t watch a lot because I was out playing all kinds of sports, hiking and exploring freely outside. When I watch my grandson’s “whip” through games or building things on their computers/iPADS at amazing speed and with such dexterity I have to admire it and pray that somehow they are learning something positive. But my first instincts (and valid ones) when I visit them is “let’s get outside and move” and “get away from those devices.” And I flash back to my childhood and teenager years of being a “moving machine”. Not in a hyperactive way but I think a “normal” balanced way. Obviously video screens, tablets, phones and computers are here to stay and whatever comes next, but the balance of physical activity, a whole food nutrient dense diet, sleep and “quiet time” (nature, meditation, prayer and restful sleep) will be critical for our present and future society.

Battle for Science: Dissent, data, and COVID debates

Dr. Peter McCullough, Mon Feb 23, The McCullough Report.

Battle for Science Takes the International Stage. COVID-19 vaccine debacle, plummeting trust in medical orthodoxy, pursuit of medical truth. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points, Feb 13, 2026.
(Summary and outline from transcript generated by Otter.AI and ChatGPT with permission from Peter McCullough, MD and edited by Kirk Hamilton PA)

Expert Panel Summary…

The February 9–10, 2026 “Battle for Science” panel hosted by Lighthouse TV in Apeldoorn presenting prominent COVID-19 policy critics—including Peter McCullough, Del Bigtree, Sucharit Bhakdi, Vibeke Manniche, Alexandra Henrion-Caude, Martin Haditsch, Angus Dalgleish, Mattias Desmet, Theo Schetters, Astrid Stuckelberger, and former MP Andrew Bridgen—to argue that the COVID-19 pandemic response reflected systemic failures in scientific integrity, data transparency, and regulatory oversight. Central themes included claims that mortality figures were inflated by changes in death certification practices, that excess mortality patterns in 2021–2022 warrant independent investigation, and that lockdowns and healthcare disruptions contributed to delayed diagnoses and indirect harms. Multiple speakers challenged the safety evaluation, liability protections, and regulatory approval processes for mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, contending that long-term safety data were insufficient and that adverse event reporting systems were not adequately investigated, while some distinguished between traditional vaccines and newer genetic platforms. The panel also criticized media censorship and restrictions on debate, framing the period as one of “eminence-based” rather than evidence-based medicine, and incorporated psychological interpretations such as “mass formation theory” to explain public compliance. Overall, the discussion portrayed the pandemic era as a watershed moment in the relationship between science, governance, and public trust, calling for full release of health data, independent reassessment of mortality and vaccine safety statistics, legal accountability where appropriate, and a renewed commitment to open scientific discourse.

Kirk’s Comments: Alex Jones’s coining of the term “Information Wars” is really the way our world functions, but I don’t think I realized how much until maybe 5-10 years ago and my awareness of the vastness of this “Information War” is expanding daily with social media and AI. The bottom line is I realize how much people are hearing (and not hearing) about the facts just regarding the real “Causes and Consequences” of the Covid 19 pandemic and mRNA vaccines. While many are informed it seems an “equal” part of the population and health professionals are absolutely “clueless.” And maybe many don’t want to know because they don’t want to believe they allowed themselves to be injected by a toxic compound (mRNA vaccine) of which the end result may be ongoing negative health consequence …or they don’t want to believe someone close to them died needlessly by avoiding early multi-drug and nutrient treatment and oral/nasal hygiene…or went to the hospital for ineffective therapies at best, and possibly life-ending therapies at worse…in addition to consequences of human isolation. Health professionals may have to live with by hanging on to their beliefs that they did the best they could and don’t want to admit that some people may have died from those actions or lack there-of. One “take home” from this panel is there is some progress moving forward with the truth coming out. There are more of “us” than we might think and that is enough to make a profound difference and reach the “100th Monkey” threshold that will lead to taking the mRNA Vaccines off the market; “re-imagining” all vaccine safety and efficacy testing; professional and big pharma accountability; and getting real help legally, financially and medically for the vaccine injured. With time and evidence, it is hard not to believe the abject intentionality of the whole Covid-19 pandemic, mRNA vaccines as a clearly designed plot by the world elites who have control of big pharma and world governments to make money and do harm.

Key Points and Outline From Experts Panel

“Battle for Science: Dissent, Data, and COVID Debates”

Hosted by Lighthouse TV | February 9–10, 2026 | Apeldoorn, Netherlands
The “Battle for Science” panel brought together a coalition of high-profile COVID-19 policy critics—clinicians, scientists, journalists, and a former parliamentarian—to argue that pandemic policy, mortality reporting, and vaccination campaigns represented a profound breakdown in scientific integrity, transparency, and public trust. Moderated by biomedical engineer Ivor Cummins, the event featured speakers including Peter McCullough, Del Bigtree, Sucharit Bhakdi, Vibeke Manniche, Alexandra Henrion-Caude, Martin Haditsch, Angus Dalgleish, Mattias Desmet, Theo Schetters, Astrid Stuckelberger, and former UK MP Andrew Bridgen, among others.

Central Themes and Arguments

1. Excess Mortality and Death Classification

A major focus was the claim that COVID-19 mortality data were distorted by changes in death certification practices. Several speakers argued that counting deaths “with” a positive PCR test rather than strictly “from” COVID-19 inflated mortality statistics, particularly in the United States and Europe. Panelists questioned why, in their view, there was insufficient public or journalistic scrutiny of excess mortality patterns during 2020 compared with post-vaccine rollout periods (2021 onward).

They cited:

  • Alleged financial incentives for hospitals tied to COVID diagnoses.

  • Limited autopsy confirmation of viral pneumonia in reported COVID deaths.

  • Cross-country comparisons (e.g., Sweden vs. UK) to argue that lockdown stringency did not clearly correlate with mortality outcomes.

  • Calls for full public access to raw mortality and health registry data.

Speakers contended that post-2021 excess mortality trends warrant independent investigation, asserting that authorities have been reluctant to release granular datasets.

2. Lockdowns and Indirect Harm

Some panelists argued that excess mortality in 2021 and beyond was partly attributable to lockdown-related disruptions:

  • Delayed diagnoses (e.g., cancer, cardiovascular disease).

  • Reduced access to routine medical care.

  • Mental health deterioration and socioeconomic stress.

The claim was that policy responses—rather than the virus itself—produced long-term public health damage.

3. Vaccines: Safety, Liability, and Regulation

A substantial portion of the discussion centered on vaccine safety, liability protections, and regulatory standards.

Key arguments included:

  • Allegations that COVID-19 mRNA vaccines did not undergo sufficiently long-term safety testing before mass rollout.

  • Concerns about adverse event reporting systems (e.g., VAERS in the U.S.) and whether signals were adequately investigated.

  • Criticism of legal frameworks shielding manufacturers from liability (notably referencing U.S. policy changes in 1986).

  • Broader skepticism about childhood vaccine schedules and the lack of placebo-controlled trials for some legacy vaccines.

While some speakers rejected all vaccines as unsafe, others argued that traditional vaccines can be effective and safe when subjected to rigorous, transparent testing, distinguishing them from what they described as novel mRNA “platform technologies.”

4. Data Transparency and Censorship

Panelists asserted that:

  • Governments and public health bodies limited access to key datasets.

  • Social media platforms censored comparisons between COVID-19 and influenza.

  • Public debate was constrained by what they described as a coordinated narrative.

Speakers framed transparency as the central corrective mechanism—calling for open release of:

  • Mortality databases

  • Vaccine safety data

  • Regulatory communications

  • Pharmaceutical contracts

5. Psychological and Sociological Dimensions

Prof. Desmet expanded on his theory of “mass formation,” arguing that fear, social isolation, and institutional messaging created conditions for widespread conformity within academia and society. He suggested that highly educated populations may be particularly vulnerable to “expert blindness” when identity becomes tied to institutional narratives.

The discussion framed the pandemic as not only a biomedical crisis but also a psychological and cultural event shaped by group dynamics and authority structures.

6. “Organized” Crime and Institutional Corruption

Some panelists went further, alleging:

  • Regulatory capture by pharmaceutical interests.

  • Criminal misconduct in vaccine production and procurement.

  • Suppression of dissent within academic and governmental institutions.

These claims were expressed by some speakers characterizing the pandemic response as deliberate wrongdoing rather than systemic failure.

7. Tipping Point and Public Awareness

During audience Q&A, discussion turned to whether a societal “tipping point” had been reached. Speakers cited:

  • Approximately 30% vaccine refusal rates in some countries as evidence of substantial dissent.

  • Personal anecdotes of vaccine injury within audience networks.

  • The importance of interpersonal communication rather than waiting for institutional reversal.

The message emphasized grassroots dialogue as the primary path toward what they described as accountability and reform.

Tone and Framing

The tone of the event was openly adversarial toward:

  • National governments

  • Public health agencies

  • Pharmaceutical manufacturers

  • Mainstream media

Speakers frequently described the pandemic response as fraudulent, criminal, or ideologically driven rather than evidence-based. The framing positioned the panel as scientific dissenters engaged in a struggle for transparency and justice.

Overall Summary

The “Battle for Science” panel presented a coordinated critique of COVID-19 mortality reporting, lockdown policies, vaccine safety oversight, regulatory frameworks, and media narratives. The central thesis was that the pandemic response reflected systemic corruption and suppression of dissent, leading to distorted data, excess mortality, and erosion of scientific integrity.

Panelists called for:

  • Full data transparency

  • Independent reanalysis of mortality and vaccine safety data

  • Legal accountability where wrongdoing is proven

  • A cultural shift toward decentralized, health-empowerment models

The event framed the COVID era as a watershed moment in the relationship between science, governance, and public trust—arguing that the future of scientific credibility depends on open inquiry, unrestricted debate, and institutional reform.

CLICK HERE To listen or watch this “Battle for Science: Dissent, Data, and COVID Debates” Go to 47:11 min:sec also to watch introduction to Del Bigtree’s, “An Inconvenient Study” then watch a panel of experts on vaccine safety in general. There is no study showing a vaccine is safe and effective.

Nutrition, Prevention and Integrative Medicine…

VACCINES – MMR – MMRV – DEATHSDeaths Following MMR and MMRV Vaccination in the United States.”…Conclusions: We identified a serious mortality safety signal following MMR/MMRV vaccination in the United States…Future research should prioritize active surveillance cohort studies, detailed autopsies with virologic testing, and record-linked datasets capable of assessing background mortality and determining causal relationships….”

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Cancer…

BREAST CANCER – IVERMECTIN – MEBENDAZOLE51 year old South Carolina woman with Stage 4 Breast Cancer reports after 3 months: Nodal metastasis shrinks 2.5cm to 0.8cm, Cancer free with 0 ctDNA! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Feb 25, 2026.

CANCER – FEBENDAZOLE Cancer is a Parasite: Kill It With the Safe, Over-the-Counter Antiparasitic Fenbendazole. New Book by Ben Fen (William F. Supple, Jr., Ph.D.) out today March 3, 2026, Ben Fen, Fenbendazole Can Cure Cancer, Mar 03, 2026.

COLON CANCER TESTNew Blood Test for Colon Cancer Screening: Shield™ from Guardant Health. Find out if this is right for you. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points, Mar 02, 2026.
1) A Cell-Free DNA Blood-Based Test for Colorectal Cancer Screening. N Engl J Med. 2024;390(11):973–983.
2) FDA Advisory Committee Strongly Recommends Approval For Guardant Health Blood Test For Colorectal Cancer. Guardant Health Perspective | Jun 11, 2024.
3) Guardant Health. Shield Instructions for Use (LBL‑000349 R1), 2024.

GLIOBLASTOMA – IVERMECTIN – MEBENDAZOLE – CBD Oil34 year old South Carolina man with GLIOBLASTOMA IDH-Wildtype reports after 3 months: Tumor shrinking! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, March 01, 2026.

LUNG CANCER – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE, MEBENDAZOLE52 year old Illinois man with Stage 4 NSCLC Lung Cancer metastatic to bones, brain reports after 2 months: CEA dropped 719 to 18!! William Makis, Intel, Feb 24, 2026.

LUNG CANCER – FENBENDAZOLE – ALBENDAZOLE 65 year old BULGARIAN man with Stage 4 Small Cell Lung Cancer reports after 2 months: Tumor shrinks from 10cm to 2cm, brain mets gone!! William Makis, Covid Intel, Feb 25, 2026.

LYMPHOMA – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE85 year old ARIZONA Man with B-Cell Lymphoma reports after 10 months – in Remission!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Feb 24, 2026.

PANCREATIC CANCER – IVERMECTIN- FENBENDAZOLE68 year old man from the MIDDLE EAST with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer reports after 8 months: IN REMISSION!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Mar 04, 2026.

PROSTATE CANCER – IVERMECTIN, FENBENDAZOLE -MEBENDAZOLE80 year old man in SAUDI ARABIA with Stage 4 Prostate Cancer metastatic to bones reports after 3 months: incredible response! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Feb 24, 2026.

Covid Syndrome…

LONG COVID – LOW DOSE NALTREXONE (LDN)Low-Dose Naltrexone as an Adjunct to the McCullough Protocol Base Spike Detoxification™ in Long COVID Management. Symptom control improved while body is ridding itself of Spike Protein. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points, Feb 25, 2026.
”…Integrating LDN with the McCullough Protocol Base Spike Detoxification potentially amplifies therapeutic outcomes through complementary mechanisms:

  1. Spike Protein Clearance: Nattokinase and bromelain enzymatically degrade spike fragments and dissolve fibrinaloid microclots, while curcumin dampens NF-κB–driven inflammation.

  2. Neuroimmune Recovery: LDN reduces microglial hyperactivation and rebalances neuroimmune signaling, addressing post-viral fatigue and brain fog.

  3. Homeostatic Restoration: Curcumin and bromelain’s anti-inflammatory properties complement LDN’s endorphin-mediated immunomodulation, promoting autonomic stability and mood improvement.

  4. Glutathione and Mitochondrial Support: Novel formulations such as Ultra N-Acetylcysteine can be co-administered for redox balance, further aiding spike protein denaturation and potential clearance (Armine & McCullough,® 2025)…”

  1. Byambasuren O. et al. Effect of Low-Dose Naltrexone for Long COVID: Systematic Review., medRxiv (2025)

  2. Minnesota Department of Health. Low-Dose Naltrexone for Treatment of Long COVID. (2024)

  3. Low-dose naltrexone and NAD+ for the treatment of patients with persistent fatigue symptoms after COVID-19.”…treatment with LDN and NAD+ is safe and may be beneficial in a subset of patients with persistent fatigue after COVID-19. Larger randomized controlled trials will have to confirm our data and determine which patient subpopulations might benefit most from this strategy…”

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Long Covid (Covid Long Haul) - The Evidence For and Use of Low Dose Naltrexone - An Interview with Oyungerel Byambasuren, MD, PhD

Oyungerel Byambasuren, MD, PhD
Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare
Bond University
14 University Dr, Robina QLD 4226 Australia
Tel: 61 7 5595 4182
obyambas@bond.edu.au
Effect of Low-Dose Naltrexone for Long COVID:
Systematic Review”, medRxiv 2025
(3/2026)

(Video Review of This Interview by Kirk Hamilton PA - Click Here 13:34 min:sec)

Kirk Hamilton: Can you please share with me your educational background and current position?

Oyuka Byambasuren: I am an Assistant Professor at the Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Bond University, Australia. I am a medical doctor and general practitioner by background. My current work focuses on Long COVID (LC), clinical trial methodology, and improving the evidence base for primary care interventions. I recently led a systematic review examining the effectiveness of low-dose naltrexone for Long COVID.KH: What do you mean by Long Haul COVID?

OB: Long Haul COVID (also known as Long COVID or post-COVID-19 condition) refers to persistent or new symptoms that continue beyond 12 weeks after acute SARS-CoV-2 infection and cannot be explained by another diagnosis. It is a highly heterogeneous condition. The most disabling symptoms typically include fatigue, post-exertional malaise or symptom exacerbation, cognitive dysfunction (brain fog”), pain, sleep disturbance, and dyspnea.

KH: What systems or pathophysiology are hypothesized in LC?

OB: The pathophysiology remains uncertain. Multiple non-exclusive mechanisms are under investigation:

  • Immune dysregulation and persistent inflammation

  • Neuroinflammation and microglial activation

  • Endothelial dysfunction

  • Autonomic dysfunction

  • Microvascular abnormalities and hypercoagulability

  • Mitochondrial dysfunction and altered cellular energy metabolism

  • TRPM3 ion channel impairment

  • Possible viral persistence or antigen reservoirs

Clinically speaking, there is a big overlap between ME/CSF and LC and both conditions have been associated with impairment of TRPM3 ion channel shown by another Australian team. It’s highly likely that multiple mechanisms play at the same time and therefore these conditions would require combination treatments to be treated successfully.

KH: What is Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)? Why does it act differently than normal doses of Naltrexone?

OB: Naltrexone at standard doses (50–100 mg/day) is approved for opioid and alcohol use disorders. Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) refers to doses typically between 1–10 mg/day and at these lower doses, proposed mechanisms of action include:

  • Transient opioid receptor antagonism with possible rebound endogenous opioid upregulation

  • Modulation of microglial activation

  • Antagonism of Toll-like receptor 4

  • Potential restoration of TRPM3 ion channel function (based on mechanistic studies)

KH: What illnesses have LDN been used for? What are common doses used and timing?

OB: LDN has been studied in small trials or observational studies in fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease, and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). In the Long COVID studies included in our review, doses ranged from 0.5 mg/day to 6 mg/day, with various titration schedules. There is no standardized regimen.

KH: What are common side effects of LDN if any? Same as full-dose naltrexone?

OB: In the four observational studies included in our review (n=155 total participants), no serious adverse events were reported. Reported side effects were mild and included vivid dreams, insomnia, gastrointestinal upset, mild mood changes, and skin irritation (in the study that combined LDN with NAD+ patches).

KH: Why did you want to do this study?

OB: LDN was increasingly being prescribed off label for Long COVID despite the absence of high-quality evidence. Given the scale of disability and patient desperation for treatment, it was important to systematically assess all available evidence regarding its effectiveness for Long COVID. The goal was to move the conversation from anecdote to evidence.

KH: Can you summarize your study and the basic results?

OB: We conducted a systematic review of published and registered studies up to May 2025.

Key findings:

  • No randomized controlled trials were identified.

  • Four pre–post observational studies (n=155 participants) met inclusion criteria.

  • Doses ranged from 1–6 mg/day.

  • Pooled analyses showed:

    • Moderate improvement in fatigue (Hedges’ g −0.74)

    • Moderate improvement in brain fog (−0.53)

    • Moderate improvement in sleep (−0.60)

    • Large improvement in pain (−0.93)

    • Large improvement in daily functioning (−0.93)

However, all studies were uncontrolled, and all outcomes were self-reported. Therefore, regression to the mean, placebo effects, natural recovery, and other bias cannot be excluded. Certainty of evidence remains low. Three registered trials are ongoing and will be critical for determining true efficacy.

KH: Is the mechanism for brain fog and fatigue the same as for pain and sleep?

OB: Unfortunately, the current evidence does not allow us to distinguish these mechanisms yet.

KH: Do you have any comments on the SarsCov2 spike protein being a triggering agent in the etiology of Long Covid?

OB: The spike protein is one of several hypotheses under investigation, but there is currently no definitive evidence establishing it as the cause of Long COVID. A monoclonal antibody trial targeting the spike protein is underway at Nova Southeastern University in Florida. That study, together with ongoing basic science research, may contribute useful data, although it is unlikely to resolve the broader question of causation on its own (See Spike Protein Guide by The Wellness Company below).

KH: I realize RCT are needed to make a definitive statement about LDN’s efficacy but people currently living with Long Covid don’t have years to wait. If you or a family member had severe Long Covid disrupting your quality of life significantly, would you consider a therapeutic trial as being reasonable and safe? If so, for how long? 1 month, 2 months, etc. before saying this therapy was having no benefit?

OB: I completely understand why people don’t want to wait years for definitive trials. Living with severe Long COVID can be devastating. If it were me or a close family member, I would consider a therapeutic trial of LDN. I would probably give it around 2–3 months to see if there was any meaningful improvement, and if not, I would stop. It’s important to be hopeful, but also realistic about the uncertainty.

KH: Any final comments?

OB: LDN is a biologically plausible, inexpensive, and accessible candidate for repurposing. The preliminary signal is encouraging. However, the history of medicine is full of promising uncontrolled findings that did not survive randomized testing. So, the most important next step is rigorous, adequately powered randomized trials. Until then, LDN should be framed as investigational therapy.

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Kirk Hamilton PA’s Clinical Pearls: Dr. Oyuka Byambasuren and colleagues’ paper and this interview came at a perfect time. I was discussing with a compounding pharmacist just yesterday what compounded agent she liked the most. Hands down she stated Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)! She says it is excellent for many pain patients, those with autoimmune illness like Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and she sees it used for Long Covid quite frequently and successfully. She reemphasized LDNs distinct, sometimes dramatic benefit in chronic pain patients like fibromyalgia and just the improvement in quality of life in those who take LDN.

I have been practicing integrative medicine for 43 years. In this type of medicine there maybe 5-10 agents that show some benefit in a condition and have some reasonable biological rationale. Sometimes I lose track of a therapy that I may have used in the past because I started using other treatment (s). It is easy in this medicine to think of 10-20 things you can give someone for a condition that make biological sense (aside from lifestyle change which is the most important) but really 5 or less things to take for a problem is ideal.

So LDN is going to be “bumped” up on my list to try again in LC patients which I have used in the past.

Quick Treatment Thoughts on Long Covid…

1) Low glycemic diet (no processed carbs, added sugars or alcohol), Prolon – Fasting Mimicking Diet once per month for 6 months.

2) Minimize caffeine intake initially.

3) Vitamins C, D, B1, B12, methyl folate, Zinc, magnesium, free form amino acids, CoQ10, probiotic/bifidobacter, colostrum product, N-acetylcystiene 500-600 mg twice daily, Ultimate Spike Detox 4/d or an empty stomach (or at least 400 mg / 8000 FU nattokinase, bromelain 1000 mg, Curcumin 1000-2000 mg and N-Acetylcysteine 500-600 mg/d) Read/Watch “SPIKE PROTEIN EFFECT” - Guide to Understanding the Spike Protein Effect. Dr McCullough reviews public educational brochure with Dr Michael Gaeta. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points, Feb 27, 2026. ”Spike Protein Guide” by The Wellness Company .

4) Adrenal Glandular Support or low dose cortisone acetate (Safe Uses of Cortisol by William McK. Jefferies, MD) especially between 12-2 p.m.

5) LDN 1.5-4.5 mg at bedtime 2-3 month.

6) Ivermectin ½ mg/kg 1 month trial.

7) IV vitamin C (vits/mins), NAD SQ injections and/or B1B12folic acid home injections.

8) Exercise daily 30-60 minutes of gentle aerobics and then strength training 20 minutes 3 x week (circuit training) ***Note if your are tired after exercising but recover by the next day keep at the same intensity or gently increase it. If you feel “wiped out” the next day you have to cut back on the duration and intensity of the exercise. But always keep trying. Any movement is better than no movement. People who move get well faster. Try to get to an intensity where you sweat.

9) Meditation daily (www.drjoedispenza.com Dr. Hemal Patel Interviews 1. 2. /Falun Dafa Practice)

10) Far-infared saunas. ( I have one. Reasonable price and mobile. Definitely makes you sweat).

There are more possible treatments for Covid Long Haul but this is a good start…The key is you keep “tightening spokes” on the persons “wheel of health”. If you keep tightening and adjusting with the therapies you are skilled at good things many times eventually happen.

Be Well Kirk

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Galectin-3 Good for Assessing Neuroinflammation, Heart Disease, Cancer and Other Chronic Diseases and the Lifestyle Factors (Diet, Supplements, Exercise, Sleep, Stress) That Can Lower It.

…and IV Vit C in Cancer Treatment; Brain Health & Blood Sugar, Creatine & Phosphytidalcholine; Sleep & Brain Glymphatic System; 8 GI Doctor Recommended Nutrients; Heart Function & Love; Socialization & Aging...

 Watch/Listen to Kirk Hamilton’s Video Review of This Health Letter Here

I first became aware of Galectin-3 listening to internist-cardiologist-epidemiologist Dr. Peter McCullough talk about it’s use in following heart damage post-Covid 19 vaccine. At the recent A4M Longevity Fest December 12-14, 2025 in Las Vegas I heard a very informative lecture on the
use of Galectin-3 as an assessment tool focused on neurologic disease and the use of anit-galectin-3 antibodies as a very promising treatment for Alzheimer’s disease and neurodegeneration. Here is a summary of the talk below. I personally am using Galectin-3 as a “high-end” C-reactive protein following not just heart disease and neurologic diseases but cancers and most other chronic diseases. Whatever chronic disease I am trying to help the patient with I have been monitoring levels of Galectin-3 and trying to get them below <17.8 ng/mL = low risk.

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Summary…

Anti-Galectin-3 Antibody and How to Assess Individual Outcomes
James LaValle, RPh, CCN, MT & Sheldon Jordon, MD
(Longevity Fest 2025 12-12-25)

Galectin-3 is a central driver of chronic inflammation, neurodegeneration, and metabolic dysfunction, linking conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, heart failure, and fibrosis through shared inflammatory and immune pathways. James LaValle, RPh, CCN, MT explained how insulin resistance, gut-derived lipopolysaccharides (LPS), environmental toxins, and aging elevate Galectin-3, triggering microglial activation, oxidative stress, abnormal protein aggregation, and loss of neuronal function. Neurologist Sheldon Jordan, MD, then introduced TB-006, an investigational monoclonal antibody that blocks Galectin-3 and has shown early promise in improving cognition and motor symptoms in neurodegenerative patients. He emphasized that individual outcomes must be measured with sensitive tools—such as advanced MRI, proteomic biomarkers, and validated cognitive scales—to detect changes beyond placebo effects and natural variability. Galectin-3 inhibition was presented as a potentially transformative strategy in precision brain health and aging-related disease management.

Galectin-3 (Gal-3) is presented as a critical mediator linking:

  • Neuroinflammation

  • Metaflammation / Inflammaging

  • Insulin resistance & metabolic syndrome

  • Neurodegeneration (Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, post-TBI, etc.)

  • Fibrosis & organ dysfunction (heart, kidney, liver, lung)

Galectin-3’s Role in Neuroinflammation

  • Gal-3 is released by microglia in neuroinflammation

  • Binds LPS and amplifies inflammatory signaling

  • Promotes:

    • α-synuclein aggregation (Parkinson’s)

    • Tau phosphorylation (Alzheimer’s)

    • ROS generation

    • Fibrosis & tissue stiffening

  • Persistently elevated Gal-3 creates self-propagating neuronal damage:

1. Neuron injury → release of α-synuclein & laminin fragments

2. Fragments → activate microglia

3. Microglia → produce more Gal-3

4. Gal-3 → amplifies inflammation + protein aggregation

Monitoring Galectin-3…

Galectin-3 serum levels for chronic disease monitoring and risk reduction

  • <17.8 ng/mL = low risk

  • 17.8–22 ng/mL = moderate risk

  • 22.2 ng/mL = high risk

  • 25.9 ng/mL = rapid progression toward heart failure

Other markers frequently correlated with Gal-3:

  • hs-CRP

  • HbA1c / fasting glucose

  • MMP-9

  • Neutrophil/Lymphocyte ratio (NLR)

Possible Neurogenerative Treatment
TB-006: Anti-Galectin-3 Antibody Intervention

TB-006 is an investigational humanized monoclonal antibody developed by TrueBinding, Inc. that targets Galectin-3 (Gal-3), a protein involved in neuroinflammation and protein aggregation. It acts by inhibiting Gal-3, potentially reversing amyloid plaques and tau tangles to improve cognitive function in Alzheimer’s patients. TB-006 is available via FDA Expanded Access.

Proposed actions:

  • Blocks Gal-3 binding

  • Reduces α-synuclein aggregation

  • Suppresses NLRP3 inflammasome

  • Improves:

    • Synaptic function

    • Glymphatic clearance

    • Blood Brain Barrier integrity

    • Cognitive performance

Clinical Takeaways…

  1. Galectin-3 is a central amplifier of neuroinflammation

    • Strongly linked to Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, TBI, stroke, metabolic disease

  2. Insulin resistance + LPS = Gal-3 activation

    • Supports “Type 3 diabetes” dementia model

  3. Environmental toxicants are major contributors

    • Most Parkinson’s cases are non-genetic

  4. TB-006 shows early promise

    • Objective improvements in cognition and motor function

    • Case videos showed dramatic Parkinson’s functional recovery

“General” Galectin-3 Facts…

The Galectin-3 test measures a protein in the blood associated with inflammation and fibrosis (scarring) and is used “classically” to assess the risk, prognosis, and progression of heart failure. It helps clinicians identify patients with chronic heart failure at high risk for hospitalization or death, assisting in personalized treatment, disease management, and monitoring.

Traditional Reasons for the Galectin-3 Test:

  • Heart Failure Prognosis: It is used alongside clinical evaluations to predict the severity and progression of chronic heart failure.

  • Risk Assessment: Elevated levels (typically ng/mL) are associated with a higher hazard for mortality and re-hospitalization.

  • Monitoring Disease Progression: Because Galectin-3 levels have low biological variability, regular testing (e.g., twice yearly) helps detect worsening heart failure, such as when levels increase by.

  • Fibrosis Detection: Galectin-3 is a biomarker for cardiac, liver, and kidney fibrosis (tissue scarring).

  • Preventive Strategy: Early detection of rising levels can lead to timely adjustments in treatment to prevent further cardiac damage.

Things That Lower Galectin-3…

Reducing Galectin-3 is an emerging area of immunology, metabolic health, and longevity research. There is evidence that certain dietary fibers, polyphenols, metabolic interventions, and gut/oral health strategies can help reduce Galectin-3 signaling or its downstream effects.

Natural Compounds with Evidence of Lowering Galectin-3 Activity

1. Natural Compounds
A. Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP)

  • Most studied natural inhibitor of Galectin-3

  • Binds Galectin-3 lectin domains and blocks its pro-inflammatory/fibrotic effects

  • Used in cardiovascular fibrosis, kidney support, and cancer support research

  • Doses vary in studies (often 5–15g/day, divided)

B. Green Tea Catechins (EGCG)

  • EGCG inhibits Galectin-3 binding interactions in lab models

  • Also reduces oxidative stress and inflammation

  • Supports metabolic health

C. Curcumin (Turmeric Extract)

  • Inhibits NF-κB, TLR-4, and inflammatory cascades linked to Galectin-3

  • Shows anti-fibrotic actions in liver, kidney, and cardiovascular tissues

D. Resveratrol / Pterostilbene (dimethylated analog of resveratrol - more potent)

  • Anti-fibrotic and anti-inflammatory signaling via AMPK activation

  • Supports endothelial function and insulin sensitivity

E. Quercetin

  • Inhibits mast cell activation and pro-fibrotic cytokines

  • May blunt LPS-induced inflammatory pathways that upregulate Galectin-3

F. Berberine

  • Improves insulin sensitivity and gut barrier function

  • Reduces LPS translocation

  • Helps reduce metabolic drivers of Galectin-3

G. Omega-3 Fatty Acids (EPA/DHA)

  • Lower systemic inflammation

  • Support neuronal and cardiovascular anti-fibrotic responses

2. Nutritional & Dietary Patterns

Certain patterns reduce the biological triggers that elevate Galectin-3:

A. Low-Glycemic, Insulin-Sensitizing Diet

Because insulin resistance is a major driver of Galectin-3:

  • Emphasize vegetables, legumes, lean proteins, healthy fats

  • Minimize refined sugars and ultra-processed carbs

B. Anti-Inflammatory Diet

Focus on:

  • Olive oil, nuts/seeds, fish, berries, dark greens

  • Spices (turmeric, ginger, garlic)

  • Polyphenol-rich plants (tea, cacao, citrus)

C. High Fiber & Prebiotic Foods

Fiber reduces:

  • Gut permeability

  • Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) absorption

  • Metainflammation

Sources:

  • Beans/lentils, oats, chia, flax, root vegetables, leafy greens

D. Fermented Foods

Support microbial diversity:

  • Kefir, yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi, tempeh

3. Lifestyle Interventions That Lower Galectin-3 Drivers

A. Insulin Sensitivity & Metabolic Fitness

Exercise lowers insulin resistance, which strongly correlates with Galectin-3.

Most evidence supports:

  • Zone 2 aerobic training (30–60 min, 4–5x/week) (Zone 2 training is a low-intensity, long-duration aerobic exercise performed at 60-70% of your maximum heart rate, often referred to as a "conversation pace").

  • Strength training (2–3x/week)

  • Intermittent fasting or time-restricted eating (if medically appropriate)

These improve:

  • Mitochondrial function

  • AMPK activation (AMPK (AMP-activated protein kinase) activation acts as a master cellular energy sensor that restores energy balance by switching on catabolic pathways (fatty acid oxidation, glucose uptake, autophagy) and switching off anabolic pathways (cholesterol/protein synthesis). It is activated by low energy (high AMP/ADP-to-ATP ratio), exercise, calorie restriction, and compounds like metformin)

  • Glucose utilization

  • Neuroinflammation

B. Gut Health & Barrier Integrity

Because LPS upregulates Galectin-3, protecting the gut is key:

  • Avoid frequent alcohol excess

  • Minimize NSAID overuse (if applicable)

  • Treat chronic GI issues (IBS, SIBO, IBD)

  • Increase fiber + probiotics

C. Oral Health

Dental plaque contains LPS that drives Galectin-3.
Important steps:

  • Brush & floss daily

  • Dental cleanings 2x/year

  • Treat gum disease promptly

D. Sleep & Stress

Poor sleep and chronic cortisol elevation amplify Galectin-3 pathways.
Helpful habits:

  • 7–8 hours consistent sleep

  • Morning light exposure

  • Stress reduction (breathing, meditation, yoga, HRV training)

4. Environmental Factors to Reduce

Environmental toxins drive neuroinflammation and fibrosis.

Key contributors:

  • Diesel/pollution

  • Heavy metals (lead, mercury, cadmium)

  • Mold/mycotoxins

  • Pesticides & solvents

  • Plastics & endocrine disruptors

Reducing exposure can indirectly lower Galectin-3 activation.

Galectin-3 rises when the body is:

Inflamed

  • Insulin resistant

  • Exposed to toxins

  • Under chronic immune stress
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Immune and Hematological Responses to the Third Dose of an mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine An Interview with Dr. Yasar Yousafzai, MD, PhD

World View, Local Health Environment and Experiences Shape Health Professionals Questions and Perspectives on Covid-19 Vaccine Implementation, Efficacy and Health Risks… Open Dialogue is Encouraged.


View and Listen to Interview Here: 42:28 min:sec

Yasar Mehmood Yousafzai, MD, PhD
Hematologist/Pathologist
Institute of Pathology and Diagnostic Medicine
Khyber Medical University, Peshawar, Pakistan
yasar.yousafzai@kmu.edu.pk

Immune and hematologicak responses to the third dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine: a six-month longitudinal study. Front Cell Infect Microbiol. 2025 Jul 10;15:1615227. “

Kirk’s Comment…

I decided to put my commentary at the top of this summary and outline of my interview with Dr. Yasar Yousafzai, MD, PhD, from Pakistan regarding the study he and his colleagues did on a third dose of a Covid-19 vaccine in young adults, this one being the Pfizer mRNA vaccine,
because I had some biases when I first looked at this paper. I have a very negative view of the mRNA Covid-19 vaccine so I was looking for anything that could be possibly negative about the vaccine in this study. Truthfully this study did not show any real “negative” sequelae from the single mRNA vaccine given (Pfizer) in this healthy young population. Only some transient and expected elevations in some inflammatory markers were observed. The real importance of doing this interview for me wasn’t any unique finding of the study. It was realizing that we all have different world views and experiences when looking at Covid 19 vaccine information. The benefit for me was opening my mind up of how an extremely well trained health professional (M.D., PhD) halfway around the world (13 hours ahead of my PST time zone) viewed Covid vaccine use during the pandemic from a different perspective than where I was coming from. And by doing this interview in an open-minded fashion I may have exposed an open and honest physician researcher to look at the Covid 19 mRNA vaccine differently.

Dr. Yousafzai told me he still sees cases of polio. He feels that vaccines are critical for his patient population which comes from his country of Pakistan and neighboring Afghanistan. Vaccines are seen has agents that can save needless death and suffering. Yet he was open to my comment of “What if these populations who are poor had excellent sanitation, pure water and basic whole food nutrition. Would there be a need for such vaccinations? Would there be these polio cases?” (Encourage reading Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology, and Reality, by Peter McCullough, MD and John Leake) He was open to the fact that the spike protein is something he needed to look at in a more in-depth fashion as a potential pathogenic agent that might cause thrombotic/vascular events, accelerated cancer and other side effects even though in this study there wasn’t any findings that were truly remarkable.

In closing I think I made a positive connection with a professional colleague half-way around the world that is open to seeing some of the evidence and sources on vaccine harm not only from the Covid vaccination viewpoint but other vaccines as well without confrontation, but with cooperation and openness. That is why I am so thankful for this interview to have taken place!

Enjoy. I hope you get something from this interview and summary to help your decision making on your own and/or your patient’s health.

P.S. ?? Since China (Chinese Communist Party-CCP) appears not to have used an mRNA Covid 19 vaccine on their people (they used either inactivated Covid 19 virus (Sinovac) or innocuous vector borne delivery of DNA (CanSino) you have to ask the question why? Did they (CCP) know something about the Covid-19 mRNA vaccine technology (Moderna, Pfizer) that they didn’t want their people to be exposed to in mass?? (See Below)

Databases Chronicling Covid Vaccine Adverse Events…

Open VAERS (Vaccine Adverse Events Reporting System) Red Boxes
1) Click on US for U.S. Statistics versus world-wide.
2) All Deaths Reported to VAERS by Year (scroll down page)
3) VAERS Covid Vaccine Reports of Deaths by Days to Onset All-Ages (scrol0 down page)

World Council for Health Covid-19 Vaccine Pharmacovigilance Report

1. Data from Pharmacovigilance Databases about Covid-19 Vaccines and Other Commonly Administered Vaccines and Interventions

This report collates adverse event data on COVID-19 vaccines from the following pharmacovigilance databases:

The World Health Organization (WHO) – VigiAccess

The U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC) – Vaccine Adverse Events Reporting System (VAERS)

EudraVigilance – European Database of Suspected Adverse Drug Reaction Reports

Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency – UK Yellow Card Reporting Site

The Covid-19 vaccine adverse event data gathered on each pharmacovigilance database is compared with the adverse event data of similar pharmacological products (other common vaccines) on the same databases when possible.

Detailed Summary of Interview…

In this Staying Healthy Today interview, Kirk Hamilton, PA speaks with Yasar Mehmood Yousafzai, MD, PhD—Professor of Hematology and Director at Khyber Medical University—about his 2025 study published in Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology titled “Immune and hematologic responses to the third dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine: a six-month longitudinal study.” Dr. Yousafzai explains that his team conducted a prospective study of 68 healthy young adults (ages 20–30) who received a third (Pfizer mRNA) COVID-19 vaccine dose (the first two vaccines prior to this study were were Sinovac and CanSino vaccines), intentionally selecting a uniform, low-comorbidity population to isolate biologic effects without confounding disease variables. The researchers evaluated short-term inflammatory and coagulation markers within 48 hours post-vaccination—including C-reactive protein (CRP), interferon levels, prothrombin time (PT), activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), and D-dimer—and found a subtle but consistent transient increase in inflammatory markers along with mild, temporary alterations in coagulation parameters across participants. These changes normalized over time and were not associated with clinical thrombotic events, suggesting a short-lived inflammatory and hematologic response expected after immunization. At six months follow-up there was focused antibody persistence (IgG and IgA against SARS-CoV-2 antigens), demonstrating sustained humoral immune response, though these assays were not spike-protein–specific quantitative tests. Dr. Yousafzai hypothesized that while these physiologic shifts were mild and self-limited in healthy individuals, rare exaggerated responses in susceptible persons (due to genetic predisposition, comorbidities, or immune variability) might help explain infrequent severe adverse events reported in broader populations. The discussion also explored evolving perspectives on COVID-19 severity, natural immunity, vaccine risk-benefit balance over time, and public health ethics, with Dr. Yousafzai noting that as population-level natural immunity increased and disease severity declined, the justification for ongoing broad vaccination campaigns became less compelling outside high-risk groups.

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NOTE: The first two doses of Covid Vaccines used in subjects prior to this study were a combination of either the Sinovac and CanSino vaccines… This study did not use three consecutive mRNA doses of vaccine. Only the last one was an mRNA vaccine from Pfizer.

How The Sinovac Vaccine Works…

The Sinovac vaccine uses an inactivated form of the COVID-19 virus, instead of the mRNA technology that Pfizer and Moderna use. Developed by the Chinese biopharmaceutical company Sinovac Biotech, this vaccine has been approved for use and widely used in countries like China, Indonesia and other South American countries.

How The CanSino Vaccine Works…

  • Viral vector platform (adenovirus-based):
    The vaccine uses a modified (non-replicating) adenovirus type 5 (Ad5) as a vector to carry the DNA — a harmless cold-like virus altered so it cannot reproduce or cause disease. The CanSino vaccine, formally known as Convidicea, is produced by CanSino Biologics Inc. often referred to as CanSinoBIO. Founded in 2009 in Tianjin, China, this biotechnology company specializes in developing and manufacturing vaccines, including mRNA and adenovirus-based platforms.

  • It delivers DNA instructions:
    Inside this vector is DNA that encodes the spike (S) protein of SARS-CoV-2, the part of the virus your immune system learns to recognize.

  • Inside your cells:
    Once injected, the adenovirus enters your cells and delivers the spike gene to the cell’s nucleus. There the DNA is transcribed into mRNA, which is then used by the cell’s machinery to make the spike protein (translation). This is similar in concept to how mRNA vaccines lead to spike protein production, but the delivery method is different.

  • Immune response:
    The cell displays the spike protein on its surface, and your immune system sees it as foreign and builds protective responses (antibodies and T-cells) against it.

Key difference vs. mRNA vaccines

  • mRNA vaccines (like Pfizer-BioNTech [the 3rd dose in this study] and Moderna) contain synthetic mRNA that directly instructs cells to make the spike protein.

  • CanSino’s vaccine uses a viral vector delivering DNA that must first be converted to mRNA within the cell — it does not contain or deliver mRNA itself in the same way.

Summary In Short…

– The CanSino vaccine delivers instructions for a piece of the coronavirus (the spike protein) using a harmless virus carrier.
– Your cells make that spike protein.
– Your immune system learns to fight it without you ever being infected with actual COVID-19.

This is similar in concept to the adenovirus-based vaccines from other manufacturers (like Johnson & Johnson’s), but uses a specific Ad5 vector.

Study Vaccine mRNA Third Dose…

The vaccine used for the third dose was the Pfizer/BioTech mRNA vaccine (Batch/Lot No#36310BA, ex. date 08/2022)

mRNA vaccines work by delivering synthetic mRNA into cells, instructing them to produce the spike protein.

The immune system recognizes this protein as foreign, triggering the production of spike protein antibodies. These antibodies remain in the body to fight the actual virus if exposed later, providing immunity without causing infection.

Key Aspects of How mRNA Vaccines Function:

  • Instructional Mechanism: Instead of using weakened virus components, these vaccines provide genetic instructions (mRNA) for cells to create a specific, foreign protein (spike protein).

  • Immune System Activation: The immune system detects the foreign protein and mounts an immune response, producing antibodies to the spike protein which theoretically reduces infection, transmission and severity of illness.

Study Outline, Clinical Pearls and Action Plan

Immune & Hematologic Responses to a Third mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine Dose:
Six-Month Longitudinal Study in Healthy Young Adults

Study Snapshot…

Design: Prospective longitudinal cohort
Participants: 68 healthy adults (ages 20–30)
Intervention: Third-dose mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer)
Focus:

  • Short-term inflammatory and coagulation responses (48-hour window)

  • Six-month antibody persistence

Purpose:
To identify measurable subclinical biologic changes that may help explain rare adverse events observed in large-scale vaccination programs.

Key Findings

1️. Acute Inflammatory Response (Within 48 Hours)

  • Mild CRP elevation

  • Increased interferon signaling

  • Uniform but subtle inflammatory activation across cohort

  • No persistent inflammatory elevation

Interpretation:
Expected innate immune activation following antigen exposure; transient and self-limited.

2️. Coagulation Parameters

  • Mild prolongation of PT and aPTT

  • Slight D-dimer elevation

  • No observed clinical thrombotic events

  • Parameters normalized after acute phase

Interpretation:
Temporary disturbance of coagulation cascade without overt thrombosis in healthy young individuals.

3️. Six-Month Immune Response

  • Sustained IgG and IgA antibodies

  • Demonstrated persistence of humoral immunity

  • No chronic inflammatory signature

Clinical Pearls…

1. Vaccination Produces Measurable Systemic Effects

Even in asymptomatic individuals, laboratory shifts in inflammatory and coagulation markers can occur.

2. Transient Coagulation Changes Do Not Equal Clinical Thrombosis

Lab abnormalities in the acute window normalized and did not translate into events in this cohort.

3. Risk Is Likely Susceptibility-Dependent

Rare severe events may represent amplified responses in individuals with:

  • Endothelial dysfunction

  • Hypercoagulable states

  • Autoimmune predisposition

  • Genetic susceptibility

4. Age & Comorbidity Matter

Findings apply to young, healthy adults — not directly generalizable to:

  • Elderly patients

  • Oncology populations

  • Autoimmune patients

  • Patients with cardiovascular disease

5. Risk–Benefit Is Time-Sensitive

As viral virulence declines and natural immunity rises, the public health and individual risk–benefit balance shifts.

6. Inflammation Is Part of Mechanism

Short-lived inflammation is expected and likely necessary for immune priming.

Clinical Action Plan

1️. Pre-Vaccination Risk Stratification

Evaluate:

  • History of myocarditis/pericarditis

  • Prior thromboembolic events

  • Known thrombophilia

  • Active malignancy

  • Autoimmune disease

  • Chronic inflammatory disorders

  • Immunocompromised state

2️. Patient Counseling

Discuss:

  • Individual risk of severe COVID-19

  • Prior infection and natural immunity

  • Occupational exposure risk

  • Local epidemiology

  • Known short-term immune responses

  • Rare but documented adverse events

Encourage shared decision-making.

3️. Post-Vaccination Monitoring

Routine laboratory monitoring not recommended for low-risk individuals.

Consider labs if symptoms develop:

  • CRP

  • PT/aPTT

  • D-dimer

  • Troponin (if cardiac symptoms)

  • ECG / echocardiogram if clinically indicated

Red flag symptoms:

  • Chest pain

  • Dyspnea

  • Severe headache

  • Unilateral limb swelling

  • Neurologic deficits

4️. Special Populations

Elderly / High-Risk

  • Potential benefit greater?

  • Individualized assessment required

Oncology / Autoimmune

  • Consider baseline inflammatory burden

  • Assess timing relative to immunotherapy or chemotherapy

Prior Vaccine Reaction

  • Would not recommend further vaccination

Limitations of the Study…

  • Small sample size (n=68)

  • Narrow age range

  • No control (unvaccinated) arm

  • No spike-specific quantitative antibody assay

  • No mechanistic endothelial or mitochondrial markers evaluated

Practical Clinical Takeaway…

In this study healthy young adults:

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Meditation "Cures" Pancreatic Cancer, Self-Love For Healing, Carnivore Diet Thoughts, Herbs for Pain and More...

Highlights…

PANCREATIC CANCER - MEDITATION - Healed From Pancreatic Cancer - His Doctor Called Him A Miracle. Dr. Joe Dispenza, Stories of Transformation. January 25, 2026. 12:53 min:sec “…One week after planning retirement with his wife, Mark was told he was inoperable, incurable, and terminal. Stage four pancreatic cancer had spread to his lymph nodes and liver, and doctors were clear- stabilization was the best outcome he could hope for. With limited time and undergoing chemotherapy, Mark fully committed to change. Having never meditated before, he and his wife meditated twice a day, every day, focusing on Blessing of the Energy Centers. Two weeks after a powerful meditation experience, a scheduled PET scan showed something no one expected - no tumor in his pancreas. Two years later, Mark continues to receive clear scans. As he says, “I didn’t cure cancer. I became somebody who no longer has it.”…” 1) Watch documentary. “Source: It’s Within You
2) My favorite Story of Transformation I found before I knew I had my cancer. Then sent to me again months later after I knew I had my cancer. Patience, Practice and Persistence. Family physician cures herself of rare sarcoma after chemo, radiation and natural therapies fail.
3) See my interviews with head UCSD researcher Hemal Patel, PhD documenting whole body physiologic change from this form of meditation. Interview 1; Interview 2.
4) Recommended home course I am enjoying currently. I have continued “work” to do to. ”Count Your Blessings

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HEALING - SHAME - SELF-ESTEEM - CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES - ADULT DISEASE - You Can’t Heal a Body You Hate. Before you can heal, shame needs to go. Makai Allbert, EPOCH Times, January 24, 2026.
1) Self-Kindness Over Self-Judgment
2) Common Humanity Over Isolation
3) Mindfulness Over Over-Identification
a) The harming power of shame. “…Shame is a pervasive, multidimensional emotion influencing brain, body and social life. While shame can foster accountability, its toxic forms drive stigma, withdrawal and mental illness….”
b) Acute Stressors and Cortisol Responses: A Theoretical Integration and Synthesis of Laboratory Research. “…Tasks containing both uncontrollable and social-evaluative elements were associated with the largest cortisol and adrenocorticotropin hormone changes and the longest times to recovery….”
c) Acute Threat to the Social Self: Shame, Social Self-esteem, and Cortisol Activity. “…Cortisol changes may be specifically tied to the experience of emotions and cognitions reflecting low self-worth…”
d) Immunological Effects of Induced Shame and Guilt. “…those individuals in the self-blame condition reporting the greatest increases in shame in response to the task showed the greatest elevations in pro-inflammatory cytokine activity…”
e) Adverse childhood experiences and the risk of premature mortality. “…ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) are associated with an increased risk of premature death…”
f) The Relation Between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Adult Health: Turning Gold into Lead. “…Clearly, we have shown that adverse childhood experiences are both common and destructive. This combination makes them one of the most important, if not the most important, determinants of the health and well-being of the nation…
g) Relationship of childhood abuse and household dysfunction to many of the leading causes of death in adults. The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study. “…We found a strong graded relationship between the breadth of exposure to abuse or household dysfunction during childhood and multiple risk factors for several of the leading causes of death in adults…”

Kirk’s Comment: Change your thoughts and emotions (energy and frequency) and change who you are. Leave the old “energetic self” behind. If we don’t manage those 60,000-70,000 thoughts per day of which 90-95% are the same as yesterday we never change our energetics, therefore we never change our physiology and we remain the same and susceptible to the same old disease (s). I work everyday at this. For some it may come quickly like the above cancer example, for others, like myself, the work continues :-))!

PAIN - OPIODS - HERBALS - Struggling with Chronic Pain? New Research Unveils Innovative Approaches to Pain and Opioid Use Disorder, IMA, October 11, 2025. Can Herbal Medicine Help End the Opioid Crisis? IMA Researchers Propose a Clinical Trial. A new study published in the Journal of Independent Medicine proposes testing a combination of herbal therapies as adjunctive treatment for opioid use disorder. Independent Medical Alliance, Jan 30, 2026.

COMMENT: Elimination diets as simple as eating no dairy products, wheat products, eggs, sugar, alcohol and eliminating caffeine while the rest of the diet is eating only whole food for 2-4 weeks can bring about rapid and dramatic pain reduction frequently. In fact, in all my shockwave patients which is a treatment for many “itises”, I encourage them to go on the diet I just mentioned above, or modified-fast like Prolon (www.prolonlife.com) to see how much of their pain condition is related to food? 10%, 60%, 90%? It sometimes can be a dramatic reduction in pain in a very short time.

Pain and Depression Relief with the Carnivore Diet…
I just got finished reading “The Carnivore Diet” by orthopedic surgeon Shawn Baker, MD and he mentions pain reduction frequently and improvement in mood as a result of being on the “Carnivore” diet. I am sure the Carnivore Diet if done as mentioned will help a lot of people with pain reduction, metabolic normalization and weight loss. The question has always been for me “Is it a lifelong diet or just a therapeutic diet?” Dr. Baker reviews many arguments in his book including “Where are the longevity or Blue Zone cultures that eat a purely carnivore diet?” There isn’t in the traditional Blue Zone areas of Ikaria (Greece), Sardinia (Italy), Nicoya (Costa Rica), Okinawa (Japan) and Loma Linda (CA). BUT there ISN’T a purely plant-based one either. Loma Linda may be the closest but they are not all pure vegans. He does mention Hong Kong (where I was born) being one of the longest lived areas in the world and they eat a very high per capita consumption of meat. Gemini AI “…Hong Kong has one of the highest per capita meat consumption rates in the world, with residents consuming approximately 664g of meat per day, equivalent to about two 10-oz steaks. Total annual meat consumption is estimated at 189.48 kg per person, driven by high intakes of pork, beef, and seafood…” Gemini AI “…Hong Kong consistently ranks as having one of the longest life expectancies in the world, frequently topping global lists alongside Japan. While sometimes ranking #1, recent 2022-2024 data indicates it now ranks in the top 3, with life expectancy for women reaching approximately 86.8 years and men around 80.7 years…” I enjoyed hearing his many logical arguments from his perspective even though I have listened to counter arguments in favor of whole food plant-based eating for 25 years being a vegan. I am eating more animal food now starting before I “got” my colon cancer (9/26/23) and the tumor was removed (1/16/25). It was after I got my first Covid infection in August of 2021 and I had to stay away from the office for about 10 days that I remember going out and having a hamburger at “In and Out” after about 25 years of not eating meat. That two year period from then until I was diagnosed with colon CA was not my best period of eating let’s put it that way. It wasn’t just eating more animal food. It was more processed foods, sugar and caffeine… and more stress. I have always like the taste of animal food even when I was a vegan. But the suffering of animals, especially in the context of factory farming, was really my biggest issue with eating meat. The environmental impact was an issue. More for actually water usage than green house gases which I now believe CO2 as a “human flourishing” gas for the planet and more greenery which is life giving. After I get my one year CT scan at the end of February 2026 and it is clear I could see myself doing an experiment on a carnivore diet. I am a labwork “freak” on my own biology so I like to look at myself as I try different modes of healing/wellness.

The Carnivore Diet is a good book and definitely worth the read. (NOTE: Almost all diets in their purest form get people off consuming ultraprocessed foods which is good! Just by eating WHOLE FOODS and subtracting a few foods for a month as mentioned (dairy, wheat, eggs, alcohol, caffeine) can make life changing health improvements quite frequently. I am convinced the longer I observe people eating varied diet that we human are very adaptive to different food environments and can thrive on higher or lower fat diets, different amounts of animal foods IF THE REST OF OUR DIETS ARE WHOLE FOODS…It’s about consuming real food and as close to it’s whole state as possible that I think in general determines our health.

A Note About Myself…
I don’t like joining groups (plant-based, functional medicine, anti-aging, etc.) or parties (I am an independent). I want to make may own decisions from the present moment of what I am seeing, feeling or studying. Ego and being “right” is a tough pill for all of us to work through at times. Hopefully we keep growing and being willing to change and see the other sides point of view…Then take a stance. That is why the ultimate in being healthy is to have freedom of information and freedom of speech. You can feel Dr. Shawn Baker’s urgency and frustration with the possibility of some governmental agencies trying to tell him how much animal food he (public) can eat.

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Nutrition, Prevention and Integrative Medicine…

ANXIETY - Why Your Brain Overreacts to Fear—and How to Fix It. Gradual exposure to fear can rewire your brain and reduce anxiety. Debbie Cohen, EPOCH Times, 1/27/2026.

CARNIVORE DIET - Why Steak Is at the Top | Dr. Shawn Baker. American Thought Leaders - The Epoch Times and Shawn Baker MD. American Thought Leaders, Jan Jekielek, EPOCH Times, January 24, 2026 108:12 min:sec.

COGNITIVE DECLINE - VITAMIN D - Vitamin D supplementation and incident dementia: Effects of sex, APOE, and baseline cognitive status. Alzheimer’s Dement (Amst). 2023 Mar 1;15(1):e12404. “…In a prospective cohort study, we assessed effects of Vitamin D on dementia incidence in 12,388 participants from the National Alzheimer’s Coordinating Center dataset. Vitamin D exposure was associated with 40% lower dementia incidence versus no exposure…”

NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCE - CHILD - Near-Death Miracle: 6-Year-Old Survives Drowning and Says He Visited Heaven—Who He Saw There Will Stun You. Gan Jing World, Gan Jing World, Jul 11, 2025.

PEDIATRIC MEDICINE - CALIFORNIA - LAWSUIT - Parents, doctors, and CHD sue AAP in one of the most important lawsuits in medical history. This lawsuit, drafted by California attorney Rick Jaffe, is without exaggeration, one of the most important lawsuits ever filed in modern medical history. I explain why in this must read article. Steve Kirsch, Steve Kirsch’s Newsletter, Jan 21, 2026.

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - DMSO - 64 year old Ohio man with Rheumatoid Arthritis reports after 2 months (”fantastic results”)! William Makis, MD, Jan 31, 2026. Summary: This patient had significant relief from rheumatoid arthritis of the knee with the use of Ivermectin 1mg/kg/day, Fenbendazole 888mg/day, Curcumin 2000mg/day, Quercetin 2000mg/day and topical DMSO 50% applied to joints.

VACCINE SAFETY - AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS - RICO SUIT - Children’s Health Defense Hits AAP With RICO Suit Over Fraudulent Vaccine Safety Claims. In a lawsuit filed today in federal court, Children’s Health Defense and five other plaintiffs accused the American Academy of Pediatrics of running a decades-long racketeering scheme. Michael Nevradakis, Ph.D.Brenda Baletti, Ph.D.The Defender, Jan 21, 2026.

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Cancer…

BASAL CELL CANCER - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - Topical Ivermectin Testimonial - 66 year old Texas nurse with Basal Cell Carcinoma at the nose/cheek junction reports after 4 months - cancer free! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 20, 2026.

BLADDER CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - CBD Oil - MCP - 63 year old Florida man with Recurrent Bladder Cancers reports after 5 months - biopsy is negative! William Makis, MD, Jan 24, 2026.

BREAST CANCER - IVERMECTIN - ALBENDAZOLE - 53 year old SERBIAN Woman with Stage 4 Breast Cancer TNBC, reports after 8 months with something unprecedented - her tumor pathology has changed! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 21, 2026.

IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - 51 year old South Carolina woman with Stage 4 Breast Cancer reports after 3 months: tumors shrinking! William Makis, MD, Jan 31, 2026.

CANINE CANCER - CANINE CANCER - FENBENDAZOLE - IVERMECTIN - 9 year old Rottweiler with Histiocytic Sarcoma reports after 5 months - tumors are shrinking!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 23, 2026.

CHOLANGIOCARCINOMA - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 73 year old Canadian woman with Stage 4 Cholangiocarcinoma reports after 3 months. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, January 15, 2026.

CANCER CLINICS - IVERMECTIN - REPURPOSED DRUGS - Major UPDATE on our World Leading IVERMECTIN CANCER CLINIC: 8000+ Cancer Patients & growing. Physical Clinics coming in 2026!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 25, 2026.

LUNG CANCER - SMALL CELL - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 65 year old woman in FRANCE with Stage 4 Small Cell Lung Cancer reports incredible results - tumors shrink by 90%! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, January 23, 2026.

LYMPHOMA - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - MEBENDAZOLE - 36 year old man in South France with Stage 4 Hodgkin Lymphoma reports after 1 month. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 31, 2026.

PANCREATIC CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - MEBENDAZOLE - 43 year old Argentina woman from Quebec with Pancreatic Cancer 5cm unresectable mass reports after 11 months: Cancer Free!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 31, 2026.

PANCREATIC CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 63 year old Ontario woman diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer reports after 2 months: Cancer Free! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 21, 2026.

PROSTATE CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 51 year old Illinois man with Stage 4 Prostate Neuroendocrine cancer reports after 4 months - Cancer Free! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 27, 2026.

PROSTATE CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 67 year old Priest in ITALY shares his experience after 6 months: PSA drops 10 to 5.8, imaging improves!William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 26, 2026.

PROSTATE CANCER - IVERMECTIN, FENBENDAZOLE, CBD Oil - 66 year old Utah man, Senior Vice President with new Prostate Cancer reports after 5 months - incredible response! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, January 26, 2026.

PROSTATE CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 66 year old Texas man with Stage 4 Prostate Cancer and extensive bone metastases reports after 10 months. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel Jan 25, 2026.

PROSTATE CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 75 year old man in Bangalore INDIA with Prostate Cancer reports after 5 months - PSA 30 to 0.26, 2.5cm tumor almost gone!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 26, 2026.

RECTAL CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 55 year old Canadian man with Stage 3 Rectal Cancer reports after 6 months: 6.7cm Rectal Tumor GONE. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 26, 2026.

RENAL CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 72 year old California woman with Stage 4 Renal Cancer recurrence in pelvis reports after 3 months - Cancer Free! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 23, 2026.

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Covid Syndrome…

COVID LONG HALL - POST VACCINE INJURY SYNDROME - MITOCHONDRIA - Mitochondrial Reactive Oxygen Species: A Unifying Mechanism in Long COVID and Spike Protein-Associated Injury: A Narrative Review. “…Mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress are central to the pathophysiology of long COVID and potentially relevant in select post-vaccine syndromes. Ultimately, long COVID is increasingly recognized as a mitochondrial disorder rooted in redox imbalance…”

COVID VACCINE - CANCER SIGNALS - New Peer-Reviewed Study Links COVID Vaccination to Cancer Signals—And the Attempt to Suppress It Backfired. New Oncotarget review links COVID-19 vaccination to cancer signals. Dr. Paul Marik breaks down the findings—and the cyberattack that tried to suppress them. Independent Medical Alliance, Paul Marik, MD, Jan 21, 2026.
1) COVID vaccination and post-infection cancer signals: Evaluating patterns and potential biological mechanisms.

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A Summary of Approaches to Vaccine Injury From Five Experienced Practicing Clinicians. Are We Looking at the Whole Person or Vaccine Injury as a “Disease?”

Kirk Hamilton PA adds his own approaches (below) to vaccine injury patients emphasizing a whole person approach then “layering” specific “vaccine injury therapies” that make biological and clinical sense.
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COVID SHOT INJURIES: 4 DOCTORS SHARE PROTOCOLS – McCullough, James, Kory, and Tankersley, Mary Talley Bowden, MD (Host; ENT & Sleep Medicine) Interviews. America Out Loud Pulse, Aug 5, 2025 58:00 min

(Summary of interview was edited by Kirk Hamilton PAC after transcript was run through otter.AI and ChatGPT with Kirk Hamilton PA’s own commentary following)

Mary Talley Bowden, MD

  • Houston-based ENT and sleep specialist.

  • Hosts the program and interviews four physicians about how they treat patients who attribute ongoing symptoms to COVID vaccination.

Recommendations

  • Usually starts vaccine-injured patients on Ivermectin.

  • Ivermectin has been the single most effective therapy in her practice, but:

    • Not sufficient by itself, especially for severe neurological injuries.

    • Most patients improve gradually over many months rather than rapidly.

    • Vaccine injured patients, especially ones with neurologic issues are complex and results are often slow.

    • There is a need for more research and collaboration on vaccine injured patients.

Peter McCullough, MD (Cardiologist) 

  • Attributes most “long COVID” and many chronic post-vaccine problems to persistence of the spike protein and, in some cases, persistent virus.

  • Uses spike protein IGG quantitative antibody levels (Lab Corp) as a rough marker of estimated spike protein load:

    • Vaccine recipients typically have much higher levels than infection-only patients.

    • In his practice, levels > ~5000 (on the Labcorp/BioRad assay) often correlate with detectable circulating spike in research collaborations.

    • Considers levels < ~1000 as a “safer” range.

1. “Spike detox” supplement protocol (his core approach)

He describes a three-component supplement combination he calls his spike protein detox protocol:

  • Nattokinase

    • Enzyme derived from fermented soy (natto).

    • Preclinical work suggests it can degrade spike protein and that oral forms reach the bloodstream.

    • Uses relatively high doses (e.g., 4000 FU twice daily, potentially titrating higher).

    • Uses it cautiously in some patients on anticoagulants, while watching for bleeding risk.

  • Bromelain

    • Enzyme from pineapple.

    • Added for additional proteolytic effects on spike and clotting/inflammation pathways.

  • Curcumin

    • Anti-inflammatory compound from turmeric.

    • Randomized trials suggest it can improve “long COVID” symptoms by reducing spike-related inflammation.

Dr. McCullough’s personal experience with treating patients with elevated IGG spike protein antibodies with Covid Long Haul or post Covid vaccine syndrome.

  • Notes patients show gradual symptom improvement over ~9–12 months and a decline in spike antibody levels.

  • The goal is spike antibody levels to be < 1000.

  • A subset does not respond or show much change.

2. Additional or experimental spike-related strategies

  • Augmented / modified N-acetylcysteine (NAC)

    • Described as a specialized NAC formulation under development in Europe.

    • Hypothesized to denature or “unfold” spike protein for clearance.

    • Notes that evidence is still preliminary and not fully peer-reviewed.

  • Broad enzymatic “cocktails”

    • References a Japanese case report using combinations of:

      • Nattokinase

      • Bromelain

      • Lumbrokinase

      • Serrapeptase

      • Papain

      • Curcumin

    • Used aggressively in a single patient with vaccine-related carotid clotting with benefit.

3. Targeted prescription agents (based on clinical pattern)

Dr. McCullough describes tailoring drug therapy to the predominant clinical picture:

  • Suspected persistent SARS-CoV-2 virus

    • Signs: recurrent fever, night sweats, cranial nerve symptoms, sensory loss, persistent pulmonary findings, certain rashes.

    • Uses ivermectin at relatively high doses for extended durations (e.g., 90 days).

    • Rationale: antiviral and anti-spike effects, but he emphasizes it does not clear vaccine-derived spike protein.

  • Autoimmune / inflammatory joint or neuromuscular disease

    • Positive ANA, rheumatoid factor, or anti-CCP with arthralgia/neuromuscular complaints.

    • Uses hydroxychloroquine (e.g., 200 mg twice daily for 90 days) as an immunomodulator.

  • Neuropathy / small fiber neuropathy / cognitive fog

    • Uses nicotine patches (e.g., 7 mg daily) for ~90 days, citing Swiss data.

4. Approaches Dr. McCullough does not find effective (in his practice)

  • Maraviroc (CCR5 antagonist, anti-retroviral medication) + high-dose pravastatin

  • Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) – has not found it helpful.

  • Ivermectin alone without spike-targeting measures – feels does not work well for chronic injury if spike is not being cleared.

Pierre Kory, MD (Critical Care / Leading Edge Clinic)

  • Distinguishes:

    • Acute vaccine injuries (e.g., myocarditis, stroke, GBS, etc.).

    • Post-COVID vaccine syndrome – a chronic condition overlapping strongly with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), often called Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS):

      • Core symptoms: profound fatigue, post-exertional malaise, cognitive dysfunction (“brain fog”).

  • Believes there is no single standard therapy; treatment is trial-and-error and highly individualized.

1. First-line therapies

  • Ivermectin

    • “First line” for essentially all new, untreated patients.

    • Rationale: broad mechanisms (binds spike, reduces inflammation).

    • Estimates ~70% response, but often modest; a small subset improves dramatically.

  • Low-dose naltrexone (LDN)

    • Initiated early and titrated slowly.

    • For broad immunomodulatory and neuroinflammatory effects.

  • Mast cell–directed therapies

    • Dietary changes to reduce triggers.

    • H1/H2 antihistamines: e.g., famotidine (Pepcid).

    • Mast cell stabilizers: e.g., cromolyn, ketotifen.

    • Notes that, in some patients, these can have dramatic effects.

2. Hypercoagulability / microclotting strategies

Early approach:

  • Triple therapy:

    • Direct oral anticoagulant (e.g., apixaban/Eliquis),

    • Antiplatelet (e.g., clopidogrel/Plavix),

    • Aspirin,

    • Plus nattokinase as a proteolytic enzyme.

  • Has seen some “dramatic responses” in certain patients.

Current preference:

  • Sulodexide

    • Oral anticoagulant used outside the U.S. (Italy/Russia/Japan), obtained via international sources.

    • Used now often as his first-line agent for microclots, sometimes alone, because:

      • He considers it very safe (low observed bleeding risk in published trials).

      • Also reported to reduce endothelial inflammation.

    • Sometimes helpful for tinnitus.

  • Nattokinase

    • Still uses as a supportive enzyme for clotting/spike,but rarely sees a clear, isolated response just from nattokinase.

3. Other modalities and multi-modality centers

  • Describes patients undergoing multi-week intensive programs including:

    • Apheresis

    • Ozone therapies

    • Hyperbaric oxygen

    • IV vitamin C

    • Methylene blue

    • Near-infrared light

  • Reports:

    • Many patients improved substantially during these programs.

    • However, benefits often were not sustained, with relapses over time.

    • Cost and access are major barriers.

4. Chlorine dioxide (CDS)

  • Dr. Kory is intensively researching chlorine dioxide and writing a book about the “war” on it.

  • Notes:

    • Many patients self-initiate chlorine dioxide “protocols” found online.

    • He views it as promising and generally safe at those protocol doses based on his literature review.

    • At present he frames his role more as researcher and observer rather than prescriber.

  • This is highly controversial and not an accepted mainstream medical treatment.

5. Ketamine (low-dose, daily, oral/sublingual)

  • Describes daily, low-dose oral/sublingual ketamine as one of the most “transformative” recent additions in his practice, based on mentorship from psychiatrists.

  • Reported benefits:

    • Neurologic symptoms,

    • Dysautonomia,

    • Fatigue,

    • Neuroinflammation-related issues.

  • Protocol:

    • Compounded as liquid or troches.

    • Taken mainly at night, slowly titrated.

    • Combined with curcumin, NAC, and MSM to support glutathione and anti-inflammatory actions.

  • Notes that typical “IV ketamine depression” protocols (expensive, intermittent infusions) are different from his daily oral approach.

6. DMSO and NAC

  • Uses DMSO:

    • Topical: for focal pains, joint swelling, arthritic symptoms.

    • Oral: for systemic anti-inflammatory and other purported mechanisms.

  • Values NAC and augmented NAC:

    • Widely used in his practice as a “fan favorite,” especially among his colleagues.

    • Helpful for some patients, but again not universally effective.

Stewart Tankersley, MD (Family Practice, Alabama)

General approach / philosophy

  • Believes many vaccinated individuals have or will develop injuries.

  • Uses a broad symptom checklist and history to screen for potential injury.

  • Encourages vaccinated patients to undergo some form of “detox,” even if they do not initially recognize symptoms.

1. Monitoring and stratification

  • Uses spike protein antibody levels as a key marker:

    • Helps determine whether and how long patients should stay on detox regimens.

  • Lab-based stratification:

2. Core regimen (for many patients)

If no strong autoimmune or pelvic-clot signal, he often starts with four main components:

  1. Ivermectin

    • For spike binding and anti-inflammatory effects; historically used at 0.2 mg/kg.

    • Notes FLCCC/IMA now suggests starting at 0.3 mg/kg and potentially increasing to 0.6 mg/kg if tolerated and beneficial.

  2. Centurion BT-Plus

    • Contains contains Black Cumin Seed Powder, Bromelain, N-Acetyl L-Cysteine (NAC), Luteolin, Lumbrokinase, and Serrapeptase rather than nattokinase.

  3. Probiotic (e.g., Quest Probiotic)

    • To support gut microbiome health, citing the importance of GI balance.

  4. Resveratrol

    • As an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory supplement.

3. Neurological symptoms

  • Works collaboratively with a neurologist colleague.

  • Reports benefit from a German product that is expensive and not widely available.

  • Also uses:

    • Low-dose naltrexone (LDN)

    • Methylene blue for a subset (though he notes concerns from Dr. Peter Breggin 1) and is somewhat cautious now).

  • Believes ivermectin remains central even in neurologic presentations.

4. Overall outcomes

  • Claims that roughly 90% of his vaccine-injured patients experience significant improvement on his regimens.

  • Notes a small subset who remain refractory.

  • Emphasizes that many patients only realize in retrospect how unwell they were once they start to improve.

Molly James, MD (Functional / Integrative Medicine; James Clinic)

Overall approach

  • Sees a range of vaccine-injured and long-COVID patients.

  • Starts almost all such patients on a base regimen of four therapies, then layers in organ-specific and advanced interventions.

1. Standard four-item starting regimen

  1. Ivermectin

    • Aimed at binding/neutralizing spike, reducing viral activity and inflammation.

    • Uses weight-based dosing (e.g., 0.2–0.4 mg/kg in Covid context; uses sometimes higher doses in cancer patients).

  2. Fenofibrate

    • An older non-statin lipid drug.

    • It binds spike protein

    • Has fibrinolytic and anti-inflammatory properties.

    • In acute / subacute settings, may use for 1–4 weeks; in long-COVID / vaccine-injury, commonly up to ~3 months.

  3. Fish oil (omega-3 fatty acids)

    • Systemic anti-inflammatory and endothelial support.

  4. “Core Support” (proprietary formulas from her clinic store)

    • Mix of amino acids and other strongly anti-inflammatory ingredients designed to support vascular and systemic inflammation.

She says she does not use a spike “detox” product in the sense of direct elimination of spike, but tries to neutralize or sequester spike and let the body clear it.

2. Organ-specific work-ups and treatments

  • Fatigue / systemic symptoms

    • Evaluates mitochondrial function and looks for chronic infections:

      • Epstein–Barr virus,

      • Chronic Lyme, etc.

  • Cardiac symptoms

    • Ensures appropriate cardiac work-up and then tailors additional therapies accordingly.

  • Neurological manifestations

    • Uses IV PRP (platelet-rich plasma):

      • Draws blood, spins off red/white cells, and reinfuses plasma + platelets IV.

      • Cites cases of complete neuropathy resolution in non-COVID patients and anecdotal improvements in vaccine-injured patients.

      • Asks patients to commit to at least 2 treatments; many need 2–4 or more.

3. Additional biologic and oxidative therapies

  • IV glutathione

    • Used frequently as a detox and antioxidant support (not typically as a stand-alone main therapy).

  • EBOO (extracorporeal blood oxygenation and ozonation)

    • Two IV lines circulate blood through a dialysis-type filter exposed to oxygen + ozone, then UV light, then back to patient.

    • A session (~1 hour) treats roughly half the blood volume.

    • Data cited suggesting EBOO may reduce spike burden and biofilms, improving oxygenation, especially in dyspneic and chronically ill patients.

    • Typically used weekly for 3–4 sessions, then spaced out.

  • Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)

    • Reports benefit especially in:

      • Patients with shortness of breath,

      • Neurologic symptoms like brain fog and headaches.

    • Less benefit seen in her experience for cardiac manifestations.

    • Often used 2–3 times per week for selected patients.

4. NAC vs augmented NAC, nattokinase, etc.

  • Uses standard NAC and milk thistle routinely for liver and antioxidant support.

  • Has not adopted “augmented” NAC, as she does not yet see a clear advantage over standard NAC + milk thistle.

  • Tried nattokinase previously but stopped:

    • Did not see many patients report strong, clear benefit when it was added.

    • References conference discussions suggesting nattokinase might fragment spike in ways that could potentially increase smaller inflammatory components in circulation (this is speculative and not a settled point).

  • Does not routinely check spike antibody levels, because results have not changed her clinical decisions.

Important Caveats From All Therapies

  1. Evidence quality & controversy

    • Many of the therapies and protocols described (e.g., ivermectin for chronic post-COVID/vaccine symptoms, chlorine dioxide, high-dose or long-course ivermectin, various enzyme “spike detox” regimens, ketamine for long COVID/vaccine injury, EBOO, PRP IV, sulodexide, etc.) are experimental, off-label, or not supported by large, high-quality randomized trials.

    • Several claims (especially about vaccine-associated spike persistence, exact causal attributions, and effectiveness of specific detox regimens) are not accepted by mainstream medical organizations and are actively debated.

  2. Safety

    • Some of these agents have side-effects and drug interactions but generally are safe and minimal but should be done under medical supervision (e.g., anticoagulants, ivermectin at high doses and long durations, hydroxychloroquine, ketamine, high-intensity enzyme therapy, ozone-based procedures, chlorine dioxide).

    • Combining multiple anticoagulants, antiplatelets, and enzymes can increase bleeding risk.

    • Some modalities (EBOO, HBOT, PRP IV, multi-week clinics) are expensive and not standardized.

  3. What to do with this information

    • Treat these protocols as descriptions of what these specific clinicians say they are doing, not as universal recommendations.

    • If you or someone you know is dealing with long-COVID or possible post-vaccine symptoms, the safest path is:

      • Work with a licensed clinician ideally who has experience using these integrative approaches mixed with conventional therapies.

      • Ensure standard evaluations for heart, lung, neurologic, autoimmune, and other causes are done concurrently.

      • Discuss any interest in off-label or experimental treatments openly so risks, benefits, and alternatives can be weighed.

My Thoughts (Kirk Hamilton PA)…

My thoughts on the approaches from the above clinicians to vaccine injury intermix with my own experiences. There is no exact science in treating Covid vaccine injury (or Long Haul symptoms). It is logical and studied clinician driven therapeutic trials, then sharing of information that will help these patients and practitioners help each other… And the obvious removal from the market of any more mRNA vaccines.

Some of My Therapeutic Approaches to Post Vaccine Syndrome…

1) DIET: Diet is not mentioned or emphasized as an important part of vaccine injury recovery in the above clinician discussions. The clinicians might emphasize it in the patient setting but it wasn’t mention as part of the therapy for vaccine injury in these interviews.

Diet is the foundation of either pro-inflammation or anti-inflammation. While diet may not be the direct cause of inflammation caused by vaccine injury, someone who is “primed” inflammation-wise prior to vaccination (or after) is probably going to have a more difficult time recovering from vaccine injury and have more serious side effects.

a) I put almost everyone initially on an Elimination Diet devoid of all dairy products, wheat, frequently eggs (many people are eating 2-3 eggs a day), no alcohol, only whole foods (which eliminates by definition all ultra-processed, sugary foods and foods with “bad” oils) and try and get the patient off caffeine for 2-4 weeks.

b) In addition I will frequently put them on a low allergy, pea and rice protein (Inflamx) mixed with either plain water or a 75/25% blend of greens/berries with water and/or a dairy-free nut milk for 1 meal.

c) A raw salad, with olive oil and vinegar dressing with or without a palm-full of animal food for a mid-day meal or vegetables and a small amount of animal food or a “good” whole food starch (beans, yams, sweet potatoes, quinoa).

d) Evening meal would be – ¼ plate animal food, ¼ good starch (yam, sweat potato, quinoa, brown rice, lentils, beans) and ½ cooked vegetables or just animal foods and non-starchy vegetables.

e) Snack would some raw nuts and 1-2 WHOLE fruits.

f) Water, herbal teas, or green or black tea and less than a cup of coffee daily.

2) DIET: After 2-4 weeks of a trial of this Basic Elimination Diet (BED) I frequently recommend a monthly 5 Day Fasting Mimicking Diet (ProlonLife.FMD) from 3-6 months (The Longevity Diet and Fasting Cancer by Valter Longo, PhD). To put the patient in and out of a fasting state, experience autophagy and to reset their dietary habits. It is a doable, science-backed way for busy people to put themselves into a fasting state that can be done in a normal lifestyle (minus “heavy” exercise for 5 days). Aside from the metabolic effects of doing this 5 Day Modified Fast what I really want people to become aware of his how powerful the foods they eat are. Foods consumed can be at the cause of any symptom and ultimately to get well you have to change and improve the quality of what you eat to not be in a hyper-inflamed state by either food intolerance of inflammation driven metabolism.

3) ANTIBIOTIC HISTORY?: Anti-Fungal Trial – If these patients in their recent or early history have had rounds of antibiotics for REPEATED acne, ear infections, tonsillitis, sinus infections, bronchitis, pneumonias, urinary tract infections, hospitalizations etc., especially with histories of repeated vaginal infections, toenail fungus, IBS and bloating, etc. I will do an empirical two-week therapeutic trial of fluconazole 200 mg/d. If “responsive” (clear symptom improvement or obvious positive improvement in well-being) I will continue the antifungal for another two weeks to a month or switch to Nystatin Tablets 500,000 Units 2 BID for 2-4 weeks or pure oral nystatin powder ¼-1/2 tsp 2-3 x daily for 2-4 weeks (taste terrible). I will use “heavy” probiotics for that time period as well.

The gut microbiome is where most of the problem (s) lies I believe and may be the difference between someone who recovers quickly from vaccine injury or their problem lingers. Especially if Covid or the Spike protein can “hide out” in the microbiome. I look forward to continue following the microbiome work of gastroenterologist Hazan Sabine, MD Progenbiome ) a world expert on the microbiome and especially how it relates to the Covid virus . The higher the bifidobacter the lower the Covid virus and possibly systemic disease risk (?? from the spike protein) which can include vaccine injury susceptibility, problems with recovery and cancer risk (See my interview with Dr. Sabine ). I am personally following a program she designed from a stool exam I did from her company to change my “Pro Colon Cancer” microbiome to one that is more protective from cancer (my one year anniversary of the tumor removal was 1/16/25. I have had a negative CT in 8/25 and colonscopy in 9/23/25. I will have my second followup CT Ab/pelvis 2/27/26 ). I suspect that a lot of persistent symptoms of vaccine injury or severity of symptoms are created by an altered microbiome.

4) Using IV vitamin C from 10-50 grams mixed with a complex of B vitamins and magnesium 1-2 x weekly for a month is not a cure but helps “pull” people out of a bad space. It is a short-term therapy (weeks to a couple of months). Additional IVs that might be tried are piggybacked IV glutathione, alpha lipoic acid and H202. A trial of NAD home injections (10 over 30 days) and/or a combination B1, B12 and folate IM home injections 1-2 times per week for 1 month. My colleagues usually only do B12/folic because thiamine can sting sometimes. But thiamine is critical for energy metabolism and has been used alone in megadoses for fatigue orally and IM.

5) A trial of a glandular driven Adrenal Support for 2-3 months or a trial of low dose cortisone acetate/hydrocortisone 5-10 mg four times daily or 2 twice daily (Safe Uses of Cortisol, William Mck Jeffries, MD). It does not “suppress” adrenal function but helps support it. Cortisol is 1/4-1/5 the potency of prednisone.

6) Basic Supplements: Vitamin C 1-5 gm/d, vitamin D 5000-10,000 IU/d (with K2 100-200 mcg), CoQ10 200-600 mg, magnesium glycinate 200-400 mg/d, bifidobacter rich probiotics, colostrum products, Omega-3 Fats (prefer from algae).

7) Specific Supplements: Ultimate Spike Detox 4-8 capsules daily on empty stomach; N-Acetylcystine 500-600 mg twice daily; modified citrus pectin (Pectasol) 1 scoop / 5 gm 1-3 times daily.

8) Ivermectin ½-1 mg/d x 30-90 days in divided doses with food (watch for neurologic symptoms of confusion, balance, visual, etc. with larger doses initially. Start with smaller mg pills 12-20 mg and tapper up every 3-5 days to your desired mg/kg dosing).

9) LDN 1.5 mg hs x 1 week; 3 mg hs x 1 week then 4.5 mg hs x 2 weeks for 1-3 month trial or highest tolerated dose between 1.5-4.5 mg hs. It can disturb sleep.

10) Nicotine patch 7 mg/patch daily for a one month trial if tolerated. I don’t know if this is efficacious yet.

11) A trial of hydroxychloroquine 200 mg twice daily for a month, especially if there is significant joint pain, myalgias or positive ANA.

12) Home Mold Evaluation and CIRS Markers (TGFBeta, VIP, MSH, C4a, VEGF), Panel #8 from www.envirobomics if history warrants investigation. (go to www.survivingmold.com )

13) Testing Basics – Follow spike protein IGG quantitative antibodies with goal of < 1000; galectin-3 Low Risk: ≤ 17.8 ng/mL; vitamin D (50-75 ng/ml); fasting insulin and HgbA1C ≤ 5; < hsCRP <1; ANA negative; RBC magnesium > 5 mg/dl, Omega 3 Fatty Acids ≥ 5.5% by weight. Repeat every 3 months minimally.

14) Relaxsaunas (Far Infrared ). Sauna’s in general for sweating and exercise that induces sweating.

15) As vigorous exercise as possible (“hard” execise is good if you are not wiped out the next day). Taper your exercise so you are fully recovered by the next day. Both aerobic and strength training (simple as doing brisk walking and bodyweight exercises to circuit training). Something daily. NOTE: The patient needs to move…Daily. They can start with a five-or-10-minute walk. Something. The goal is to build movement up to a half hour next… Then an hour per day. That can take weeks to months. Those who move regularly almost always have their symptoms and treatments work better, faster and they are more sustained.

16) Meditation – Dr. Joe Dispenza’s. Watch the documentary www.Sourcethefilm.org. Then go to “Stories of Transformation” then read “Becoming Supernatural”. If “moved” start with “Count Your Blessings” A guided practice with the energy centers.” Watch my substack interviews with UCSD researcher Hemal Patel, PhD [Click Here for Interviews 1) 2) ].

CONCLUSIONS… There is no “perfect” protocol to bringing a vaccine injured person back to balance. It may be individualized to the practitioner who has more experience with one or more “body balancing or regenerative” techniques than another…and some trial and error. There needs to be a trusted patient-clinician relationship. Sometimes clinicians get “stuck” with their pool of modalities and expertise and should encourage patients to try another approach if it makes sense and leave their egos at the door…

The Wheel of Health and Recovery”…

“Good health and recovery are like a “bicycle tire”. The patient’s wheel has 5-20 “lose or bent” spokes and the wheel is thumping along turning inefficiently and sometimes “painfully”. You identify five or so spokes that the patient can tighten and that you have experience in to guide the patient. You (and the patient) tighten those 5 spokes and the wheel turns a little easier. Then you tighten those spokes some more (lifestyle habits or therapies that have some benefit). And there is more improvement. Then as the wheel turns by itself some other spokes start to “self-tighten.” Then you help the patient tighten another spoke…in time (weeks to months) the tire is becoming more “round” with enough spokes being continually tightened and the patient has improved significantly!…And hopefully they have learned how to tighten their own spokes! Or ask for your help to get back on track…”
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Conclusion

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2. Spike‑protein injuries and “detoxification”
3. The next manufactured pandemic
4. Rebuilding trust and practical health
5. Children, gender, and moral health
6.Closing message

LYME DISEASE – LAB CREATIONFDA Commissioner Makary States that Lyme Disease Came from Lab 257 on Plum Island. Reflexive and vociferous cries of “debunked conspiracy theory” raise further suspicion that Dr. Makary is over the target. John Leake, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Jan 01, 2026.

OSTEOPOROSIS – COVID 19 VACCINATIONPainful Osteoporotic Microfractures in Younger Persons Worsened by COVID‑19 Vaccination. Problem of aging now hits young vaccinated athletes. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Dec 31, 2025.
1) Musculoskeletal Sequelae Following COVID‑19 mRNA Vaccination: A Case Report. “…Our report aims to share the scenario in which a patient developed severe pain, muscle spasms, inflammatory fasciitis in the shoulder and inflammation in the SC joint in the post-vaccination setting following the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine…”
2) Spectrum of Short‑Term Inflammatory Musculoskeletal Manifestations After COVID‑19 Vaccine Administration: A Report of 66 Cases.”…In conclusion, despite a clear cause-effect relationship is far to be ascertained, our data suggest that inflammatory musculoskeletal symptoms may occasionally develop in close temporal association with COVID-19 vaccine administration…”
3) Correlation Between COVID‑19 Vaccination and Inflammatory Musculoskeletal Disorders.”…This cohort study found that individuals who received any COVID-19 vaccine were more likely to be diagnosed with inflammatory musculoskeletal disorders than those who did not…”
4) Effects of COVID‑19 on Bone Fragility: A New Perspective from Osteoimmunological Biomarkers. “…In our patients, the RANKL/OPG ratio indicated an increase of bone resorption in COVID-19-positive patients…”
5) COVID‑19 and Bone Loss: A Review of Risk Factors, Mechanisms, and Future Directions.
6) SARS-CoV-2 and its Multifaceted Impact on Bone Health: Mechanisms and Clinical Evidence.
7) A Direct Link Between SARS‑CoV‑2 and Bone Loss.

PESTICIDESPesticides are about to get a liability shield similar to the one for vaccines–unless there is a *miracle* or two. Could Bayer’s $Billions Take Over Every Branch of Government? 2 pending Monsanto bills in Congress, pending bills in state legislatures, and a pending decision on Certiorari in the Supreme Court–all need to be defeated to stop this. Meryl Nass, MD, Meryl’s CHAOS Letter, Jan 04, 2026.

STEM CELLS – EXERCISEWant Stem Cells? Regular Exercise Blows Away Commercial Stem Cell Clinics. Get benefit of your own stem cells with intense exercise, not from foreign cells derived from donors or fetal tissue. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH. Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Jan 03, 2026.
”…Conclusion: Intense physical activity mobilizes vast swarms (billions) of bone-marrow-derived stem and progenitor cells into the bloodstream—often hundreds of times more total cell events than what a person receives from an infusion of culture-expanded MSCs (millions)…”

VACCINE – CHILD HEALTH – LIFE SAVING STUDYWhy can’t anyone show us the study showing vaccines save lives? Where is the study in the US using record-level data showing that kids who are fully vaccinated die less? According to AI, no such study exists. Vaccine mandates are all based on belief, not science. Steve Kirsch, Steve Kirsch’s Newsletter, Jan 12, 2026.

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Cancer…

GRATITUDEGiven 3 Months to Live, This Woman Transformed Her Mindset–And Her Health. 15 years ago, a terminal cancer diagnosis forced one woman to take a hard look at how she was living. Ellen Wan and JoJo Novaes, EPOCH Times, 1/7/2026. “…she decided to cherish each day by spending meaningful time with her family and friends, reconciling with others, and finding peace with herself. She turned her focus toward what truly mattered in the moment, refusing to dwell in the emotional grip of self-pity or fear of death…Rather than saying I’m battling or treating the cancer, I prefer to say ‘my goal is to create health…’ ”

BRAIN CANCER – GLIOMA – MEBENDAZOLE2025 Johns Hopkins Study. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 11, 2026.
1) Repurposing the anthelmintic drug mebendazole in combination with radiation therapy in an isocitrate dehydrogenase mutant glioma model. “…Mebendazole plus RT increased apoptosis and provided a survival benefit in the IDH-mutant mouse model, supporting future clinical testing…”

BRAIN TUMOR – PEDIATRIC IVERMECTIN – MEBENDAZOLE 7 year old British Columbia girl with 8cm Chondrosarcoma Brain Cancer reports after 4 months – in remission. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 24, 2025.

BREAST CANCER – BONE METASTASIS – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE42 year old Canadian woman with Stage 4 Breast Cancer metastatic to bones reports after 8 months. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 11, 2026.

BREAST CANCER – COLON CANCER – MEBENDAZOLELung Cancer and Breast Cancer TNBC – 2025 Paper by UAE Researchers looks at how Mebendazole enhances Targeted Therapy Drug killing of cancer cells. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 10, 2026.
1) Disruption of epidermal growth factor receptor signaling and cytoskeletal dynamics by mebendazole and gefitinib synergistically impairs paracrine cytokine signaling in non-small cell lung cancer and triple-negative breast cancer Cell lines. “…The combination of mebendazole and gefitinib effectively suppresses tumor cell viability and modulates key pathways involved in cancer progression…”

BREAST CANCER – IVERMECTIN – MEBENDAZOLE48 year old Pennsylvania woman with a 4.5cm Breast Cancer metastatic to axilla and lungs reports after 6 months – mastectomy shows NO TUMOR!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 08, 2026.

BREAST CANCER – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE – MEBENDAZOLE – 52 year old Louisiana woman with Stage 4 Breast Cancer (after 2 Pfizer jabs) reports almost complete resolution of metastases after 2.5 months! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 24, 2025.

BREAST CANCER – SPREAD – PREVENTION – IVERMECTIN – How does Ivermectin inhibit spread of Breast Cancer? 2025 Thailand paper by Rujimongkon et al. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 04, 2026.
1) Ivermectin inhibits epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition via Wnt signaling in endocrine-resistant breast cancer cells. “…In conclusion, IVM (Ivermectin) inhibits the Wnt signaling pathway (Wnt in the Wnt signaling pathway form a portmanteau (a blended word) that originated from the fusion of two different gene names: the Drosophila gene “wingless“ (Wg) and the mouse proto-oncogene “int-1“ (integration 1)) associated with EMT (epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition) in the metastasis of endocrine-resistant breast cancer cells. These insights underscore the potential of repurposing IVM for endocrine-resistant breast cancer patients.

CANCER – CHAGA MUSHROOM – CHAGA MUSHROOM (Inonotus Obliquus) in – 2023 Canadian Review Paper. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 03, 2026.
1) Chaga mushroom triterpenoids as adjuncts to minimally invasive cancer therapies: A review. “…Highlights

  • Chaga mushroom contain pharmaceutical and nutraceutical against cancer.

  • Triterpenoid constituents of Chaga mushrooms possess cytotoxicity to cancer cells.

  • Inotodiol and 3-β-22 α-dihydroxylanosta-8, 25-diene-24-one are the most potent.

  • Potential exists for triterpenoid supplementation as an adjunct to cancer treatment…”

CANCER – COVID VACCINEStudy Identifies Over 300 Peer-Reviewed COVID-19 “Vaccine” Cancer Cases Across 27 Countries — Journal Hit With Cyberattacks. Major cancer journal confirms global turbo cancer safety signal as criminal cyberattacks possibly linked to PubPeer disrupt access to the study. Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Jan 04, 2026.
1) COVID vaccination and post-infection cancer signals: Evaluating patterns and potential biological mechanisms.

CANCER – IVERMECTINLACTOFERRIN – Oscar Nacu (Philippines, Aug.2022). William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 10, 2026.
”…Both compounds exhibit anticancer properties through overlapping pathways, such as inducing apoptosis (programmed cell death), modulating immune responses, and disrupting cancer cell metabolism and proliferation…”

CERVICAL CANCER – FENBENDAZOLE Inhibition of Cervical Cancer and Cervical Cancer Stem Cells, fantastic May 2025 Paper out of China! William Makis, MD, Focal Points, Jan 07, 2026.
1) Fenbendazole Exhibits Anti.tumor Activity Against Cervical Cancer Through Dual Targeting of Cancer Cells and Cancer Stem Cells: Evidence from In Vitro and In Vivo Models. “…These findings demonstrate FBZ’s unique ability to simultaneously target bulk tumor cells and therapy-resistant CCSCs via cell cycle disruption, supported by its preclinical safety and efficacy, positioning it as a promising therapeutic candidate for cervical cancer…”

COLON CANCER – IVERMECTIN – MEBENDAZOLE55 year old California man with Stage 4 Colon Cancer reports after 6 months – all tumors are shrinking. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 05, 2026.

COLON CANCER – IVERMECTIN – MEBENDAZOLE72 year old Utah woman with Stage 4 Colon Cancer reports after 3 months – Cancer Free! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 10, 2026.

COLON CANCER – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE 34 year old SLOVENIA man with Stage 4 Colon Cancer gives update after 6 months!! Oncologist shocked – near complete response, from a liver FULL of Cancer! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 03, 2026.

DEMENTIA – MUSICWhat Is the Association Between Music-Related Leisure Activities and Dementia Risk? A Cohort Study. “…Always listening to music, compared with never/rarely/sometimes, was associated with a 39% decreased risk of dementia… and a 17% decreased risk of CIND (cognitive impairment no dementia)…”

ENDOMETRIAL CANCER – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE68 year old Louisiana woman with Stage 3 Endometrial Cancer operated, reports after 3 months, residual disease eliminated with no chemo! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 04, 2026.

GASTROINTESTINAL STROMAL CANCERIVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE Stage 4 GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor) – 49 year old Australian man with Stage 4 GIST reports after 9 months. William Makis, MD, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Jan 12, 2026.

LEUKEMIA – IVERMECTIN – MEBENDAZOLE 56 year old North Carolina man with CLL Leukemia reports after 8 months – normalization of blood work, Oncologist changes follow-up from 3 to 6 months. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 04, 2026.

LUNG CANCER – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE – DMSO – CBD Oil 59 year old South Carolina woman with Stage 3 NSCLC Lung Cancer and bulky 6-7cm tumors, reports after 5 months – in remission! William Makis, MD, Jan 11, 2026.

LUNG CANCER – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE – 66 year old Ontario woman with Small Cell LUNG Cancer with right hilar and subcarinal masses has excellent response after 5 months. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 04, 2026.

LUNG CANCER – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLE78 year old Canadian man with a large 5.3cm Lung Cancer reports after 10 months – Cancer Free!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 11, 2026.

LUNG CANCER – IVERMECTINHow Ivermectin kills Lung Cancer cells – 2025 Paper (UAE, Egypt, Saudi), William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 09, 2026.
”…Highlights

  • EGFR/PI3K/AKT/m-TOR/VEGF is a master pathway for lung cancer progression.

  • Ivermectin showed crucial cytotoxic, anti-proliferative and anti-angiogenic impact.

  • Ivermectin ameliorated lung cancer via reduction of EGFR/PI3K/AKT/m-TOR/VEGF axis.

  • Ivermectin is repurposed as a potential therapeutic drug for lung cancer treatment….”

LYMPHOMA – LEMON GRASSLemongrass Extract Cuts Human Lymphoma Tumor Growth in Mice by ~95% Without Toxicity. Peer-reviewed study finds that a common plant selectively induces apoptosis in human cancer cells while sparing normal cells. Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Jan 11, 2026.
1) Cymbopogon citratus and Camellia sinensis extracts selectively induce apoptosis in cancer cells and reduce growth of lymphoma xenografts in vivo.

LYMPHOMA – IVERMECTIN – FENBENDAZOLEIP6 – 60 year old Massachusetts man with Stage 4 DLBCL LYMPHOMA metastatic to bones achieves remission in less than 2 months! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 12, 2026.

PROSTATE CANCER – IVERMECTIN, FENBENDAZOLE, CBD OIL60s year old California man with suspected Prostate Cancer (1.3cm) reports after 3 months – No Cancer on biopsy!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Jan 03, 2026.

PROSTATE CANCER – SODIUM BICARBONATE – HONEYMan with Prostate Cancer reduces PSA from 5.8 to 0.8 in 2 weeks – Literature Review and Deep Dive – is there something to this? William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 15, 2025.
1) Does Baking Soda Function as a Magic Bullet for Patients With Cancer? A Mini Review.
2) Sodium bicarbonate potentiates the antitumor effects of Olaparib in ovarian cancer via cGMP/PKG-mediated ROS scavenging and M1 macrophage transformation.

Covid Syndrome…

COVID DEATHS – SPANISH CHILDREN – TEENAGERSSPANISH 2.7 million Spanish children and teenagers. ZERO Covid deaths. A new study proves, yet again, that the mRNA Covid jabs should NEVER have been approved for young people. Alex Berenson, Unreported Truths, Jan 03, 2026.
1) Effectiveness and Safety of COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines in Children 6–17 Years Old: A Population-Based Study in Madrid.

COVID 19 VACCINATION – CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE – THROMBOSIS – MYOCARDITIS – MYOCARDITIS – Cohort study of cardiovascular safety of different COVID-19 vaccination doses among 46 million adults in England. “…There was a higher incidence of previously reported rare harms after vaccination: vaccine-induced thrombotic thrombocytopenia after first ChAdOx1 vaccination, and myocarditis and pericarditis after first, second and transiently after booster mRNA vaccination (BNT-162b2 and mRNA-1273). These findings support the wide uptake of future COVID-19 vaccination programs…”

COVID 19 VACCINATION – MORTALITYClassification bias and impact of COVID-19 vaccination on all-cause mortality: the case of the Italian region Emilia-Romagna. “…In conclusion, analyzing the data of an Italian Region, we found evidence of the ‘case counting window bias’, which artificially increases the ‘unvaccinated’ mortality and reduces the mortality in the vaccinated…This bias could artificially increase the mortality of the unvaccinated and decrease that of the vaccinated by shifting deaths that occur in the first 14 days after vaccination to unvaccinated status, on the grounds that this time interval is necessary for the full expression of the immune response…”

POST COVID SYNDROME – MITOCHONDRIAL DYSFUNCTIONNew Review Links Post-Vaccine Fatigue to Mitochondrial Dysfunction. Fatigue after COVID vaccination is real, measurable, and increasingly understood. This new review by IMA researchers highlights the biological mechanisms that may explain why. Independent Medical Alliance, Dec 15, 2025.

Societal and World Health…

COLLEGE CAMPUS – CHINABehind the Group That Controls Chinese Students in America. ‘Fight with all their might for the motherland.’ Chinese students are pressured into advancing Beijing’s interests in America. By Eva Fu, EPOCH Times, January 09, 2026, eva.fu@epochtimes.com.

ENVIRONMENTWhat Are Forever Chemicals and What Is California Doing About Them?, California Insider Show, Siyamak Khorrami, EPOCH Times, 2025.

HOMELESSNESS – ANTIFA Link Between Antifa and Homelessness Nonprofits | Jonathan Choe. American Thought Leaders, Jan Jekielek, EPOCH Times, January 3, 2026. “…While some nonprofits are really helping people, Choe said, he believes a sizable portion of the sector has become a multi-billion-dollar “cash cow” of grift and counterproductive aid. “For years now, the so-called experts of the medical community—instead of getting people into treatment and recovery—have been giving away free meth pipes, fentanyl foil,” he said…“A lot of [Antifa’s] ideas to bring communism, Marxism, to destabilize America, to usher in a brand new communist revolution that’s part of the homeless industrial complex now,” he said…”

WAR AND PEACE U.S. Claims Western Hemispheric Domination, Denies that Russia Has Legitimate Security Interests On Its Own Border. U.S. launches military strikes against Venezuela and seizes Maduro while CIA escalates involvement in attacking Russian refineries. John Leake, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), January 3, 2026.

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Can Potatoes Can Be a Healthy Food for Diabetes and Weight Loss?  An Interview with Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD

( To See Kirk Hamilton PA’s Video Interview with Dr. Hana Kahleova Click Here )

Hana Kahleova, MD, (Endocrinologist), PhD (Human Physiology and Pathophysiology)
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
5100 Wisconsin Ave NW, Ste 400, Washington, DC 20016
hkahleova@pcrm.org; hana.kahleova@gmail.com

(Summary of interview transcript generated by otter.AI and ChatGPT edited by Kirk Hamilton PA / Slide presentation follows Summary, Key Takeaways and Outline of Key Points Below)

SUMMARY

Physician Assistant Kirk Hamilton interviews Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD—an endocrinologist and research physician at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM)—on the role of potatoes in nutrition, diabetes prevention, and weight loss. Although potatoes have developed a reputation as harmful for people with diabetes due to their carbohydrate content, Dr. Kahleova argues that whole potatoes are nutritionally dense, low-fat foods that can be metabolically beneficial when prepared without added fats and consumed within a whole-food, plant-based diet.She reviews how observational studies historically conflated fried potatoes and chips with whole potatoes, leading to misleading associations with diabetes risk. She highlights international research showing neutral or protective effects when potatoes are boiled and eaten with vegetables or legumes rather than oils or meats. She further explains the underlying physiology of insulin resistance, emphasizing that ectopic fat—not dietary carbohydrate—is the key driver of impaired glucose metabolism. Practical guidance is given for incorporating potatoes and other carbohydrate-rich foods into diets to improve glycemic control and achieve weight loss.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Whole potatoes are nutrient-dense, fiber-rich, low-fat foods
• The “potato problem” is largely due to oil, frying, dairy, and meat pairings
• Earlier research misclassified fries/chips as “potatoes”
Boiled potatoes show neutral or beneficial associations with diabetes risk
• Cooling cooked potatoes increases resistant starch, lowering glycemic impact
• Diabetes pathophysiology involves ectopic fat, not dietary carbohydrate
• Low-fat plant-based diets improve insulin sensitivity in ~3 weeks
• Legumes + greens are glycemic stabilizers
• Whole fruit and potatoes are not restricted in successful diabetes reversal protocols
• Potatoes do not need to be feared if prepared without oil and excessive fats

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OUTLINE OF KEY POINTS

I. Interview Context
A. Interviewer: Kirk Hamilton, PA – Staying Healthy Today Show
B. Guest: Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD – Endocrinologist & researcher, PCRM
C. Topic Focus: Potatoes, diabetes, and weight management
D. Motivation: Countering widespread fear of carbohydrate-rich whole foods

II. Dr. Kahleova’s Background
A. Clinical training: MD + endocrinology
B. Research training: PhD in human physiology/pathophysiology
C. Research focus: 1) Mechanisms of type 2 diabetes 2) Diet-based reversal of metabolic disease
D. Notable contribution: Demonstrated reversal of core metabolic dysfunctions in T2DM through plant-based diets

III. Why Potatoes Became Vilified
A. Historical data from Harvard cohorts reported higher diabetes incidence among high potato consumers
B. Methodological issue: “Potato” category included: 1) French fries, 2) potato chips, 3) baked/mashed potatoes (Boiled potatoes not included)
C. Dietary context con-founders: high consumers also ate more: 1) Red meat 2) Refined grains 3) Total calories; Example meal pattern: hamburger + fries + soda
D. Conclusion: Results reflected eating patterns and cooking methods, not potatoes alone

IV. Updated and International Evidence
A. Later Harvard analysis including boiled potatoes showed no association with diabetes risk
B. Finland & Netherlands research: 1) High potato intake correlated with higher vegetable/legume intake 2) Associated with lower diabetes risk
C. Iran cohort study: 1) High potato intake → 54% lower diabetes incidence 2) Boiled potatoes particularly protective (≈53% reduction) 3) Fried potatoes → no significant association
D. Key finding: Preparation method + dietary pattern drive outcomes

V. Potato Nutrition Basics
A. Whole potatoes provide: 1) Fiber 2) Micronutrients 3) Naturally low fat
B. Problems arise with: 1) Frying (oil absorption) 2) Butter/cream/cheese toppings 3) Meat-heavy meal combinations

VI. Resistant Starch & Glycemic Control
A. Cooling boiled potatoes increases resistant starch content
B. Effect: 1) Glycemic index decreases ≈37% 2) Benefit persists after reheating
C. Application: Improves glucose handling for diabetes and weight loss

VII. Insulin Resistance Mechanism
A. Conventional strategy: restrict carbohydrates to lower glucose
B. Root cause physiology: ectopic fat in muscle and liver drives insulin resistance
C. Source of ectopic fat: 1) Excess dietary fat (especially saturated fat) 2) Adipose spillover into organs
D. Metabolic effect: impaired carbohydrate metabolism despite unchanged carb intake
E. Intervention: low-fat, plant-based diet restores insulin sensitivity
F. Timeframe: meaningful improvement typically within ~3 weeks

VIII. Practical Management Strategies
A. Dietary pattern guidance for glycemic control:

  1. Prioritize leafy greens at meal start

  2. Emphasize legumes (beans, lentils, peas)

  3. Titrate starch portion gradually if needed

B. Behavioral tools:

  1. 10–15 minute post-meal walking → significantly reduces glucose spikes

  2. Monitoring with glucometer or CGM for feedback

IX. Fat Intake Considerations
A. Whole-food fats (nuts, seeds, avocado, olive oil) are healthy foods
B. Excessive fat intake slows insulin sensitivity improvements
C. PCRM clinical protocol: <30 g/day fat for fastest metabolic change

X. Fruits & Whole Carbohydrates
A. Whole fruits are not restricted in PCRM diabetes studies
B. Glycemic issues largely resolve once fat overload is reduced

XI. Cultural & Culinary Notes
A. Czech cuisine example: potato soups prepared without dairy or oil can be nutritionally beneficial
B. Reinforces that health outcome depends on preparation rather than carbohydrate content alone

XII. Core Conclusions
A. Potatoes are not inherently harmful for diabetes
B. Frying methods and meat-based dietary patterns created false associations
C. When prepared appropriately, potatoes can support:
1) Weight loss
2) Improved insulin sensitivity 3) Reduced diabetes risk
D. Whole, minimally processed carbohydrate foods need not be feared

(Slide presentation with permission from Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD / References, Patient Education Handout and Bottom Line follow slide presentation – Click Here to View – Scroll down the page for slides)

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REFERENCES

Potato and french fry consumption and risk of type 2 diabetes in women. Halton TL et al. Am J Clin Nutr 2006;83:284-90
Total and specific potato intake and risk of type 2 diabetes: results from three US cohort studies and a substitution meta-analysis of prospective cohorts. Mousavi SM et al. BMJ 2025;390:e082121
Dietary factors determining diabetes and impaired glucose tolerance. A 20-year follow-up of the Finnish and Dutch cohorts of the Seven Countries Study. Feskens EJ et al. Diabetes Care. 1995 Aug;18(8):1104-12
The Association of Potato Intake With Risk for Incident Type 2 Diabetes in Adults. Farhadnejad H et al. Can J Diabetes. 2018 Dec;42(6):613-618
Glycemic index of potatoes commonly consumed in North America. Fernandez G et al. J Am Diet Assoc. 2005 Apr;105(4):557-62.
Effect of preparation method on the glycaemic index of novel potato clones. Kinnear T et al. Food Funct. 2011 Aug;2(8):438-44.
Determination of the glycaemic index of various staple carbohydrate-rich foods in the UK diet. Aston LM et al. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2008 Feb;62(2):279-85.
Lower nocturnal blood glucose response to a potato-based mixed evening meal compared to rice in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Devlin BL et al. Clin Nutr. 2021 Apr;40(4):2200-2209
A satiety index of common foods. Holt SH et al. Eur J Clin Nutr 1995 Sep;49(9):675-90
Low-Energy Dense Potato- and Bean-Based Diets Reduce Body Weight and Insulin Resistance: A Randomized, Feeding, Equivalence Trial. Rebello CJ et al. J Med Food. 2022 Dec;25(12):1155-1163.

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PATIENT EDUCATION HANDOUT
Potatoes, Diabetes, and Weight: What You Should Know

What is this handout about?
This handout explains how potatoes fit into a healthy eating plan for people who are trying to manage blood sugar, prevent diabetes, or lose weight.

A. ARE POTATOES “BAD” FOR BLOOD SUGAR?

Many people have heard that potatoes are not healthy because they contain carbohydrates. However, research shows that the real problem is not the potato itself, but how it is prepared and what it is eaten with.

Examples of unhealthy potato choices:
• French fries (deep fried in oil)
• Potato chips
• Mashed potatoes with butter, cheese, or cream
• Baked potatoes loaded with butter, cheese, sour cream, or bacon

These versions are high in fat and calories, and they can raise blood sugar more quickly.

B. WHAT MAKES POTATOES HEALTHY?

A plain potato contains:
• Vitamins (especially Vitamin C and B vitamins)
• Minerals (like potassium)
• Fiber
• Almost no fat

Potatoes are considered a whole plant food, which is generally healthy when prepared without added oils or animal fats.

C. BETTER WAYS TO PREPARE POTATOES

Healthier options include:
Boiled potatoes
Baked potatoes (without butter or cheese)
Mashed potatoes using vegetable broth instead of butter/cream
Potato soups made with vegetables instead of dairy
Cold boiled potatoes (see “resistant starch” below)

Try pairing potatoes with vegetables and beans instead of meat, cheese, or oils.

D. WHAT IS “RESISTANT STARCH”?

If you cook potatoes and then cool them in the refrigerator, they form something called resistant starch.

Resistant starch:
• Lowers the blood sugar response
• Helps the gut (acts like fiber)
• May help with weight-control

Fun tip: Even if you reheat the cooled potatoes, the benefits stay.

E. HOW POTATOES FIT INTO DIABETES AND WEIGHT LOSS

Research on plant-based diets shows:
• People can include potatoes without restricting them
• A low-fat, whole-food diet helps the body use sugar better
• Over time, many people see better blood sugar control

The key is lowering added fats, especially saturated fats from meat and dairy. Too much fat in the diet can make the body resistant to insulin.

F. SIMPLE TIPS FOR USING POTATOES WITH DIABETES

Try these strategies:

Tip #1: Start your meal with vegetables
Leafy greens or salad slow digestion and help reduce blood sugar spikes.

Tip #2: Add beans (legumes)
Beans, lentils, and peas help stabilize blood sugar.

Tip #3: Watch added fats
Use herbs, spices, salsa, mustard, or broth instead of butter or oils.

Tip #4: Take a 10–15 minute walk after meals
A short walk can lower blood sugar after eating.

G. SAMPLE MEAL IDEAS

Healthy combinations that include potatoes:

• Boiled potatoes + steamed broccoli + black beans + salsa
• Baked potato + mixed vegetables + chickpeas + lemon or vinegar
• Potato vegetable soup with carrots, celery, and herbs
• Chilled boiled potatoes sliced into salads with greens and beans

H. FOODS TO LIMIT OR AVOID WITH POTATOES

Try to limit:
• Frying oils and butter
• Cheese, sour cream, bacon
• Heavy cream or milk-based sauces
• Fast food “combo meals” with soda

BOTTOM LINE

Potatoes can be a healthy part of your diet when you:

  1. Choose whole potatoes, not chips or fries

  2. Avoid added fats and oils

  3. Pair potatoes with vegetables and beans

  4. Use cooling/reheating for extra benefits

You do not need to fear potatoes. What matters is how they are prepared and what they are eaten with.

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Microplastics: Health Effects on the Brain and Vascular Systems, Food and Environmental Sources, Prevention and Reducing Your “Plastic Load” an Interview with Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD

Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
5100 Wisconsin Ave NW, Ste 400
Washington, DC 20016
hkahleova@pcrm.org; hana.kahleova@gmail.com

For Video Interview with Kirk Hamilton PA and Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD Click Here

(Summary of interview transcript generated by otter.AI and ChatGPT edited by Kirk Hamilton PA / Slide presentation follows Summary, Key Points and Outline Below)

SUMMARY

In this interview, Kirk Hamilton hosts Dr. Hana Kahleova—an endocrinologist and Director of Clinical Research at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM)—to discuss the emerging problem of microplastics and their human health implications. Dr. Kahleova outlines her medical background, research credentials in diabetes and plant-based nutrition, and then details recent scientific findings on the presence of microplastics in human tissues, associations with chronic disease, primary exposure pathways (with marine food sources being predominant), and potential dietary strategies to mitigate absorption or toxicity of microplastics.
Key research highlighted includes autopsy studies showing microplastic accumulation in human brain tissue (with higher levels observed in dementia cases), vascular studies linking microplastics in atherosclerotic plaque elevating cardiovascular risk, and laboratory findings suggesting fiber and plant compounds may help reduce microplastic bioavailability and enhance removal.

Dr. Kahleova emphasizes that microplastics are ubiquitous in the environment but exposure can be reduced by limiting seafood intake, avoiding hot food contact with plastics, and using non-plastic storage and cooking materials. Dr. Kahleova further discusses evidence that plant-derived fibers and anthocyanin-rich foods may bind or block microplastic activity, potentially reducing endocrine disruption and metabolic effects.

The interview concludes with practical recommendations: reduce direct sources (especially contaminated seafood and heated plastic contact), consume high-fiber and colorful plant foods, and adopt glass or stainless-steel food storage strategies.

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OUTLINE - KEY POINTS

 

I. Participant Backgrounds
A. Host: Kirk Hamilton, PA- Focus on lifestyle, preventative, integrative medicine topics.
B. Guest: Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD

  • Medical training in former Czechoslovakia

  • Specialty: Endocrinology

  • PhD in Human Physiology & Pathophysiology

  • Clinical research focus: plant-based nutrition & diabetes reversal

  • Director of Clinical Research at PCRM

II. Context of Topic: Microplastics and Health
A. Definition and relevance
B. Rising scientific and public health interest
C. Dr. Kahleova’s entry point into topic via key autopsy study

III. Evidence of Microplastic Accumulation in Humans
A. Autopsy study results (University of New Mexico)

  1. Sample: 24 human brains

  2. Major findings:

    • Average ~7 grams of microplastics per brain (≈ plastic spoon)

    • Polyethylene and polypropylene most common

  3. Trend data:

    • Microplastic content increasing over time in human tissues

  4. Dementia association:

    • Brains of dementia patients contained higher amounts

    • Association only; causality not established

IV. Cardiovascular Disease Associations
A. Study of 300+ patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy

  1. Microplastics detected in ~50% of plaques

  2. Outcomes during 3-year follow-up:

    • Those with microplastics had 4.5× greater risk of stroke, MI, or death

  3. Mechanistic considerations:

    • Microplastics may carry toxins

    • Potential inflammatory or vascular injury pathways

V. Endocrine Disruption and Obesity
A. Microplastics as endocrine disruptors
B. Debate regarding causal role in weight gain and metabolic disease
C. Hypothesized mechanisms:

  1. Hormone receptor interactions

  2. Transport of environmental toxins

  3. Inflammatory and oxidative stress signaling

VI. Primary Exposure Pathways
A. Environmental ubiquity

  • Air, soil, freshwater, oceans
    B. Dietary vectors

  1. Seafood/fish (highest dietary source)

    • Bioaccumulation via food chain (plankton → fish → humans)

    • In a single ~3 oz serving: ~0.24 g microplastics
      (~½ a plastic straw)

  2. Plant foods

    • Contain microplastics via soil/water exposure

    • Much lower concentrations: ~1–3 particles per 100 g
      C. Other non-food exposures

  • Water supplies

  • Household dust

  • Plastic consumer products

VII. Mitigation Through Diet
A. Fiber binding effects

  1. Lab study: groundwater with microplastics + complex carbs

  2. Fenugreek carbs removed ~89% of microplastics

  3. Okra carbs removed ~80%

  4. Implication: soluble fibers may bind microplastics in GI tract
    B. Anthocyanins & receptor blockade

  5. Compounds in purple/dark red fruits & vegetables (blueberries, blackberries, cherries, strawberries, purple potatoes)

  6. Mechanism: block microplastics from attaching to sex hormone receptors

  7. Potentially reduces endocrine-disrupting activity

VIII. Practical Lifestyle and Food Handling Recommendations

  1. Limit seafood (especially large or bottom-dwelling fish)

  2. Prefer wild-caught small fish if consumed

  3. Avoid microwaving plastics

  4. Avoid placing hot food into plastic containers

  5. Prefer glass and stainless steel

  6. Plastic lids acceptable if not contacting food

  7. Increase dietary fiber intake

  8. Increase anthocyanin-rich plant foods

  9. Emphasize whole-food plant-based eating

IX. Concluding Points
A. Microplastics cannot be completely avoided
B. Major exposures can be substantially reduced
C. Dietary countermeasures may offer biological protection
D. Further human causal research is needed

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REFERENCES
Bioaccumulation of microplastics in decedent human brains. Nihart AJ et al. Nat Med 2025; 31:1114–1119.
Microplastics and Nanoplastics in Atheromas and Cardiovascular Events. Marfella R et al. N Engl J Med 2024;390:900-910
Freshwater and airborne textile fibre populations are dominated by ‘natural’, not microplastic, fibres. Stanton T et al. Sci. Total Environ. 2019, 666, 377–389.
Quantitative Analysis of Selected Plastics in High-Commercial-Value Australian Seafood by Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry. Ribeiro F et al. Environ. Sci. Technol. 2020, 54, 9408–9417.
Fenugreek and Okra Polymers as Treatment Agents for the Removal of Microplastics from Water Sources. Srinivasan R et al. ACS Omega. 2025 Apr 10;10(15):14640-14656.
Exploring the potential protective role of anthocyanins in mitigating micro/nanoplastic-induced reproductive toxicity: A steroid receptor perspective. Zhang J et al. J Pharm Anal. 2025 Feb;15(2):101148.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS 

  1. Microplastics are now measurable in human tissues, including brain and vascular plaque.

  2. Epidemiologic findings link microplastics with higher cardiovascular and neurodegenerative risk, though causality remains unproven.

  3. Fish and seafood are significant dietary sources.

  4. Plant foods contain lower levels and may provide protective compounds.

  5. Fiber and anthocyanin-rich foods may bind microplastics or block endocrine actions.

  6. Avoiding heated contact between plastics and food reduces immediate exposure.

BOTTOM LINE
Microplastic exposure is an emerging environmental health issue with early evidence linking tissue accumulation to adverse cardiovascular and neurocognitive outcomes. While causality is not established, clinicians can apply practical exposure-reduction counseling and dietary strategies that carry low risk and broader metabolic benefit.

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“Count Your Blessings”…The “Gift” of My Colon Cancer Journey Using Repurposed Drugs, Nutraceuticals, IV Vit C, Diet, Meditation, and Yes Surgery…

...and Microplastics & the Brain; Alzheimer's/Parkinson's & Ginkgo, Boswellia, Choline, Creatine & Potassium; CAD & Colchicine; Brussel Sprouts & Health; Cancer & Fenben, Mebendazole & Ivermectin Combo...

(For Kirk Hamilton PA’s Video Review (28:24 min:sec) and Complete Substack CLICK HERE)

Highlights…

MIND - BODY - ENERGY CENTERS - MEDITATION - Count Your Blessings: A Guided Practice With the Energy Centers, a series of eight audio lessons and eight guided meditations – one for each center. Count Your Blessings also includes detailed instructions and a thorough resource guide to help you personalize your practice.

Kirk’s Comment: Over the last two years in my successful colon cancer journey, which really has been a gift for me to change, I have gone to several Dr. Joe Dispenza’s four to seven day intensives, done their health professional training, committed to hours of meditation daily and have worked very hard at re-framing my thoughts and emotions. This above 8 meditation series, along with 8 mini-lectures one for each energy center, and a very practical and usable workbook is a gift and truly worth every penny to help one with personal transformation. I highly recommend this for everyone who is not just trying to “get well” but also create a life of purpose and self-direction. EXCELLENT! (Listen to my interviews with lead U.C. San Diego researcher Hemal Patel, PhD on Dr. Joe’s work. There is considerable hard science behind the many “Stories of Transformation” 1) Scientific Proof That a Week-Long Intensive Meditation Retreat Can Change Brain Structure and Metabolism, Create Endogenous Drug-Like Compounds and Enhance Non-Touch Healing... 2) What is the Evidence and Possible Mechanisms of How Meditation Can Change Our Biology to Prevent or Reverse Serious Disease in the Individual & In Those Who Receive Intentional Meditation From Others.)

MICROPLASTICS - HEALTH RISK - REMOVAL WITH FOOD. Best Ways to Remove Microplastics From Your System. By Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine with Chuck Carroll, Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD, VUMEDI, December 16, 2025. Excellent, understandable and practical 23:52 min:sec video where Dr. Kahleova reviews the health risks of microplastics; how much we accumulate them in our bodies (ex. a plastic spoon full (7 gms) of microplastics in ones brain); food, cooking and storage sources of microplastics; clothing and microplastics; and reviews foods sources of compounds that are lower in microplastics and have compounds (like anthocyanins in berries ) in them that help remove microplastics from our bodies.

COVID 19 - PANDEMIC - Five Year Pandemic Review and What to Expect in 2026. Dr McCullough on The Josh Axe Show. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Peter McCullough, MD, Dec 28, 2025. Video 1:44:32. “A MUST WATCH INTERVIEW TO UNDERSTAND THE TOTALLY OF THE ‘PLANNED’ COVID PANDEMIC FROM TREATMENTS, TO HEALTH CONSEQUENCES AND "VACCINE RELIGION.”
TOPICS IN THIS INTERVIEW
1)
Early Response and Medical Silence
2) Creating the
McCullough Protocol
3) What the
Autopsies Revealed
4) Long COVID and the Engineered Spike Protein
5) Heart Effects, Myocarditis, and Sudden Death
6) The
“Religion” of Vaccinology
7) The Path Forward
8) Summary

MCCULLOUGH FOUNDATION HIGHLIGHTS - Worth the 1:53 min:sec watch highlights from the McCullough Foundation’s Work in 2025 on treating early Covid, Covid Long Haul, Vaccine Harm, Autism and Congressional and Senate Testimonies.

VACCINE SCHEDULE - RESTRUCTURING - DENMARK - Comparing US CDC ACIP and Denmark Childhood Vaccine Schedules. Policy shift may lessen burden of vaccines on American children. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Dec 26, 2025. “…The U.S. system prioritizes population‑wide immunologic saturation and corporate throughput, resulting in early and frequent exposures. Denmark’s model favors prudence—vaccinating later, less often, and focusing on diseases that pose proven, ongoing domestic threats…”

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Nutrition, Prevention and Integrative Medicine…

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE - BOSWELLIA SERRATA - 2022 (Canada-Iran) Clinical Trial with 85 patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease took Boswellia for 6 months and saw significant improvements! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 29, 2025.
1) Boswellic acids (K-Vie™) improves clinical cognitive scores and reduces systemic inflammation in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. “…The treatment doses were 400 mg K-Vie™ capsule, thrice a day (1200 mg/day), versus matching placebo…This study suggests that a reduction of systemic inflammatory biomarkers
correlates with improvement in brain and cognitive function. Decreasing inflammation may represent a novel avenue to effectively treat AD…”

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE - GINKGO BILOBA - 2023 Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (China) - patients did better with Ginkgo + standard treatment than standard treatment alone! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 29, 2025.
1) Effectiveness and safety of ginkgo biloba preparations in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis. “…Conclusion: Ginkgo biloba preparations plus donepezil can improve clinical effectiveness rate and vocabulary memory outcomes…”

BRAIN FUNCTION - CHOLINE - What Choline Does for Your Brain (Plus the Best Ways to Get It. By Molly Knudsen, M.S., RDN, MindBodyGreen, December 19, 2025.
1) Improved Attentional Performance Following Citicoline Administration in Healthy Adult Women. “…After 28 days of daily citicoline supplementation, participants who were administered either the 250 mg or the 500 mg citicoline doses showed significantly better ability to produce correct responses on the CPT-II, likely due to improved cognitive inhibition…”
2) The role of citicoline in cognitive impairment: pharmacological characteristics, possible advantages, and doubts for an old drug with new perspectives. “…Citicoline appears to be a promising agent to improve cognitive impairment, especially of vascular origin…”
3) Neurocognitive effects of acute choline supplementation in low, medium and high performer healthy volunteers. “…behavioral performance in schizophrenia-relevant cognitive domains was assessed in 24 male participants following a single low (500mg) and moderate (1000mg) dose of CDP-choline. Relative to placebo, CDP-choline improved processing speed, working memory, verbal learning, verbal memory, and executive function in low baseline performers…”

BRAIN FUNCTION - POTASSIUM - ULTRA PROCESSED FOODS - The Brain Nutrient You’re Not Getting Enough Of (But Really Should Be) By Dr. Drew Ramsey VUMEDI, October 22, 2025. ( high potassium foods, potato, sweet potato, spinach, greens, black beans, avocado, white beans, banana)

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE - COLCHICINE - Should Colchicine Become Standard Therapy for CAD?

The efficacy and safety of low-dose colchicine (0.5 mg daily) have been primarily demonstrated in two landmark, large-scale, randomized controlled trials (RCTs):

  • LoDoCo2 (Low-Dose Colchicine 2) Trial: Focused on patients with chronic stable CAD, this trial found that colchicine reduced the risk of MACE (a composite of cardiovascular death, spontaneous myocardial infarction, ischemic stroke, or urgent revascularization) by 31% over a median follow-up of 28.6 months when added to standard care, including statins.

  • COLCOT (Colchicine Cardiovascular Outcomes Trial) Trial: Enrolled patients within 30 days after a myocardial infarction (heart attack). It demonstrated a 23% lower incidence of the primary composite cardiovascular endpoint over a median follow-up of 23 months.

Other studies and meta-analyses have largely supported these findings, though some recent trials, such as the CLEAR SYNERGY trial (published in late 2024), produced mixed results, leading researchers to conclude that optimal dosing, timing, and patient selection require further research.

Colchicine Debate: Colchicine Surprise: No Help Post-MI, Large CLEAR SYNERGY Trial Shows. The study conflicts with two prior trials showing a benefit and may warrant colchicine’s reconsideration in the guidelines.

Mechanism of Action

Colchicine works as an anti-inflammatory drug, a key factor in treating atherosclerosis, which is recognized as an inflammation-driven disease. Its main actions include:

  • Inhibiting the assembly and activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome, which reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines like interleukin-1β and interleukin-18.

  • Disrupting microtubule polymerization, which hinders the migration and adhesion of neutrophils (a type of white blood cell involved in inflammation) to arterial walls.

These effects help stabilize atherosclerotic plaques and prevent their rupture, which is a common cause of heart attacks and strokes.

Clinical Use and Considerations

  • Indications: Low-dose colchicine (0.5 mg/day) is approved as an adjunct therapy for secondary prevention in adults with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease or multiple risk factors.

  • Safety Profile: Colchicine is generally well-tolerated at low doses. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal issues, such as diarrhea, which often resolve with continued use.

  • Contraindications & Interactions: It should be avoided in patients with significant renal or liver dysfunction and used with caution with other drugs that share its metabolic pathways (e.g., certain antibiotics, antifungals, and some statins) to avoid toxicity.

Overall, studies confirm that for many high-risk patients on standard therapy (including statins), adding low-dose colchicine offers a significant, additional layer of protection against future cardiovascular events.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS - HEALTH - Brussels Sprouts: The Tiny Veggie That Detoxes and Protects DNA—How to Maximize Benefits. By Emma Suttie D.Ac, AP, EPOCH Times, December 19, 2025.
1) Consumption of Brussels sprouts results in elevated α-class glutathione S-transferase levels in human blood plasma.
2) Effects of consumption of Brussels sprouts on intestinal and lymphocytic glutathione S-transferases in humans.
3) Reduction of oxidative DNA-damage in humans by Brussels sprouts. “…300 g of cooked Brussels sprouts per day…In the control group there was no difference between the two periods in levels of 8-oxodG. In contrast, in the sprouts group the levels of 8-oxodG were decreased by 28% during the intervention period. The present findings support the results of epidemiologic studies that consumption of cruciferous vegetables may result in a decreased cancer risk…”
4) Consumption of Brussels sprouts protects peripheral human lymphocytes against 2-amino-1-methyl-6-phenylimidazo[4,5-b]pyridine (PhIP) and oxidative DNA-damage: results of a controlled human intervention trial. (…for the first time that sprout consumption (300 mg/d) leads to inhibition of sulfotransferases in humans and to protection against PhIP and oxidative DNA-damage…”
5) Induction of estradiol metabolism by dietary indole-3-carbinol in humans.
6) Harnessing the Power of Cruciferous Vegetables: Developing a Biomarker for Brassica Vegetable Consumption Using Urinary 3,3’-Diindolylmethane.
7) Indole-3-Carbinol.
8) Glucosinolates From Cruciferous Vegetables and Their Potential Role in Chronic Disease: Investigating the Preclinical and Clinical Evidence.

COGNITIVE FUNCTION - CREATINE - Effects of creatine supplementation on cognitive function of healthy individuals: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. “…Oral creatine administration may improve short-term memory and intelligence/reasoning of healthy individuals but its effect on other cognitive domains remains unclear...It is imperative that creatine should be tested on patients with dementias or cognitive impairment…”

ENVIRONMENT - WATER - The Myth of Clean Water: Passing Tests, Failing Physiology. Dilution, delay, and detection limits built modern water policy. Most drinking water is declared safe because it meets a checklist. Human physiology was never part of the checklist. Pierre Kory, MD, MPA, Pierre Kory’s Medical Musings, Dec 22, 2025.

LONGEVITY - COFFEE - Study Shows People Who Drink Their Coffee Like This May Live Longer. By Molly Knudsen, M.S., RDN, MindBodyGreen, June 26, 2025.
1) Habitual Coffee, Tea, and Caffeine Consumption, Circulating Metabolites, and the Risk of Cardiometabolic Multimorbidity. “…inverse associations of coffee, tea, and caffeine intake with the risk of new-onset CM were observed…Habitual coffee or caffeine intake, especially at a moderate level, was associated with a lower risk of new-onset CM (cardiometabolic multimorbidity)…”
2) Coffee Consumption and Mortality among United States Adults: A Prospective Cohort Study. “…Higher coffee consumption was associated with lower all-cause mortality…The health benefits of coffee consumption may be diminished when sugar and saturated fat are added…”
3) Caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee consumption and risk of all-cause mortality: a dose–response meta-analysis of cohort studies. “…coffee consumption plays a role in reducing the risk of all-cause mortality. Similar inverse associations are found for caffeinated coffee and decaffeinated coffee…”

MENTAL HEALTH - PET - MICROBIOME - NEW STUDY: Dogs Improve Human Mental Health by Transferring Beneficial Microbes. Dog ownership during adolescence alters the human microbiome in ways that measurably improve social behavior. Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Dec 29, 2025.
1) Dog ownership during adolescence alters the microbiota and improves mental health.”…
• Dog ownership in adolescence is linked to improved mental health
• Adolescents with dogs show distinct microbiota profiles
• Dog-related microbiota transfer enhances mouse social behavior
Streptococcus ASVs correlate with well-being in adolescents and mice…”

MITOCHONDRIA - The 5 Lifestyle Changes That Boost Mitochondrial Health, According To A Stanford Scientist. By Ava Durgin, MindBodyGreen, 12/23/25.
1) Impact of Resistance Training on Skeletal Muscle Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Content, and Function.

PARKINSON’S DISEASE - BOSWELLIA SERRATA - Effects of Boswellia serrata resin extract on motor dysfunction and brain oxidative stress in an experimental model of Parkinson’s disease. “…treatment with B. serrata extract at doses of 125, 250 and 500 mg/kg caused a significant reduction in the latency and total time…Our findings suggest that B. serrata resin extract acts as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent that protects nigrostriatal dopaminergic neurons and improve motor impairments in PD…”

PARKINSON’S DISEASE - GINKGO BILOBA - 2023 Randomized Clinical Trial conducted in Iran shows Ginkgo alleviated severity of Parkinsonism, motor symptoms and memory. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 21, 2025.

PARKINSON’S DISEASE - GINKGO BILOBA - PARKINSON’S Disease - GINKGO BILOBA supplementation leads to dramatic improvements - 2014 Case Report. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 21, 2025.

PERTUSSIS - VACCINE - Pertussis Vaccine Failure Resulting in Outbreaks Among Vaccinated Children. Politicians blaming RFK, but reality is legacy vaccine is failing to protect children. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Dec 27, 2025.

VACCINE SCHEDULE - Comparing US CDC ACIP and Denmark Childhood Vaccine Schedules. Peter McCullough, MD, Policy shift may lessen burden of vaccines on American children. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal (Courageous Discourse), Dec 26, 2025.

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Cancer…

ASTROCYTOMA - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - FENBENDAZOLE - 12 year old New York boy with ASTROCYTOMA reports after 6 months - 40% tumor shrinkage! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 30, 2025.

BRAIN CANCER - GLIOMA - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - 15 year old Canadian boy with high grade GLIOMA after 2 Pfizer COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines, reports after 2 months - up to 70% tumor shrinkage!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 20, 2025

BREAST CANCER - GREEN TEA - SOY
1)
Green tea consumption and breast cancer risk or recurrence: a meta-analysis. “…Available epidemiologic evidence supports the hypothesis that increased green tea consumption may be inversely associated with risk of breast cancer recurrence…”
2) Prevention of breast cancer by dietary polyphenols-role of cancer stem cells. ”…Green tea, which is rich in EGCG, suppressed BCSCs proliferation by regulating mitochondrial metabolism, rendering cancer cell more quiescent…”
3) Phytonutrients and outcomes following breast cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies. “…Soy, enterolactone, and green tea demonstrated significant risk reductions in outcomes following breast cancer…”
4) Soy intake and breast cancer risk: a prospective study of 300,000 Chinese women and a dose-response meta-analysis. “…the China Kadoorie Biobank (CKB) study…demonstrated that moderate soy intake was not associated with breast cancer risk among Chinese women. Higher amount of soy intake might provide reasonable benefits for the prevention of breast cancer…”
5) Soy Product Consumption and the Risk of Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies. “…Our findings suggest that high total soy product consumption, especially soy milk and tofu, is associated with lower cancer risk…”
6) Soy intake and breast cancer risk: an evaluation based on a systematic review of epidemiologic evidence among the Japanese population.”…soy intake possibly decreases the risk of breast cancer among Japanese women…”
7) Soybean products and reduction of breast cancer risk: a case–control study in Japan.”…The present study found a statistically inverse association between tofu or isoflavone intake and risk of breast cancer in Japanese premenopausal women, while no statistically significant association was evident with the risk among postmenopausal women…”

BREAST CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 53 year old UTAH woman with Stage 4 Breast Cancer gets to remission in 11 months!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 22, 2025.

BREAST CANCER - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - 48 year old California woman with Stage 3 Metaplastic Triple Negative Breast Cancer reports after 2 months - remission achieved. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 27, 2025.

BREAST CANCER - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - 75 year old Oklahoma woman with Stage 1 Breast Cancer (TNBC Metaplastic) reports after 4 months - no cancer! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 31, 2025.

BREAST CANCER - SURGERY - IVERMECTIN, FENBENDAZOLE- MEBENDAZOLE - 63 year old California woman with Stage 1 Breast Cancer 1cm tumor has surgery after 4 months - No Cancer found!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 22, 2025.

CANCER - VITAMIN D - PREVENTION -Vitamin D Could Prevent 30,000 Cancer Deaths Per Year in Germany Alone. Over 900 studies show anti-cancer activity of vitamin D across most cancer types, and randomized controlled trials demonstrate a ~13% reduction in cancer mortality. Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Dec 21, 2025.
1) Vitamin D supplementation to the older adult population in Germany has the cost-saving potential of preventing almost 30,000 cancer deaths per year. “…vitamin D supplementation was estimated to prevent almost 30 000 cancer deaths per year at approximate costs of €900 million and savings of €1.154 billion, suggesting net savings of €254 million. Our results support promotion of supplementation of vitamin D among older adults as a cost-saving approach to substantially reduce cancer mortality…”
2) The impact of vitamin D on cancer: A mini review. “…The majority of evidence suggests that low circulating vitamin D levels are associated with an increased risk of cancers, whereas supplementation alone or in combination with other chemo/immunotherapeutic drugs may improve clinical outcomes even further…”

CHOLANGIOCARCINOMA - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE, CBD Oil - 85 year old Toronto, Ontario man with Cholangiocarcinoma (Klatskin Tumor) reports after 4 months - goes from progressing to Complete Remission!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 20, 2025.

COLORECTAL CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 55 year old California Man with Stage 3 Colorectal Cancer (4.6cm T3N1M0) reports after 6 months - complete remission!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, December 27, 2025.

ENDOMETRIAL CANCER - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - FENBENDAZOLE - 66 year old California woman with Stage 4 Endometrial cancer reports after 4 months. Key adjustment makes a huge difference... William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 30, 2025.

GASTRIC CANCER - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - 74 year old Arizona woman with Stage 4 Gastric Cancer reports after 4 months of no chemo - almost all metastatic disease is GONE! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 31, 2025.

LUNG CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - CBD Oil - 54 year old California woman with Stage 4 NSCLC Lung Cancer reports after 4 months - the results are stunning! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 27, 2025.

LUNG CANCER - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - 70 year old California woman with Stage 4 NSCLC Lung Cancer with brain mets reports after 2 months: 74% tumor volume shrinkage (no chemo). William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 28, 2025.
LUNG CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDZOLE - 53 yo UK man with Stage 4 Lung Cancer reports after 10 months, Lung Tumor continues to shrink (70% shrinkage) - patient outlives prognosis given by Oncologist! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 31, 2025.

LUNG CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 61 year old New Jersey woman with Stage 3 SCLC Lung Ca reports after 4 months - complete remission - Oncologist shocked and at a loss for words!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 31, 2025.

LYMPHOMA - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - CBD Oil - 70 year old Oklahoma man with Stage 4 Follicular Lymphoma metastatic to bones reports after 6 months - Remission! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 27, 2025.

OVARIAN CANCER - IVERMECTIN - MEBENDAZOLE - VITAMIN B17 - GRAVIOLA (SOURSOP) - 79 year old woman in France with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer achieves an impossible remission in 2 months! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 23, 2025.

PROSTATE CANCER - IVERMECTIN - FENBENDAZOLE - 69 year old Nevada man with Stage 4 Prostate Cancer has incredible clinical response - from needing a walker to hiking again!! William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Dec 22, 2025.

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