‘Whole Thing Smacks of a Brave New World’: New AI Tool Predicts Vaccine Hesitancy
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‘Whole Thing Smacks of a Brave New World’: New AI Tool Predicts Vaccine Hesitancy

ByMichael Nevradakis PhD, The Defender

According to the University of Cincinnati researchers who developed the tool, “Despite COVID-19 vaccine mandates, many chose to forgo vaccination, raising questions about the psychology underlying how judgment affects these choices.” A team of researchers has developed a “powerful new tool in artificial intelligence” (AI) that can predict if someone is or isn’t likely to…

Couple Who Fears Cell Tower Could Disrupt Pacemaker Wins Right to Intervene in AT&T Lawsuit
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Couple Who Fears Cell Tower Could Disrupt Pacemaker Wins Right to Intervene in AT&T Lawsuit

BySuzanne Burdick, The Defender

Barbara and Everett Knudson won the right to intervene in a federal lawsuit AT&T brought against the City of Walla Walla, Washington, after city officials denied the telecom giant’s application to build a 65-foot cell tower behind a church. Two residents of the City of Walla Walla, Washington, won the right to intervene in a lawsuit AT&T brought…

‘Stunning Admission’: Widely Used HPV Vaccine Linked to 4 Autoimmune Disorders
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‘Stunning Admission’: Widely Used HPV Vaccine Linked to 4 Autoimmune Disorders

ByBrenda Baletti, Ph.D - The Defender

A study comparing nearly 2 million vaccinated and unvaccinated adolescent girls over 10 years found the girls vaccinated with a quadrivalent HPV vaccine were 4.4 times more likely than their unvaccinated counterparts to develop rheumatoid arthritis. A type of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine widely used throughout the world, but not in the U.S., may increase the risk…

‘The Blob’: Government, Media and Big Tech Censorship Alliance Suppressing Dissent on Wide Range of Issues
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‘The Blob’: Government, Media and Big Tech Censorship Alliance Suppressing Dissent on Wide Range of Issues

ByJohn-Michael Dumais, The Defender

In an interview with Russell Brand, ex-U.S. Department of State official Mike Benz exposed how an informal alliance of government agencies, media and tech companies he calls “the Blob” has redefined democracy as a “consensus of institutions” to justify censorship and maintain control over our government and public discourse. Former U.S. Department of State official…

Unfazed by 140+ Lawsuits, Merck to Test Single-Dose HPV Vaccine
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Unfazed by 140+ Lawsuits, Merck to Test Single-Dose HPV Vaccine

ByBrenda Baletti, Ph.D - The Defender

Merck today announced two new initiatives for growing the global market for its human papillomavirus, or HPV, vaccines. The initiatives include the pharmaceutical giant’s first single-dose HPV shots plus multivalent HPV vaccines designed specifically for Asian and African populations. Pharmaceutical giant Merck today announced two new initiatives for growing the global market for its human papillomavirus (HPV)…

New Law Would Make COVID Vaccine Makers Liable for Injuries, Deaths
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New Law Would Make COVID Vaccine Makers Liable for Injuries, Deaths

ByMichael Nevradakis PhD, The Defender

Children’s Health Defense is among the organizations that support a bill introduced Tuesday by Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) that would remove the liability shield for manufacturers of COVID-19 vaccines and open the door for vaccine-injured Americans to sue companies like Pfizer and Moderna. Originally published on 06 March 2024, The Defender, Michael Nevradakis PH.D. Rep….

AI-Powered Headsets for Kids With Autism: A Promising Therapy — or a Risky Gamble?
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AI-Powered Headsets for Kids With Autism: A Promising Therapy — or a Risky Gamble?

BySuzanne Burdick, The Defender

Neurofeedback headsets that use artificial intelligence may help kids with autism and ADHD regulate brain activity. But critics say the technology may normalize surveillance and increase kids’ exposure to harmful wireless radiation. Originally published on 08 Mar 2024, The Defender, Suzanne Burdick, Ph.D. Kids with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism could benefit from wearing a…

50 Years of Fraud: Big Oil, Plastics Industry Lied About Recycling, Documents Reveal
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50 Years of Fraud: Big Oil, Plastics Industry Lied About Recycling, Documents Reveal

ByThe Lede Dana Drugmand

Originally published on 26 Feb 2024 by The The New Lede, author Dana Drugmand Newly unearthed internal records reveal fossil fuel companies and the plastics industry peddled the myth of viable plastic recycling for over 50 years, despite privately acknowledging that existing recycling methods were inadequate, according to a new report from the Center for…

Opposition to Vaccination Among Parents Grows, Poll Suggests + More
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Opposition to Vaccination Among Parents Grows, Poll Suggests + More

ByThe Defender

The Defender’s Big Pharma Watch delivers the latest headlines related to pharmaceutical companies and their products, including vaccines, drugs, and medical devices and treatments. The views expressed in the below excerpts from other news sources do not necessarily reflect the views of The Defender. Our goal is to provide readers with breaking news that affects…

Exclusive: Woman Living Near Cell Tower Diagnosed With 51 Strokes
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Exclusive: Woman Living Near Cell Tower Diagnosed With 51 Strokes

ByMichael Nevradakis PhD, The Defender

In an interview with The Defender, Marcia Haller detailed how her life dramatically changed when a cell tower 900 feet from her home was “upgraded.” Haller notified the telecom companies operating the tower that she plans to sue under the Americans with Disabilities Act. In 2007, Marcia and Jason Haller — high school sweethearts who…