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An Immunologists' Personal Decisions On Mask Wearing In 2026
Introduction
I am and always have been an incredibly COVID-cautious person. I have worn a mask consistently in public except for a very rare occasion since 2020. I am still “COVID 0” meaning I have never acquired SARS-CoV-2 to the best of...
One Mutation Away From The Next Global Pandemic: Fall 2025 Update On H5N1
Last winter, 2024-25 I predicted on my social media platform that we were about two years (which would include next winter as well) or less from the virus developing human to human transmission capacity.
It’s a big prediction to make, and...
Public Health, Public Schools, and Vaccines
On September 3rd, 2025, Joseph Ladapo, M.D. announced that he, backed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, will remove all public-school vaccine mandates in Florida.
For those who have been watching Ladapo’s professional activities before and...
COVID-19 Vaccines: Why Annual Shots Are Scientifically Justified
We (anyone in the sciences and medicine) all know that Dr. Makary is not an Immunologist, he’s not an Infectious Disease specialist, and the specialists like myself, both PhD and MD can tell you he’s not listening to anyone who is an expert...
2025 FDA Policy Changes Have Re-Shaped COVID-19 Vaccine Access For Millions Across the United States
Without new data, data review or reference to any concerns, Marty Makary’s FDA has taken unprecedented action in limiting access to COVID-19 vaccines nationwide.
Major changes in FDA recommendations typically come after scientific revi...
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PhD Immunologist and entrepreneur interested in all things science and tech. Dedicated to teaching real science. I'm on TikTok (LaughterInLight), Insta/Threads (Melanie_Matheu_PhD).
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