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The FDA approved the test that will be run by Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche's automated testing machines. The machines are already in 100 American laboratories.

Roche's diagnostic machine will be able to run up to 4,000 tests per day and will give doctors the result in less than four hours.

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Ha! Read my entire post. Go **** yourself

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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

Man, Alanshu, your words were uncalled for and unkind. Jeff has a seven-year-old son whose immunity is compromised; so he's unusually vulnerable. I hope you'll apologize.

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ORIGINAL: USSAmerica
Despite occasional political opinions flaring up here and there, this thread has been a great source of detailed and reasonable discussion and information. I hope it continues in that tone and usefulness.

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Chinese government has on Wednesday approved the use of Arthritis drug for Coronavirus treatment.

The Socialists state said inspite its prescription of Swiss drugmaker Roche’s <ROG.S> anti-inflammation drug Actemra for patients who develop severe complications from the coronavirus, it still hunts for new ways to combat the deadly virus.

Disclosing this, the Physiciansweekly.com opined that “China is hoping that some older drugs could stop severe cytokine release syndrome (CRS), or cytokine storms, an overreaction of the immune system which is considered a major factor behind catastrophic organ failure and death in some coronavirus patients.

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Since Actemra’s approval a decade ago, it has become a go-to drug against other inflammatory conditions, including cytokine storms in cancer patients receiving cell therapies from Novartis <NOVN.S> and Gilead Sciences <GILD.O>.

In 2012 it helped save the life of a young U.S. girl, the first child to be treated for leukaemia with Novatis’ Kymriah, from a post-treatment rush of IL-6.

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An anti-inflammation drug, Actemra (tocilizumab), manufactured by the Swiss pharmaceutical company, Roche, has been approved by the Chinese government for the treatment of patients who are developing severe complications from coronavirus.

Actemra is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis who have had an inadequate response to one or more Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs.

Roche was quoted as saying that a third party has initiated the trial independently to explore the efficacy and safety of the drug in coronavirus patients with cytokine release syndrome (CRS).

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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

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ORIGINAL: USSAmerica
Despite occasional political opinions flaring up here and there, this thread has been a great source of detailed and reasonable discussion and information. I hope it continues in that tone and usefulness.

It's difficult to maintain decorum, because this is the internet. In real life, people of differing opinions sit down and (mostly) respectfully discuss things without resorting to name calling and open contempt for the viewpoints of others. That's the environment I'm accustomed to and what I prefer. In here, unfortunately, several members repeatedly show contempt for others. Sometimes it's outright, sometimes it's a bit more veiled, as in "you shouldn't stick your head in the sand" comments that imply that those who are looking at the data in different ways are not entitled to respect.

Chickenboy is probably the most qualified person to comment in this community, yet some are casting aspersions at him, either personally or calling into question his judgment.

Those acting in this way don't see it. They've helped make the environment so toxic that Chickenboy is discouraged from participating.

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ORIGINAL: JohnDillworth

Ah, finally the”deep state” gets mentioned. You think the Alex Jones crowd would be more concerned with his drunk driving. A world wide pandemic being dismissed as “deep state” misinformation.

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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

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ORIGINAL: USSAmerica
Despite occasional political opinions flaring up here and there, this thread has been a great source of detailed and reasonable discussion and information. I hope it continues in that tone and usefulness.

It's difficult to maintain decorum, because this is the internet. In real life, people of differing opinions sit down and (mostly) respectfully discuss things without resorting to name calling and open contempt for the viewpoints of others. That's the environment I'm accustomed to and what I prefer. In here, unfortunately, several members repeatedly show contempt for others. Sometimes it's outright, sometimes it's a bit more veiled, as in "you shouldn't stick your head in the sand" comments that imply that those who are looking at the data in different ways are not entitled to respect.

Chickenboy is probably the most qualified person to comment in this community, yet some are casting aspersions at him, either personally or calling into question his judgment.

Those acting in this way don't see it. They've helped make the environment so toxic that Chickenboy is discouraged from participating.

Mike

"Good times will set you free" - Jimmy Buffett

"They need more rum punch" - Me


Artwork by The Amazing Dixie

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It's difficult to maintain decorum, because this is the internet. In real life, people of differing opinions sit down and (mostly) respectfully discuss things without resorting to name calling and open contempt for the viewpoints of others. That's the environment I'm accustomed to and what I prefer. In here, unfortunately, several members repeatedly show contempt for others.

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Sometimes it's outright, sometimes it's a bit more veiled, as in "you shouldn't stick your head in the sand" comments that imply that those who are looking at the data in different ways are not entitled to respect.

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Chickenboy is probably the most qualified person to comment in this community, yet some are casting aspersions at him, either personally or calling into question his judgment.

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ORIGINAL: Kull

I posted this exact information earlier. It's right at the top of page 20 along with a quote and a link to a pretty detailed story.

Kind of disappointing that apparently some aren't reading these things. Rather than just sticking a link out there, I usually include interesting graphics and "to-the-point" quotes. A fair amount of effort goes into the research, including a HUGE amount of time looking for sources that don't have an agenda. (Ironically, that one link was a violation of my own policy, but the story is really important and it was the only source I could find)

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ORIGINAL: USSAmerica

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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

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ORIGINAL: USSAmerica
Despite occasional political opinions flaring up here and there, this thread has been a great source of detailed and reasonable discussion and information. I hope it continues in that tone and usefulness.

It's difficult to maintain decorum, because this is the internet. In real life, people of differing opinions sit down and (mostly) respectfully discuss things without resorting to name calling and open contempt for the viewpoints of others. That's the environment I'm accustomed to and what I prefer. In here, unfortunately, several members repeatedly show contempt for others. Sometimes it's outright, sometimes it's a bit more veiled, as in "you shouldn't stick your head in the sand" comments that imply that those who are looking at the data in different ways are not entitled to respect.

Chickenboy is probably the most qualified person to comment in this community, yet some are casting aspersions at him, either personally or calling into question his judgment.

Those acting in this way don't see it. They've helped make the environment so toxic that Chickenboy is discouraged from participating.

I cast aspersions at Chickenboy personally, because I know him personally.

I do NOT call into question his judgement relating to his professional training and always look forward to reading his take on matters such as this discussion topic.

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Keep an eye on coronavirus, but remember the flu

There have been at least 22 million flu cases so far this season nationwide, with 210,000 hospitalizations and 12,000 flu deaths.

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As of Friday morning, at least 16 patients connected to 10 different VA medical centers nationwide have tested positive for the coronavirus or are awaiting confirmation but presumed to be infected.
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Nationwide, more than 1,200 individuals in 42 states have been infected, and at least 36 have died. Numerous public school systems and universities have closed down for the next few weeks, and large conferences, professional sports and entertainment events have been cancelled.
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On Tuesday, department officials announced that all VA nursing homes and spinal cord injury and disorder centers will have a “no visitor” rule in an effort to limit the virus spread. All other VA medical centers have been screening visitors for the last few weeks for signs of illness, and barring some individuals from medical campuses.

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All VA medical facilities began screening visitors this month for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and many have started limiting the number of visitors or barring children under age 18, and in some cases, 16, from medical campuses.

But on Tuesday, the department announced that its nursing homes, also called community living centers, and 24 spinal cord injury and disorder centers will have a “no visitor” rule starting immediately and lasting “until further notice.”

The facilities house or care for more than 65,000 veterans.

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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

USSAmerica, I wasn't referring to you. You're always polite.

Mike

"Good times will set you free" - Jimmy Buffett

"They need more rum punch" - Me


Artwork by The Amazing Dixie

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ORIGINAL: Zorch

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ORIGINAL: USSAmerica

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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

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ORIGINAL: USSAmerica
Despite occasional political opinions flaring up here and there, this thread has been a great source of detailed and reasonable discussion and information. I hope it continues in that tone and usefulness.

It's difficult to maintain decorum, because this is the internet. In real life, people of differing opinions sit down and (mostly) respectfully discuss things without resorting to name calling and open contempt for the viewpoints of others. That's the environment I'm accustomed to and what I prefer. In here, unfortunately, several members repeatedly show contempt for others. Sometimes it's outright, sometimes it's a bit more veiled, as in "you shouldn't stick your head in the sand" comments that imply that those who are looking at the data in different ways are not entitled to respect.

Chickenboy is probably the most qualified person to comment in this community, yet some are casting aspersions at him, either personally or calling into question his judgment.

Those acting in this way don't see it. They've helped make the environment so toxic that Chickenboy is discouraged from participating.

I cast aspersions at Chickenboy personally, because I know him personally.

I do NOT call into question his judgement relating to his professional training and always look forward to reading his take on matters such as this discussion topic.

+1 Some people interpret everything politically.
+1 Chickenboy as a sage voice of counsel.

My local supermarket is sold out of OJ! Milk and toilet paper are bad enough, but I can't function with 2 glasses of OJ every morning.

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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

I started this thread to get insight from the thoughtful members of the community.

People like Chiekenboy, who has a particular expertise in this area.

But good men couldn't keep themselves under control and became incredibly offensive.

I'm out of here.