@JaneBRBJ
@janewatson.bsky.social
Vax, Mask, Read, Learn, Protect Yourself and Others.
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January 7, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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Huge thanks to @mikehoney.bsky.social for all the valuable COVID data he tracks. His work has become incredibly important for scientists and health professionals, and with so little data available now, it really matters for people who want to stay safe and informed.
www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
Scientists rely on this COVID-19 data. It's made by a volunteer in Melbourne
Meet the Melbourne IT specialist who tracks "incredibly valuable" COVID-19 data in his spare time.
www.sbs.com.au
December 12, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Huge thanks to @mikehoney.bsky.social for all the valuable COVID data he tracks. His work has become incredibly important for scientists and health professionals, and with so little data available now, it really matters for people who want to stay safe and informed.
www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
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“School lockdowns”
What ridiculous terminology.
It’s wrong for a start. No one is locked in the school for disease control. The kids and staff are off site.
It’s “remote learning” or “working from home”.
For most kids and teachers, it’s not a horrifying jail sentence.
(excl. at risk kids/DV)
What ridiculous terminology.
It’s wrong for a start. No one is locked in the school for disease control. The kids and staff are off site.
It’s “remote learning” or “working from home”.
For most kids and teachers, it’s not a horrifying jail sentence.
(excl. at risk kids/DV)
excl.at
December 13, 2025 at 10:23 PM
“School lockdowns”
What ridiculous terminology.
It’s wrong for a start. No one is locked in the school for disease control. The kids and staff are off site.
It’s “remote learning” or “working from home”.
For most kids and teachers, it’s not a horrifying jail sentence.
(excl. at risk kids/DV)
What ridiculous terminology.
It’s wrong for a start. No one is locked in the school for disease control. The kids and staff are off site.
It’s “remote learning” or “working from home”.
For most kids and teachers, it’s not a horrifying jail sentence.
(excl. at risk kids/DV)
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This is a very important point. Too much thinking about infectious disease in binary terms (contagious or completely safe; totally immune or not at all; ...). We know that the amount of virus inhaled also matters.
December 10, 2025 at 9:09 PM
This is a very important point. Too much thinking about infectious disease in binary terms (contagious or completely safe; totally immune or not at all; ...). We know that the amount of virus inhaled also matters.
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Similarly for indoor public spaces, especially if you plan to be in a very small, underventilated space for a long time (e.g. train trip). If unmasked, you'll continue to exhale viral particles which will remain suspended in the air and viable for some time. Even after you've got off the train. 2/
December 10, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Similarly for indoor public spaces, especially if you plan to be in a very small, underventilated space for a long time (e.g. train trip). If unmasked, you'll continue to exhale viral particles which will remain suspended in the air and viable for some time. Even after you've got off the train. 2/
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Should you wear a mask if you've got symptomatic flu? YES. If you wear it at home *from the onset of your symptoms*, your family members are much less likely to catch flu from you (but you must avoid unmasked co-sleeping and eating around same table - have your meals alone). 1/
December 10, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Should you wear a mask if you've got symptomatic flu? YES. If you wear it at home *from the onset of your symptoms*, your family members are much less likely to catch flu from you (but you must avoid unmasked co-sleeping and eating around same table - have your meals alone). 1/
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Looks like their plan to boost productivity by ushering everyone back to the office in an ongoing pandemic didn't play out as expected
ottawacitizen.com/public-servi...
ottawacitizen.com/public-servi...
November 20, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Looks like their plan to boost productivity by ushering everyone back to the office in an ongoing pandemic didn't play out as expected
ottawacitizen.com/public-servi...
ottawacitizen.com/public-servi...
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The truth. Children did not die as frequently as older adults and people with comorbidities.
The misinformation. That it is “mild”, indicating that infections are unlikely to be consequential.
The lie. Children don’t get infected and don’t transmit disease.
The misinformation. That it is “mild”, indicating that infections are unlikely to be consequential.
The lie. Children don’t get infected and don’t transmit disease.
Oh. I thought children were somehow impacted differently during the pandemic. Was that mis/disinformation?
October 31, 2025 at 9:05 PM
The truth. Children did not die as frequently as older adults and people with comorbidities.
The misinformation. That it is “mild”, indicating that infections are unlikely to be consequential.
The lie. Children don’t get infected and don’t transmit disease.
The misinformation. That it is “mild”, indicating that infections are unlikely to be consequential.
The lie. Children don’t get infected and don’t transmit disease.
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"Coronavirus found in samples from 96% of flights"
Article published: 01 Oct 2023
"If you believe it's now safe to fly without a protective mask, you might want to think again. New research shows the COVID-19 virus has been found on nearly every flight tested."
Source: archive.li/1S0tH
Article published: 01 Oct 2023
"If you believe it's now safe to fly without a protective mask, you might want to think again. New research shows the COVID-19 virus has been found on nearly every flight tested."
Source: archive.li/1S0tH
October 31, 2025 at 1:04 AM
"Coronavirus found in samples from 96% of flights"
Article published: 01 Oct 2023
"If you believe it's now safe to fly without a protective mask, you might want to think again. New research shows the COVID-19 virus has been found on nearly every flight tested."
Source: archive.li/1S0tH
Article published: 01 Oct 2023
"If you believe it's now safe to fly without a protective mask, you might want to think again. New research shows the COVID-19 virus has been found on nearly every flight tested."
Source: archive.li/1S0tH
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The two spikes in CO2? Elevator rides...reason I still wear mask in public elevators (and restrooms)...
October 14, 2025 at 12:44 PM
The two spikes in CO2? Elevator rides...reason I still wear mask in public elevators (and restrooms)...
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This is what the audience for a Long COVID conference looked like today. Notice anything? 😷
August 12, 2025 at 12:40 AM
This is what the audience for a Long COVID conference looked like today. Notice anything? 😷
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My definition of mild.
Controlled by simple analgesia and did not need to see doctor. Symptoms resolved and did not lead to chronic and debilitating health issues.
COVID IS NOT MILD FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE.
Controlled by simple analgesia and did not need to see doctor. Symptoms resolved and did not lead to chronic and debilitating health issues.
COVID IS NOT MILD FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE.
August 12, 2025 at 4:47 AM
My definition of mild.
Controlled by simple analgesia and did not need to see doctor. Symptoms resolved and did not lead to chronic and debilitating health issues.
COVID IS NOT MILD FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE.
Controlled by simple analgesia and did not need to see doctor. Symptoms resolved and did not lead to chronic and debilitating health issues.
COVID IS NOT MILD FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE.
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Vaccines do not contain any fetal tissue or cells, nor do they contain any cells derived from fetal materials.
RFK Jr on measles: "The MMR vaccine contains a lot of aborted fetus debris."
May 1, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Vaccines do not contain any fetal tissue or cells, nor do they contain any cells derived from fetal materials.
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I will continue to wear my N95 mask whenever and wherever I feel it's appropriate, both for my protection and for the protection of others.
And if others wear any kind of protective face mask, or hijab, or whatever, it's their business and no one else's.
And if others wear any kind of protective face mask, or hijab, or whatever, it's their business and no one else's.
April 26, 2025 at 11:57 PM
I will continue to wear my N95 mask whenever and wherever I feel it's appropriate, both for my protection and for the protection of others.
And if others wear any kind of protective face mask, or hijab, or whatever, it's their business and no one else's.
And if others wear any kind of protective face mask, or hijab, or whatever, it's their business and no one else's.
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When you're chronically ill, your baseline means everything.
I have very little function, but what I do have I'm desperate to keep. Non disabled people struggle to understand how easily setbacks can happen, as well as how hard it is to regain what we've lost.
I have very little function, but what I do have I'm desperate to keep. Non disabled people struggle to understand how easily setbacks can happen, as well as how hard it is to regain what we've lost.
Maintaining a Baseline Means Everything When You're Chronically Ill
So why is it so hard to do? And how can we make it a bit easier?
www.disabledginger.com
April 26, 2025 at 11:18 PM
When you're chronically ill, your baseline means everything.
I have very little function, but what I do have I'm desperate to keep. Non disabled people struggle to understand how easily setbacks can happen, as well as how hard it is to regain what we've lost.
I have very little function, but what I do have I'm desperate to keep. Non disabled people struggle to understand how easily setbacks can happen, as well as how hard it is to regain what we've lost.
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This beautifully told story by Hayley Gleeson on Raina MacIntyre’s new book Vaccine Nation could not be more timely. Raina is a public health superhero.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
COVID jabs were a resounding success but vaccines now face a growing threat
Vaccine Nation is a warning about the acceleration of the anti-vaccination movement during the pandemic and worrying declines in vaccination rates around the world. Can we correct course before it's t...
www.abc.net.au
April 27, 2025 at 12:47 AM
This beautifully told story by Hayley Gleeson on Raina MacIntyre’s new book Vaccine Nation could not be more timely. Raina is a public health superhero.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
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They will tell you
that this virus
is a dangerous bioweapon
that escaped
from a laboratory,
but if they see you
taking any steps
to protect yourself
from this virus
they will tell you
that this virus
is really just a cold.
that this virus
is a dangerous bioweapon
that escaped
from a laboratory,
but if they see you
taking any steps
to protect yourself
from this virus
they will tell you
that this virus
is really just a cold.
April 22, 2025 at 8:01 PM
They will tell you
that this virus
is a dangerous bioweapon
that escaped
from a laboratory,
but if they see you
taking any steps
to protect yourself
from this virus
they will tell you
that this virus
is really just a cold.
that this virus
is a dangerous bioweapon
that escaped
from a laboratory,
but if they see you
taking any steps
to protect yourself
from this virus
they will tell you
that this virus
is really just a cold.
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Biggest commitment to a 3 second joke I've ever seen
April 9, 2025 at 6:33 AM
Biggest commitment to a 3 second joke I've ever seen
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You need something to cheer you up?
Someone medical that wears a respie is still an absolute favourite with the kids. (Not me, but they love me too.)
Feedback received today.
They like to see that “smile” (eyes only) before they go for their treatment.
Someone medical that wears a respie is still an absolute favourite with the kids. (Not me, but they love me too.)
Feedback received today.
They like to see that “smile” (eyes only) before they go for their treatment.
April 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
You need something to cheer you up?
Someone medical that wears a respie is still an absolute favourite with the kids. (Not me, but they love me too.)
Feedback received today.
They like to see that “smile” (eyes only) before they go for their treatment.
Someone medical that wears a respie is still an absolute favourite with the kids. (Not me, but they love me too.)
Feedback received today.
They like to see that “smile” (eyes only) before they go for their treatment.
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Measles takes your immune memories.
-my latest, long read. I hope there's something in there for you.
virologydownunder.com/measles-take...
-my latest, long read. I hope there's something in there for you.
virologydownunder.com/measles-take...
Measles takes your immune memories
Measles virus (MeV) rides its cellular carriages through the blood vessel networks and lymph node stations, spreading far and wide around the body. But after the journey ends, we're stuck paying its f...
virologydownunder.com
April 9, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Measles takes your immune memories.
-my latest, long read. I hope there's something in there for you.
virologydownunder.com/measles-take...
-my latest, long read. I hope there's something in there for you.
virologydownunder.com/measles-take...
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Global measles outbreak hits Australia
“Aus has already recorded 52 measles cases for 2025, incl 20 in NSW, 14 in Vic, 13 in WA
That's compared to 57 for all of last year & just 26 in 2023”
Reminder: measles is airborne; clean air & masks as well as 💉
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
“Aus has already recorded 52 measles cases for 2025, incl 20 in NSW, 14 in Vic, 13 in WA
That's compared to 57 for all of last year & just 26 in 2023”
Reminder: measles is airborne; clean air & masks as well as 💉
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
How worried should Australia be about a measles outbreak?
Australia is in the middle of a surge in measles cases amid a global spike and declining childhood vaccination rates. So what precautions should be taken to avoid widespread transmission?
www.abc.net.au
April 9, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Global measles outbreak hits Australia
“Aus has already recorded 52 measles cases for 2025, incl 20 in NSW, 14 in Vic, 13 in WA
That's compared to 57 for all of last year & just 26 in 2023”
Reminder: measles is airborne; clean air & masks as well as 💉
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
“Aus has already recorded 52 measles cases for 2025, incl 20 in NSW, 14 in Vic, 13 in WA
That's compared to 57 for all of last year & just 26 in 2023”
Reminder: measles is airborne; clean air & masks as well as 💉
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...
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Clade 1 b Mpox case in the UK with no travel history and no known link to other cases.
Also, in other news, UKHSA has decided Clade 1a and 1 b Mpox (the worst strains) are no longer a HCID.
Clade 1 b Mpox case in the UK with no travel history and no known link to other cases.
Also, in other news, UKHSA has decided Clade 1a and 1 b Mpox (the worst strains) are no longer a HCID.
April 8, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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Clade 1 b Mpox case in the UK with no travel history and no known link to other cases.
Also, in other news, UKHSA has decided Clade 1a and 1 b Mpox (the worst strains) are no longer a HCID.
Clade 1 b Mpox case in the UK with no travel history and no known link to other cases.
Also, in other news, UKHSA has decided Clade 1a and 1 b Mpox (the worst strains) are no longer a HCID.