On Meidas Health Episode 15, Dr. Vin Gupta and former NCIRD director Dr. Demetre Daskalakis discuss how Trump’s chaos and RFK Jr.’s anti-vax crusade are undermining public health.
ICU’s were always crowded, since I can remember ( hospital RN since ‘89 ). How’re we going to take care of the surge in infectious diseases due to low vaccination rates?
Anger is double edged sword It can be destructive which gives this emotion a bad rap But it can be constructive when used in way to respond to threat WE the People are under a Nazi takeover threat and WE are angry at what is transpiring Our only hope is that the Democratic Party can meet the moment with anger and continue to not play by the rules and civility to quash the Nazis in what can only be termed a political civil war
With that said WE the People are behind the Democrats no matter how bad we may think their policies are because they stand between the democratic republic and a Russian dictatorship And I think that there is enough public animosity about this Nazi takeover that a Congressional mandate will become apparent in the 2026 midterms
So what does a Democratic platform look like? It better be darn close to what that anger that brought about the Democratic election results No more civility No more compromise No more reaching across the aisle It should look like a knockdown drag out fight and no taking prisioners This should include election reform to include mandatory mail in voting in every state and removal of gerrymandering , SCOTUS expansion, abortion rights and women’s reproductive health initiatives, end Citizens United and big money in politics, AND revocation of tax relief for billionaires and corporations
I agree to what you have said. The problem is this regime is trying to destroy the government before it can even get to the next election by all means they consider necessary!
Government Shutdown: Getting Angry And Demanding 3 Things 202.224.3121
Over at American Manifesto Lukium(https://bit.ly/4pfyLBm) has called on WE the People to shutdown the government unless 3 demands are met So call your senator and congressman/woman to make this happen or you will shut them down so that they won’t be able to run for dog catcher Create a habit to call them every day Flood the lines And then say the following
“Do not fund the government unless these three demands are met: release the Epstein files, end the tariff lie, and prohibit the use of force against Americans. I know the regime will never concede, and that is the point—to force them to defend why, until their collapse. If you cave, your career ends. We will fund your primary challengers, we will canvas, we will donate, and we will make sure you are finished.”
If anyone had known Kennedy's history, they would know exactly what kind of a Secretary of HHS he would be. To think he would suddenly become rational and science based is beyond naive. Anyone who has abused drugs and alcohol as Kennedy did over such a long time, would have a fried brain that would be incapable of rational thought.
Thank you for all you have done . I had polio when I was four - I am now 80. I haven’t had covid or the flu because my pharmacy makes sure I get my immunizations. My daughter is an icu-ccu-pandemic Nurse for a hospital that may close. All of this makes no sense when the so/called president does all he does just because he wants to make the decisions about all the things the world needs he doesn’t understand. He will die with his gold and money in his pocket. Please don’t walk away for what the people need. Thanks for listening. Judi Karcher
Clear takeaway from this Meidas Health conversation: when politics muddies science, trust and outcomes suffer. Dr. Demetre Daskalakis—who led the White House mpox response in 2022—explains why he resigned from CDC and what keeps him up at night: weakening institutions, confused risk communication, and slower responses when communities need speed and clarity. The fix isn’t abstract: protect CDC independence, fund local health departments to act fast, and center plain-language messaging with trusted messengers. His decision reads less like drama and more like a warning light for anyone who cares about vaccines, outbreaks, and public trust. Source: Meidas Health, Episode 15 (2025); Inside Medicine’s publication of the resignation emails (2025). #PublicHealth #Trust #Leadership
and that was at he CONFIRMATION HEARING!!. It reminds me of the stump speech tRUMP gave where he actually said, "I don't like you people, I just want your vote". what did they do? all cheered, clapped and waived their stupid little flags and hats
Thank you so much for this discussion with Dr. Daskalakis. I am especially concerned for the health conditions of individuals and those across our nation and beyond because of what is happening to ruin the system we have been so fortunate to have had. Another concern, as you addressed, is being able to get my own vaccines at the pharmacy. Children, and people of all ages are at risk with what is happening, and I cannot underwent how anyone can believe a non-doctor who is trying to kill us off by deprivation of good medicine and access to it.
Today's post should be required listening for everybody. Dr. Daskalakis is a treasure. Thank you very much for sharing this info and reminding everyone to stand up for our lives. The Trump regime is trying to kill us.
It makes no sense. The regime claims to want increased population. They're making abortion nearly impossible, contraception less and less available and pushing women toward pregnancy on one hand, yet are trying to kill off as many of us as they can by squasing medical research, ending social safety nets, finding ways to cut social security, Medicare and Medicaid, etc, etc, etc. It makes absolutely no sense whatsoever, but that's a specialty of Trumpers.
ICU’s were always crowded, since I can remember ( hospital RN since ‘89 ). How’re we going to take care of the surge in infectious diseases due to low vaccination rates?
Exactly. Recently retired RN after 33yrs. I shudder for my colleagues.
Republicans would like them to die, thank you very much.
Survival of the fittest, according to their "practical" Darwinism.
Using The Angry Mob Mentality For Change
Anger is double edged sword It can be destructive which gives this emotion a bad rap But it can be constructive when used in way to respond to threat WE the People are under a Nazi takeover threat and WE are angry at what is transpiring Our only hope is that the Democratic Party can meet the moment with anger and continue to not play by the rules and civility to quash the Nazis in what can only be termed a political civil war
With that said WE the People are behind the Democrats no matter how bad we may think their policies are because they stand between the democratic republic and a Russian dictatorship And I think that there is enough public animosity about this Nazi takeover that a Congressional mandate will become apparent in the 2026 midterms
So what does a Democratic platform look like? It better be darn close to what that anger that brought about the Democratic election results No more civility No more compromise No more reaching across the aisle It should look like a knockdown drag out fight and no taking prisioners This should include election reform to include mandatory mail in voting in every state and removal of gerrymandering , SCOTUS expansion, abortion rights and women’s reproductive health initiatives, end Citizens United and big money in politics, AND revocation of tax relief for billionaires and corporations
I agree to what you have said. The problem is this regime is trying to destroy the government before it can even get to the next election by all means they consider necessary!
Government Shutdown: Getting Angry And Demanding 3 Things 202.224.3121
Over at American Manifesto Lukium(https://bit.ly/4pfyLBm) has called on WE the People to shutdown the government unless 3 demands are met So call your senator and congressman/woman to make this happen or you will shut them down so that they won’t be able to run for dog catcher Create a habit to call them every day Flood the lines And then say the following
“Do not fund the government unless these three demands are met: release the Epstein files, end the tariff lie, and prohibit the use of force against Americans. I know the regime will never concede, and that is the point—to force them to defend why, until their collapse. If you cave, your career ends. We will fund your primary challengers, we will canvas, we will donate, and we will make sure you are finished.”
If anyone had known Kennedy's history, they would know exactly what kind of a Secretary of HHS he would be. To think he would suddenly become rational and science based is beyond naive. Anyone who has abused drugs and alcohol as Kennedy did over such a long time, would have a fried brain that would be incapable of rational thought.
He was given that job for pulling out of the presidential race. He went to Harris first but she refused to work with him.
Brain worms 🪱
Thank you for all you have done . I had polio when I was four - I am now 80. I haven’t had covid or the flu because my pharmacy makes sure I get my immunizations. My daughter is an icu-ccu-pandemic Nurse for a hospital that may close. All of this makes no sense when the so/called president does all he does just because he wants to make the decisions about all the things the world needs he doesn’t understand. He will die with his gold and money in his pocket. Please don’t walk away for what the people need. Thanks for listening. Judi Karcher
Thanks Judi for sharing your story. You are more proof that this administration is wrong.
Clear takeaway from this Meidas Health conversation: when politics muddies science, trust and outcomes suffer. Dr. Demetre Daskalakis—who led the White House mpox response in 2022—explains why he resigned from CDC and what keeps him up at night: weakening institutions, confused risk communication, and slower responses when communities need speed and clarity. The fix isn’t abstract: protect CDC independence, fund local health departments to act fast, and center plain-language messaging with trusted messengers. His decision reads less like drama and more like a warning light for anyone who cares about vaccines, outbreaks, and public trust. Source: Meidas Health, Episode 15 (2025); Inside Medicine’s publication of the resignation emails (2025). #PublicHealth #Trust #Leadership
local health departments were long ago deconstructed in most states.... not news... vw
He still would have done more good remaining at the CDC than resigning.
It's times like this that I'm so greatful to be a Canadian.
We're grateful for any Canadians that still like us.
us as in "people" (even if not the USA or government)
Thank you for sharing this much needed information
I appreciate this. Thank you all. 😊
At Confirmation. RFK JR.said " dont listen to me. Im not a scientist" I guess he thinks he's a scientist today😡
and that was at he CONFIRMATION HEARING!!. It reminds me of the stump speech tRUMP gave where he actually said, "I don't like you people, I just want your vote". what did they do? all cheered, clapped and waived their stupid little flags and hats
Magat morons at their finest! As long as chaos reigns that’s all they care about.
Thank you so much for this discussion with Dr. Daskalakis. I am especially concerned for the health conditions of individuals and those across our nation and beyond because of what is happening to ruin the system we have been so fortunate to have had. Another concern, as you addressed, is being able to get my own vaccines at the pharmacy. Children, and people of all ages are at risk with what is happening, and I cannot underwent how anyone can believe a non-doctor who is trying to kill us off by deprivation of good medicine and access to it.
Today's post should be required listening for everybody. Dr. Daskalakis is a treasure. Thank you very much for sharing this info and reminding everyone to stand up for our lives. The Trump regime is trying to kill us.
Good to know Thanks for reporting all this information!
I am not interested in controlled opposition. Talk about the genocide
Thank you Meidas Health this is super helpful. Love it, feel better knowing you guys are here
WHY? What is the endgame here, just cruelty?
Control over others... over life choices; over opportunities.
Take the best for themselves & leave nothing for the rest.
Narcissistic egos battling their own impending mortality.
Ironically, they are shortening their own lifespans (by cutting of medical science).
The billionaires can't buy a cancer cure that was never researched & doesn't exist.
Yet they can afford to fly around the globe when sick to TRY to get whatever cures they can.
None of them have humanity. None have actual love in their lives. Just transactions.
They forget they can't take their gold-plated stuff with them when they die.
The dictators don't take the land with them that they've stolen, when they die.
All they can do, and do well, is teach HATE, ANGER & assumption of supremacy.
It makes no sense. The regime claims to want increased population. They're making abortion nearly impossible, contraception less and less available and pushing women toward pregnancy on one hand, yet are trying to kill off as many of us as they can by squasing medical research, ending social safety nets, finding ways to cut social security, Medicare and Medicaid, etc, etc, etc. It makes absolutely no sense whatsoever, but that's a specialty of Trumpers.
They want to control a population. It's NOT about families or seeing happy, healthy kids playing.
Kind of their obsession with size:
of a crowd at a parade, of military on the streets, of their bank accounts, of the size of the population they want to "rule" over.
I feel the same way, about SO MUCH of all this. Of what possible benefit is this to 🍊🤡, MAGA, and GOP?