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Trish Wood is Critical
What if the tests being used to detect COVID-19 are so flawed that false positives have seriously corrupted the case counts? Kevin McKernan believes this is exactly what's happened. An expert on sequencing, he was part of MIT's monumental Human Genome...
1:32:14•20 Mar 2021
Are COVID-19 Tests Misleading Us? Kevin McKernan Explains
Episode Overview
- PCR tests may generate false positives, affecting COVID-19 case counts.
- Lockdowns driven by flawed data can cause significant societal harm.
- Transparent and accurate data is crucial for informed public health decisions.
- Ontario faces tighter restrictions based on questionable case projections.
- Public should critically evaluate media narratives and scientific claims.
“I never thought the work I did for the Human Genome Project would be weaponised to lock down society.”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this episode of "Trish Wood is Critical," Kevin McKernan, an expert on sequencing and part of MIT's Human Genome Project, raises concerns about the accuracy of COVID-19 PCR tests. McKernan suggests that false positives from these tests have inflated case counts, leading to unnecessary lockdowns and policies with severe societal impacts.
Trish Wood, known for her empathetic yet tough interview style, delves into the intricacies of PCR testing and its implications on public health policy. McKernan argues that PCR tests often detect non-infectious viral fragments, causing a cascade of false data driving policy decisions. He stresses the importance of transparent and accurate data to guide decisions, especially in Ontario, Canada, where tighter restrictions loom.
With light humour and a critical eye, the episode challenges listeners to question the current narratives and demand better scientific practices. As you ponder the episode's revelations, ask yourself: Are we making decisions based on sound science or flawed data?
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