Understanding Sudden Deaths: A Study on Causes Beyond Vaccines
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Chapter 1: Insights into Sudden Deaths
The release of the documentary "Died Suddenly" on November 21, 2022, sparked significant interest, amassing over 7 million views within 24 hours and nearly 20 million by January 2023. The documentary raises alarming questions about the safety of vaccines amid reports of sudden deaths among the vaccinated population.
According to IMDb, it poses the provocative query: “5 billion vaccinated worldwide, and many are dying suddenly. Is this the greatest orchestrated die-off in the history of the world?”
When we witness an apparently healthy young individual suddenly passing away, particularly post-vaccination, it's natural to draw conclusions linking the two. Our instinctual response often leads us to suspect the vaccine, especially in the absence of other explanations. However, a more analytical approach prompts us to reconsider this correlation.
A comprehensive study titled “Factors associated with unexplained sudden deaths among adults aged 18–45 years in India — A multicentric matched case–control study,” recently published in the esteemed Indian Journal of Medical Research, sheds light on this issue.
This study is groundbreaking as it not only examines potential links between Covid-19 vaccinations and sudden deaths among healthy young adults but also identifies several risk factors associated with these tragic events.
Despite some skepticism surrounding the quality of research from India, particularly due to concerns about fraudulent publications, this investigation utilized a thorough methodology. Researchers analyzed data from 729 individuals who experienced sudden deaths (the cases) and 2,916 healthy individuals (the controls) aged 18–45 across 47 hospitals in 19 Indian states between May and August 2023. Controls were carefully matched to cases based on age, gender, and location in a 4:1 ratio.
Sudden death was classified as the “natural, non-traumatic death of an apparently healthy individual” according to the International Statistical Classification of Diseases 10th Revision (ICD-10). Individuals with known medical conditions that could explain their deaths, those on long-term medication, and those who died from external causes were excluded from the study.
Investigators meticulously examined medical records and even conducted door-to-door surveys to gather information on vaccination status, Covid-19 history, and lifestyle factors that might correlate with sudden deaths.
After accounting for relevant variables, the study revealed several significant factors influencing the risk of sudden death:
- Covid-19 vaccination (two doses) decreased the risk by 0.51-fold.
- Recent binge drinking (six or more alcoholic beverages in one occasion) raised the risk by 5.29-fold.
- Past hospitalization due to Covid-19 increased the odds by 3.8-fold.
- Engaging in intense physical activity within the last 48 hours heightened the risk by 3.7-fold.
- Recent use of recreational drugs (like marijuana, cocaine, or heroin) elevated the risk by 2.9-fold.
- A family history of sudden death increased the likelihood by 2.5-fold.
The authors concluded that “COVID-19 vaccination did not increase the risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults in India.” Instead, they highlighted that a history of Covid-19 hospitalization, a family history of sudden death, and certain lifestyle choices significantly raised the risk.
Interestingly, binge drinking emerged as the leading risk factor for sudden death. Previous studies have indicated that excessive alcohol consumption can increase the chances of stroke, cardiac arrhythmias, and sudden cardiac death. This is likely due to the potential for binge drinking to cause QT prolongation, an abnormal delay in the heart's electrical cycle, which can be fatal.
The second risk factor—previous severe Covid-19 infections—can have lasting effects on the body, potentially leading to cardiovascular complications. Long-Covid has been associated with increased risks of stroke and heart failure.
The third risk factor involves untrained individuals participating in vigorous physical activities, which can drastically spike blood pressure and lead to sudden death due to shear stress on blood vessels or potential blood clots.
The use of recreational drugs represents the fourth risk factor, as they can lead to excessive neurotransmitter release, overstimulating the autonomic nervous system and affecting heart function.
Lastly, a family history of sudden death, which may involve genetic predispositions or shared lifestyle habits, was identified as the fifth risk factor. Conditions like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or long QT syndrome, which can lead to sudden death, often run in families.
Ultimately, this study emphasizes that the sudden deaths of young and healthy individuals are typically attributed to factors other than the Covid-19 vaccine. In fact, the vaccine may offer a protective benefit.
It's worth noting that incidents of sudden deaths were not uncommon before the widespread administration of Covid-19 vaccines. This topic was explored in depth in a previous article titled "What To Think if We See Someone Drop Dead After Vaccination."
December 12, 2023 Update: It is important to mention that the study did not specify which type of Covid-19 vaccine participants received, which limits its findings. In India, the predominant vaccines are Bharat Biotech’s inactivated and AstraZeneca’s DNA vaccines, with Moderna’s mRNA vaccine also approved. Notably, AstraZeneca's vaccines have been linked to higher risks of blood clots compared to mRNA alternatives.
If the Covid-19 vaccines were indeed linked to increased risks of sudden death, one would expect to see more evidence of this in India.
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Chapter 2: Understanding Binge Drinking and Risk Factors
The first video titled "Why Are People Suddenly Dropping Dead? | CBN NewsWatch - July 6, 2023" explores the alarming trend of unexplained sudden deaths.
The second video, "VAERS mRNA Death Curve Explained Clearly," provides insights into vaccine-related concerns and data interpretations.