prepareforchange--2020-04-30--Cardiologists Conclude More Austrians Died From Untreated Heart Attacks Than From Covid-19

The main finding of our retrospective observational study is an unexpected major decline in hospital admissions and thus treatment for all subtypes of ACS with the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak in Austria and subsequent large-scale public health measures such as social distancing , self-isolation , and quarantining .
Several factors might explain this important observation .
The rigorous public health measures , which are undoubtedly critical for controlling the COVID-19 pandemic , may unintentionally affect established integrated care systems .
Amongst others , patient-related factors could mean that infarct-related symptoms such as chest discomfort and dyspnoea could be misinterpreted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infection .
Irrespective of the causes , the lower rate of admitted and therefore treated patients with ACS is worrisome and we are concerned that this might be accompanied by a substantial increase in early and late infarct-related morbidity and mortality .
Our study does not provide data on mortality ; however , considering the annual incidence of ACS in Austria ( 200/100 000/year = 17 600/year in 8.8 million habitants ) 1 and taking into consideration sudden cardiac deaths and silent infarctions ( one-third ) , there will remain ∼1000 ACS cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assumed number of ACS patients and the observed number in our study , i.e .
725 ACS patients in calendar weeks 10–13 is 275 .
According to these assumptions , 275 patients were not treated in March 2020 .
Based on data showing that the cardiovascular mortality of untreated ACS patients might be as high as 40 % ( as it was in the 1950s ) ,2 we can theoretically estimate 110 ACS deaths during this time frame .
The number of deaths associated with this unintentional undersupply of guideline-directed ACS management is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the official number of COVID-related deaths in Austria was 86 on 29 March .
In conclusion , it seems likely that the COVID-19 outbreak is associated with a significantly lower rate of hospital admissions and thus , albeit unintended , treatment of ACS patients , which is most likely explained by several patient- and system-related factors .
Every effort should be undertaken by the cardiology community to minimize the possible cardiac collateral damage caused by COVID-19 .
1 Widimsky P , Wijns W , Fajadet J , de Belder M , Knot J @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Baz JA , Betriu A , Claeys M , Danchin N , Djambazov S , Erne P , Hartikainen J , Huber K , Kala P , Klinceva M , Kristensen SD , Ludman P , Ferre JM , Merkely B , Milicic D , Morais J , Noc M , Opolski G , Ostojic M , Radovanovic D , De Servi S , Stenestrand U , Studencan M , Tubaro M , Vasiljevic Z , Weidinger F , Witkowski A , Zeymer U ; European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions .
Reperfusion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Europe : description of the current situation in 30 coutries .
Eur Heart J 2010 ; 31:943–957 .

The main finding of our retrospective observational study is an unexpected major decline in hospital admissions and thus treatment for all subtypes of ACS with the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak in Austria and subsequent large-scale public health measures such as social distancing, self-isolation, and quarantining.
Several factors might explain this important observation. The rigorous public health measures, which are undoubtedly critical for controlling the COVID-19 pandemic, may unintentionally affect established integrated care systems. Amongst others, patient-related factors could mean that infarct-related symptoms such as chest discomfort and dyspnoea could be misinterpreted as being related to an acute respiratory infection.
Moreover,
the strict instructions to stay at home as well as the fear of infection in a medical facility may have further prevented patients with an ACS from going to a hospital.
Irrespective of the causes, the lower rate of admitted and therefore treated patients with ACS is worrisome and we are concerned that this might be accompanied by a substantial increase in early and late infarct-related morbidity and mortality.
Our study does not provide data on mortality; however, considering the annual incidence of ACS in Austria (200/100 000/year = 17 600/year in 8.8 million habitants)1 and taking into consideration sudden cardiac deaths and silent infarctions (one-third), there will remain ∼1000 ACS cases a month. The difference between the assumed number of ACS patients and the observed number in our study, i.e. 725 ACS patients in calendar weeks 10–13 is 275. According to these assumptions, 275 patients were not treated in March 2020.
Based on data showing that the cardiovascular mortality of untreated ACS patients might be as high as 40% (as it was in the 1950s),2 we can theoretically estimate 110 ACS deaths during this time frame. The number of deaths associated with this unintentional undersupply of guideline-directed ACS management is very alarming, particularly when considering that the official number of COVID-related deaths in Austria was 86 on 29 March.
In conclusion, it seems likely that the COVID-19 outbreak is associated with a significantly lower rate of hospital admissions and thus, albeit unintended, treatment of ACS patients, which is most likely explained by several patient- and system-related factors. Every effort should be undertaken by the cardiology community to minimize the possible cardiac collateral damage caused by COVID-19.
References
1 Widimsky P, Wijns W, Fajadet J, de Belder M, Knot J, Aaberge L, Andrikopoulos G, Baz JA, Betriu A, Claeys M, Danchin N, Djambazov S, Erne P, Hartikainen J, Huber K, Kala P, Klinceva M, Kristensen SD, Ludman P, Ferre JM, Merkely B, Milicic D, Morais J, Noc M, Opolski G, Ostojic M, Radovanovic D, De Servi S, Stenestrand U, Studencan M, Tubaro M, Vasiljevic Z, Weidinger F, Witkowski A, Zeymer U; European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions. Reperfusion therapy for ST elevation acute myocardial infarction in Europe: description of the current situation in 30 coutries. Eur Heart J 2010;31:943–957.
2 Luscher T, Obeid S.
From Eisenhower’s heart attack to modern management: a true success story!
Eur Heart J 2017;38:3066–3069.


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prepareforchange--2020-05-01--12 Medicinal Plants to Grow At Your Home for Treating Common Ailments

Mother Nature helped humanity survive throughout the ages .
Medicinal plants are one of those countless gifts nature has given us .
Since prehistoric times , traditional medicine practices trusted and tried these wonder herbs .
Plants comprise hundreds of potential phytochemicals and phytonutrients are beneficial for your health .
Humankind has treated common ailments using medicinal plants for thousands of years .
You might have seen grandma ’ s kitchen and garden filled with herbs .
It is possible that whenever you felt under-weather , she might have brewed a concoction to help with it .
If you want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ here are 12 Medicinal plants to grow at your home for treating common ailments .
Aloe vera ( Aloe barbadensis miller ) , the succulent plant species is an evergreen perennial , which originates from the Arabian Peninsula .
Aloe in Arabic means “ shining bitter substance , ” and vera in Latin means “ true.
” Greek scientists called aloe as “ universal panacea , ” and Egyptians named it “ the plant of immortality.
” Growing Aloe vera is super easy .
Just plant the cuttings in dry soil in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ soil has good drainage after all the plant grows in dry conditions very well .
The plant is from a family of cacti ; it won ’ t stand healthy in too much water .
• None Consuming aloe gel helps in alleviating common digestive disorders like acid reflux and heartburns .
• None found Aloe vera extract is an excellent remedy for fighting plaque and gum problems .
• None Using the extract as an alternative to chemical-based mouthwash is safe and effective .
• None Rubbing gel on the skin helps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of sun damage .
Lavender ( Lavandula angustifolia ) is a flowering plant species native to the Old World .
Lavandula derived from Latin word ‘ livere ’ literally means “ blueish.
” We well know this medicinal plant for its beauty , color , and , most importantly , fragrance .
Depending on the region where you live , choose the variety of the plant best suited for your home .
Lavender needs a warm and sunny atmosphere to flourish .
Plant the root-ball in large containers with a mix of lean @ @ @ @ @ @ @ compost .
The soil should not be too wet , make sure there are ample of drainages .
• None Lavender is usually used in aromatherapy .
Merely sniffing the flowers could provide relaxing effects .
This medicinal plant has analgesic , anti-anxiety , antibacterial , antifungal , antioxidant , neurologic , and sedative effects .
• None Regularly Drinking lavender tea might lower the symptoms of anxiety in some people .
• None The fragrance of the lavender essential oil promotes wellness and calmness by reducing stress and depression .
• None @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like lavender with rose and sage reduced the painful menstrual cramps .
• None Since ancient times , lavender has been part of therapy in treating insomnia .
Basil ( Ocimum basilicum ) , also known as great basil or holy basil , is a culinary herb native to India and tropical regions from Southeast Asia to Central Africa .
Due to vast cultivars of the species and immense popularity of Basil – many varieties are grown everywhere on the planet .
Basil derived from Medieval Latin , a form of the Greek @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Basil plants thrive in sunlight and warm weather .
The best way to place pot is in a sun-facing windowsill .
Sow seeds into moist and well-drained soil with neutral pH .
The plant is super sensitive to cold weather – So you can save seeds for next season or keep the plant pot in controlled temperature .
• None Basil being a culinary herb , mostly part of cuisines , so direct consumption of leaves is safe .
The leaves have antibacterial , antimicrobial , antioxidant , antiviral , antiproliferative activity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Basil is very popular in holistic medicines , Ayurvedic medicines , and traditional Chinese medicines .
It is beneficial in fighting against common ailments like fever , nausea , and colds .
• None states basil can protect skin from the effects of aging .
• None Basil can act as an alternative to antibiotics for infectious diseases .
• None Chewing leaves inhibits the bacteria growth in the mouth , preventing tooth decay .
Chamomile ( Matricaria chamomilla ) is from a daisy family , an annual plant known for popular herbal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ southern and eastern Europe , today , chamomile grows in every continent .
The word chamomile means “ earth-apple ” derived from Greek roots .
Growing chamomile is easy to grow ; they require little care or attention like other plants .
Just sowing seeds into moist soil is enough .
They happily grow in any weather and soil type .
The only caution is too much soggy soil will lead to rot – having proper drainages is essential .
• None The potency of this medicinal plant lies in herbal infusion–tea .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ antihyperlipidemic , anti-inflammatory , antioxidant , and sedative effects .
• None Since ancient times chamomile is part of gynecological treatments to relieve menstrual cramps and premenstrual syndrome effects – hence the name • None The sedative properties help to sleep by lowering anxiety .
Feverfew ( Tanacetum parthenium ) , also known as bachelor buttons , is a traditional medicinal herb from the daisy family .
The feverfew bush is specifically native to Balkans , Anatolia , the Caucasus , and Eurasia .
The word feverfew originates from Latin ‘ febrifugia ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plants could not tolerate dry conditions .
The soil should be loamy or sandy , with a pH of 6.0 to 6.7 .
Plant the seeds where there is ample sunlight available with some shade .
You should get the containers with drainage that will help to keep the soil moist and not too watery .
• None The leaves are commercially used in the making of medicines and have antipyretic , anti-inflammatory , cardiotonic , antispasmodic , emmenagogue , and anticancer properties .
• None Many cultures used feverfew for centuries to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ None Because of its inflammatory properties , feverfew also known as “ medieval aspirin ” and used as painkillers .
• None have shown feverfew is effective in treating rosacea .
• None Greeks have been using the feverfew extract to treat arthritis .
Mint ( Mentha longifolia ) has around 16-24 species available worldwide .
The most popular and commercial species are hybrids – peppermint ( Mentha piperita ) and spearmint ( Mentha spicata ) .
The word Mentha descends from Greek mythological being ‘ Minthe ’ –a nymph that transformed into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grow any conditions and easily thrives indoors or in a potted environment .
Mint doesn ’ t need much sunshine and prefers moist and cool places to grow .
Depending on the area you live in , there might be different species available .
• None is popular as a culinary herb and popular folk medicine .
The essential oils and extract of mint species have antimicrobial , antiviral , fungicidal , antioxidant , and insecticidal properties .
• None In early ages , the mint was used to treat gastrointestinal disorders such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ etc .
• None states that the mint family provides a range of phytochemicals that have anti-allergenic activity .
• None Since the middle ages , traditional folks used mint leaves in dental care as mouthwashes , teeth whitener , and mouth freshener .
Cannabis ( Cannabis sativa ) is a popular herb indigenous to eastern Asia ; today is widely cultivated throughout the world .
The recorded history has shown the use of cannabis for industrial fiber , seed oil , recreation , medicine , and spiritual purposes .
The use of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Indian subcontinent .
The word cannabis has a long history and originally derives from Scythian or Thracian word into “ Kanab , ” a Persian word .
Greeks derived into “ kannabis ” and led to Latin as cannabis .
Conventionally cannabis plants are grown in soil or as hydroponics .
The soil should be natural , earthy loam , while hydroponic growth depends on various factors like water temperatures , nutrient levels , and pH .
• None Cannabidiol ( CBD ) is the chemical component of cannabis that has medicinal and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ psychoactive compounds .
CBD has analgesic , antibacterial , anti-inflammatory , anti-anxiety , anti-seizure , and Neuroprotective properties .
• None can calm and lower the symptoms of anxiety .
• None A wide range of studies is going to use cannabis in chronic pain management .
• None found the application of CBD topically can effectively reduce acne and improve the overall health of the skin .
• None Due to its sedative properties – cannabis can alleviate symptoms of insomnia by inducing sleep .
Rosemary ( Salvia rosmarinus ) is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customs as part of cuisine and traditions for centuries .
This herb bores pink , white , purple , and blue shades of flowers distinct to specific cultivars .
Rosemary belongs to the mint family and is native to the Mediterranean region .
The name rosemary derives from Latin ‘ ros marinus , ’ which means “ dew of the sea ” and Greeks call it ‘ anthos ’ meaning “ flower.
” Growing rosemary from seeds is difficult and has a success rate of 50 % .
Propagation is easiest from young @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sunny conditions and needs warm weather to flourish .
• None The phytocompounds present in rosemary have anti-inflammatory , antioxidant , antiproliferative , antimicrobial , and antitumor activities .
• None Regular consumption of rosemary helps to boost the immune system and enhances blood circulation .
• None According to a study , the aroma of rosemary can improve memory , concentration , speed , accuracy , and performance .
• None The topical application of rosemary essential oil can help with hair growth .
• None The aromatic characteristics can help improve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) is a popular flowering plant native to the central and eastern Mediterranean region and now has been neutralized worldwide .
The world grows parsley as a vegetable rather than a medicinal herb .
The word parsley derived from Greek ‘ petroselinon , ’ meaning “ rock celery.
” You can get a parsley plant from the nursery .
Sowing seeds is a better option as you will get more plants .
For full growth , place the pot in full sun with some shade .
Parsley can withstand cold conditions depending upon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plant ; it is essential that most of the time , the soil is moist .
• None Parsley is known as the world ’ s healthiest food ; the phytochemicals are rich in antioxidants , antimicrobial , diuretic , and immunosuppressive effects .
• None Regular consumption of parsley helps to boost gut health and supports good digestive health .
• None Studies have shown the nutrients found in Parsley protects the eye and promotes healthy vision .
Echinacea ( Echinacea purpurea ) , commonly known as coneflower , are flowering plants @ @ @ @ @ @ @ only native to eastern and central North America but now cultivated in gardens in many parts of the world .
The word Echinacea derives from the Greek word ‘ ekhinos , ’ which means “ sea urchin.
” Coneflowers were widely used as folk medicine by North American Native tribes , which later became famous in Europe .
You can easily grow coneflowers from seeds , but it takes time to get a full-fledged plant .
Many prefer to get transplants – as they are easy to maintain and don ’ t need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ needs a minimum of four hours of sunlight and thrives in the shade .
• None Echinacea is rich with immunostimulatory and anti-inflammatory properties .
Other biological effects include anti-anxiety , antidepressant , antioxidant , antibacterial , antiviral , and larvicidal .
• None For centuries , Echinacea was treated to alleviate common cold symptoms .
• None have found that Echinacea is effective as an anti-anxiety supplement .
Sage ( Salvia officinalis ) is an evergreen subshrub that belongs to the mint family and is native to the Mediterranean region .
Sage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of its use in the culinary and medicinal world .
The word sage comes from Salvia–in Latin ‘ salvus , ’ which means “ healthy.
” Sage will grow anywhere , as it is a much more tolerant plant .
Yet the most flavorful leaves grow in plenty of sunlight .
The soil should be loamy , sandy , and well-drained .
This shrub can thrive in dry weather but remains fresh and perky in moist soil .
• None Sage has got a lot of attention for its potent properties , such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ antibacterial , and antiviral .
Today many studies have shown that sage can fight depression , dementia , diabetes , etc .
• None Consumption of sage has shown to empower brain functions .
• None One study states that sage may ease Menopause symptoms .
• None Brewing and drinking fresh leaves as tea–fortifies the immune system .
Thyme ( Thymus vulgaris ) –the genus thymus contains 350 species of aromatic herbs that belong to the mint family .
Thyme is native to temperate zones of Mediterranean , Europe , Africa , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ herb .
The word thyme originates from the word ‘ thumus ’ meaning “ courage , ” the story follows in Medieval times the knights wore thyme sprigs on armor to battle as a sign of courage .
It is difficult to grow thyme from seeds , and the best way is to buy plants or propagate from cuttings .
Since it is a temperate herb , thyme thrives in warm and sunny weather .
The soil should be well-drained .
• None In folk medicines , thyme has antioxidant , antimicrobial , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , antispasmodic , and diuretic properties .
• None Thyme is particularly used to treat cough and cold .
• None Essential oil made from thyme can treat common skin conditions like eczema and acne .
• None It can treat respiratory problems using fresh leaves in tea .
Medicinal herbs – They exist for thousands of years and are part of medicines , cuisine , and culinary in almost every corner of the world .
One must not undermine its health benefits .
Next time when you are looking to heal pesky @ @ @ @ @ @ @ garden filled with medicinal wonders and miracles !
Disclaimer : We at Prepare for Change ( PFC ) bring you information that is not offered by the mainstream news , and therefore may seem controversial .
The opinions , views , statements , and/or information we present are not necessarily promoted , endorsed , espoused , or agreed to by Prepare for Change , its leadership Council , members , those who work with PFC , or those who read its content .
However , they are hopefully provocative .
Please use discernment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intuition and your own connection with Source , Spirit and Natural Laws to help you determine what is true and what is not .
By sharing information and seeding dialogue , it is our goal to raise consciousness and awareness of higher truths to free us from enslavement of the matrix in this material realm .

By Guest Writer Kathy Miller,
Mother Nature helped humanity survive throughout the ages. Medicinal plants are one of those countless gifts nature has given us. Since prehistoric times, traditional medicine practices trusted and tried these wonder herbs. Plants comprise hundreds of potential phytochemicals and phytonutrients are beneficial for your health.
Humankind has treated common ailments using medicinal plants for thousands of years. You might have seen grandma’s kitchen and garden filled with herbs. It is possible that whenever you felt under-weather, she might have brewed a concoction to help with it. If you want to try growing these medicinal plants – here are 12 Medicinal plants to grow at your home for treating common ailments.
1) Aloe Vera
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis miller), the succulent plant species is an evergreen perennial, which originates from the Arabian Peninsula. Aloe in Arabic means “shining bitter substance,” and vera in Latin means “true.” Greek scientists called aloe as “universal panacea,” and Egyptians named it “the plant of immortality.”
Growing Aloe vera is super easy. Just plant the cuttings in dry soil in a pot or garden. Make sure the soil has good drainage after all the plant grows in dry conditions very well. The plant is from a family of cacti; it won’t stand healthy in too much water.
Health Benefits –
Aloe has excellent healing, immune-stimulating, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, laxative, and anti-aging properties.
Consuming aloe gel helps in alleviating common digestive disorders like acid reflux and heartburns.
One study found Aloe vera extract is an excellent remedy for fighting plaque and gum problems.
Using the extract as an alternative to chemical-based mouthwash is safe and effective.
Rubbing gel on the skin helps to heal wounds and relieves the effects of sun damage.
2) Lavender
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a flowering plant species native to the Old World. Lavandula derived from Latin word ‘livere’ literally means “blueish.” We well know this medicinal plant for its beauty, color, and, most importantly, fragrance.
Depending on the region where you live, choose the variety of the plant best suited for your home. Lavender needs a warm and sunny atmosphere to flourish. Plant the root-ball in large containers with a mix of lean soil, sand, perlite, and compost. The soil should not be too wet, make sure there are ample of drainages.
Health benefits –
Lavender is usually used in aromatherapy. Merely sniffing the flowers could provide relaxing effects. This medicinal plant has analgesic, anti-anxiety, antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, neurologic, and sedative effects.
Regularly Drinking lavender tea might lower the symptoms of anxiety in some people.
The fragrance of the lavender essential oil promotes wellness and calmness by reducing stress and depression.
One study states applying a combination of essential oils like lavender with rose and sage reduced the painful menstrual cramps.
Since ancient times, lavender has been part of therapy in treating insomnia.
3) Basil
Basil (Ocimum basilicum), also known as great basil or holy basil, is a culinary herb native to India and tropical regions from Southeast Asia to Central Africa. Due to vast cultivars of the species and immense popularity of Basil – many varieties are grown everywhere on the planet. Basil derived from Medieval Latin, a form of the Greek word “King” or “Kingly.”
Basil plants thrive in sunlight and warm weather. The best way to place pot is in a sun-facing windowsill. Sow seeds into moist and well-drained soil with neutral pH. The plant is super sensitive to cold weather – So you can save seeds for next season or keep the plant pot in controlled temperature.
Health benefits –
Basil being a culinary herb, mostly part of cuisines, so direct consumption of leaves is safe. The leaves have antibacterial, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiviral, antiproliferative activity, and dermatologic effects.
Basil is very popular in holistic medicines, Ayurvedic medicines, and traditional Chinese medicines. It is beneficial in fighting against common ailments like fever, nausea, and colds.
Study states basil can protect skin from the effects of aging.
Basil can act as an alternative to antibiotics for infectious diseases.
Chewing leaves inhibits the bacteria growth in the mouth, preventing tooth decay.
4) Chamomile
Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is from a daisy family, an annual plant known for popular herbal infusions in traditional medicine. Native to southern and eastern Europe, today, chamomile grows in every continent. The word chamomile means “earth-apple” derived from Greek roots.
Growing chamomile is easy to grow; they require little care or attention like other plants. Just sowing seeds into moist soil is enough. They happily grow in any weather and soil type. The only caution is too much soggy soil will lead to rot – having proper drainages is essential.
Health benefits –
The potency of this medicinal plant lies in herbal infusion–tea. Chamomile tea has allergenic, anticoagulant, antihyperlipidemic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and sedative effects.
Since ancient times chamomile is part of gynecological treatments to relieve menstrual cramps and premenstrual syndrome effects – hence the name Matricaria , meaning womb in Latin.
Drinking chamomile tea helps to reduce inflammation.
The sedative properties help to sleep by lowering anxiety.
Inhaling steam of chamomile extract helps with clearing cold symptoms.
5) Feverfew
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium), also known as bachelor buttons, is a traditional medicinal herb from the daisy family. The feverfew bush is specifically native to Balkans, Anatolia, the Caucasus, and Eurasia. The word feverfew originates from Latin ‘febrifugia’, meaning “fever reducer.”
Feverfew plants could not tolerate dry conditions. The soil should be loamy or sandy, with a pH of 6.0 to 6.7. Plant the seeds where there is ample sunlight available with some shade. You should get the containers with drainage that will help to keep the soil moist and not too watery.
Health benefits –
The leaves are commercially used in the making of medicines and have antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, cardiotonic, antispasmodic, emmenagogue, and anticancer properties.
Many cultures used feverfew for centuries to treat and prevent migraines successfully.
Because of its inflammatory properties, feverfew also known as “medieval aspirin” and used as painkillers.
Some studies have shown feverfew is effective in treating rosacea.
Greeks have been using the feverfew extract to treat arthritis.
6) Mint
Mint (Mentha longifolia) has around 16-24 species available worldwide. The most popular and commercial species are hybrids – peppermint (Mentha piperita) and spearmint (Mentha spicata). The word Mentha descends from Greek mythological being ‘Minthe’–a nymph that transformed into a mint plant.
This herb could grow any conditions and easily thrives indoors or in a potted environment. Mint doesn’t need much sunshine and prefers moist and cool places to grow. Depending on the area you live in, there might be different species available.
Health benefits –
Mint is popular as a culinary herb and popular folk medicine. The essential oils and extract of mint species have antimicrobial, antiviral, fungicidal, antioxidant, and insecticidal properties.
In early ages, the mint was used to treat gastrointestinal disorders such as stomachache, indigestion, flatulence, etc.
One review states that the mint family provides a range of phytochemicals that have anti-allergenic activity.
Menthol, a chemical compound found in mint–soothes common cold symptoms.
Since the middle ages, traditional folks used mint leaves in dental care as mouthwashes, teeth whitener, and mouth freshener.
7) Cannabis
Cannabis (Cannabis sativa) is a popular herb indigenous to eastern Asia; today is widely cultivated throughout the world. The recorded history has shown the use of cannabis for industrial fiber, seed oil, recreation, medicine, and spiritual purposes. The use of cannabis dates back to 2000-1400BC in the Indian subcontinent. The word cannabis has a long history and originally derives from Scythian or Thracian word into “Kanab,” a Persian word. Greeks derived into “kannabis” and led to Latin as cannabis.
Conventionally cannabis plants are grown in soil or as hydroponics. The soil should be natural, earthy loam, while hydroponic growth depends on various factors like water temperatures, nutrient levels, and pH.
Health benefits –
Cannabidiol (CBD) is the chemical component of cannabis that has medicinal and recreational uses as they do not contain psychoactive compounds. CBD has analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, anti-seizure, and Neuroprotective properties.
Procuring high quality cheap seeds easily available in 2020 can calm and lower the symptoms of anxiety.
A wide range of studies is going to use cannabis in chronic pain management.
One study found the application of CBD topically can effectively reduce acne and improve the overall health of the skin.
Due to its sedative properties – cannabis can alleviate symptoms of insomnia by inducing sleep.
8) Rosemary
Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) is a perennial evergreen herb used in various folk customs as part of cuisine and traditions for centuries. This herb bores pink, white, purple, and blue shades of flowers distinct to specific cultivars. Rosemary belongs to the mint family and is native to the Mediterranean region. The name rosemary derives from Latin ‘ros marinus,’ which means “dew of the sea” and Greeks call it ‘anthos’ meaning “flower.”
Growing rosemary from seeds is difficult and has a success rate of 50%. Propagation is easiest from young stem cuttings. The plant thrives in sunny conditions and needs warm weather to flourish.
Health benefits –
The phytocompounds present in rosemary have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiproliferative, antimicrobial, and antitumor activities.
Regular consumption of rosemary helps to boost the immune system and enhances blood circulation.
According to a study, the aroma of rosemary can improve memory, concentration, speed, accuracy, and performance.
The topical application of rosemary essential oil can help with hair growth.
The aromatic characteristics can help improve mouth breath.
9) Parsley
Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is a popular flowering plant native to the central and eastern Mediterranean region and now has been neutralized worldwide. The world grows parsley as a vegetable rather than a medicinal herb. The word parsley derived from Greek ‘petroselinon,’ meaning “rock celery.”
You can get a parsley plant from the nursery. Sowing seeds is a better option as you will get more plants. For full growth, place the pot in full sun with some shade. Parsley can withstand cold conditions depending upon cultivars. Dry soil will kill the plant; it is essential that most of the time, the soil is moist.
Health benefits –
Parsley is known as the world’s healthiest food; the phytochemicals are rich in antioxidants, antimicrobial, diuretic, and immunosuppressive effects.
Improves and supports bone health by mineralizing bone density.
Parsley juice has laxative effects, relieving constipation.
Regular consumption of parsley helps to boost gut health and supports good digestive health.
Studies have shown the nutrients found in Parsley protects the eye and promotes healthy vision.
10) Echinacea
Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea), commonly known as coneflower, are flowering plants from the daisy family. They are only native to eastern and central North America but now cultivated in gardens in many parts of the world. The word Echinacea derives from the Greek word ‘ekhinos,’ which means “sea urchin.” Coneflowers were widely used as folk medicine by North American Native tribes, which later became famous in Europe.
You can easily grow coneflowers from seeds, but it takes time to get a full-fledged plant. Many prefer to get transplants – as they are easy to maintain and don’t need much time to grow. This plant needs a minimum of four hours of sunlight and thrives in the shade.
Health benefits –
Echinacea is rich with immunostimulatory and anti-inflammatory properties. Other biological effects include anti-anxiety, antidepressant, antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, and larvicidal.
For centuries, Echinacea was treated to alleviate common cold symptoms.
Studies have found that Echinacea is effective as an anti-anxiety supplement.
Drinking Echinacea tea can lower blood pressure.
Regular consumption can promote a robust immune system.
11) Sage
Sage (Salvia officinalis) is an evergreen subshrub that belongs to the mint family and is native to the Mediterranean region. Sage has been popular with a long history of its use in the culinary and medicinal world. The word sage comes from Salvia–in Latin ‘salvus,’ which means “healthy.”
Sage will grow anywhere, as it is a much more tolerant plant. Yet the most flavorful leaves grow in plenty of sunlight. The soil should be loamy, sandy, and well-drained. This shrub can thrive in dry weather but remains fresh and perky in moist soil.
Health benefits –
Sage has got a lot of attention for its potent properties, such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, analgesic, antibacterial, and antiviral. Today many studies have shown that sage can fight depression, dementia, diabetes, etc.
Consumption of sage has shown to empower brain functions.
One study states that sage may ease Menopause symptoms.
Topical application sage essential oil can improve skin health.
Brewing and drinking fresh leaves as tea–fortifies the immune system.
12) Thyme
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)–the genus thymus contains 350 species of aromatic herbs that belong to the mint family. Thyme is native to temperate zones of Mediterranean, Europe, Africa, and Asia and is a prevalent culinary herb. The word thyme originates from the word ‘thumus’ meaning “courage,” the story follows in Medieval times the knights wore thyme sprigs on armor to battle as a sign of courage.
It is difficult to grow thyme from seeds, and the best way is to buy plants or propagate from cuttings. Since it is a temperate herb, thyme thrives in warm and sunny weather. The soil should be well-drained.
Health benefits –
In folk medicines, thyme has antioxidant, antimicrobial, antiseptic, expectorant, antitussive, antibroncholitic, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties.
Thyme is particularly used to treat cough and cold.
Essential oil made from thyme can treat common skin conditions like eczema and acne.
It can treat respiratory problems using fresh leaves in tea.
One study found thyme essential oil can fight fungal infection.
Medicinal herbs – They exist for thousands of years and are part of medicines, cuisine, and culinary in almost every corner of the world. One must not undermine its health benefits. Next time when you are looking to heal pesky health issues, turn towards your home-grown garden filled with medicinal wonders and miracles!
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prepareforchange--2020-05-01--Big Tech Consolidating Power And Profits As Small Firms Deemed ‘Unessential’ Are Shut Down

Big Tech giants like Amazon , Facebook and Google are seizing unprecedented power and consolidating profits during the coronavirus crisis while less politically connected small businesses deemed “ unessential ” are being forcibly shut down .
The Jeff Bezos-owned Washington Post on Monday detailed the disturbing power shift in as muted a way as possible in an article titled , “ Tech giants are profiting — and getting more powerful — even as the global economy tanks.
” Tech titans spent much of the last year playing defense , fending off dozens of federal and state antitrust investigations and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the global coronavirus pandemic is prompting a dramatic reversal of fortune for the tech giants .
Amazon and Facebook are capitalizing on the fact that they are viewed as essential services for a public in lockdown , while Google and Apple are tracing the course of potential new covid-19 infections .
No doubt we ’ ll find out in the coming months or years after the pandemic is over that these surveillance tools are being used to spy on Americans .
The pace of the probes against these companies has slowed as regulators @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home .
Emboldened tech lobbyists are fighting to delay the enforcement of a new privacy law this summer in California , saying they can ’ t comply by the July deadline due to the upheaval .
And while the global economy faces potential unemployment and contraction not seen since the Great Depression , the tech giants — and a handful of medium-size tech firms — are already benefiting from new consumer habits initiated during the lockdowns that analysts believe will turn into longer-term shifts in how people shop , work and entertain themselves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recent weeks , but share prices of Amazon and Microsoft hit at or near records .
Facebook is moving to acquire high-skilled talent , announcing the hiring of 10,000 new workers this year .
The tech giants ’ deep pockets will enable them to withstand the coming global economic recession , a stark contrast to what industry insiders and analysts expect to be the biggest shake up of the tech landscape in years .
As many start-ups collapse , tech giants will expand on the power they ’ ve accumulated using the playbook @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talent , buying or copying rivals , and eroding traditional industries .
Some of those weakened companies may disappear altogether and cede even more territory to tech .
[ … ] Meanwhile , over 250 start-ups have already shed more than 30,000 jobs since March 11 , according to Layoff.fyi , which tracks Silicon Valley layoffs and furloughs .
A recent survey of 400 investors and founders by the venture capital firm NFX found that more than half of start-ups said they had initiated a hiring freeze or had lowered their value in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Start-ups that have raised hundreds of millions of dollars , such as the scooter company Bird , have laid off large portions of their workforce .
The company made the tough decision to lay people off — over a minutes-long Zoom call — to keep the company afloat through 2021 , according to a company memo reviewed by The Post .
[ … ] Big Tech ’ s ability to continue hiring and sustaining themselves through crises will not only give the companies an advantage in Silicon Valley , but in the economy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ industries expected to suffer — brick-and-mortar retail , food service , and media and entertainment — are the same industries that have been gradually gutted by technology since the last recession .
Macy ’ s , which competes with Amazon , said it was furloughing most of its 125,000 employees last month .
Conde Nast Publications , which competes for ad dollars with Facebook and Google , is planning major layoffs .
While analysts expect hits in revenue to both Google and Facebook for the first time , smaller ad platforms , publishers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worse , analysts say .
Smaller digital advertising firms , long struggling against the giants , have begun to announce waves of layoffs .
[ … ] Analysts and investors expect that consumption patterns and habits will continue to change , potentially for the long term .
That could also result in a new order among the start-ups that emerge or survive the crisis , said Roelof Botha , a partner at the Silicon Valley venture capital firm Sequoia Capital .
He said he was already beginning to look for a new class @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to garbage picking to data infrastructure needed to support remote work .
“ This is a shock to the system , and sometimes out of that shock emerges a new order , ” Botha said .
“ Like the killing off of the dinosaurs , this reorders who gets to survive in the new era .
It is the shock that accelerates the future that Silicon Valley has been building.
” The future Silicon Valley has been building is an Orwellian dystopia where you can lose your bank account and ability to buy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beliefs .
It shouldn ’ t come as a surprise that the Post left out of their report the fact that Big Tech has been ramping up their Orwellian censorship to a ten .
Just last week , dozens of media outlets picked up a report from the self-described “ intelligence ” company Graphika which whined about so-called “ right-wing media disinformation ” related to the coronavirus , pushed for more censorship and praised Twitter for banning Zero Hedge .
Their report complained about right-wing media dominating coverage of the coronavirus in early @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drowned out by legacy media outlets ) but failed to point out how the legacy media ignored the story or insisted it was “ just the flu ” and complained the real threat from the virus was a potential epidemic of “ xenophobia ” and “ anti-Chinese racism .
Graphika has been working with shills like the Atlantic Council ’ s Ben Nimmo and pushing a neocon agenda supporting regime change efforts in Russia , China and Iran while releasing papers manufacturing the case for mass censorship here in America .
NSA whistleblower @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Glenn Greenwald recently this crisis has been exploited the same as 9/11 with the media inducing a panic to justify our civil liberties being stripped away .
“ That moment of intense , instantly transmissible fear is what happened to us in 9/11 , ” Snowden said .
“ It ’ s what happens to us in the lead up to every war .
It ’ s what happens to us , whenever the government is trying to start a campaign to gather new authorities , they say , you know , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ roving gangs , we ’ re going to protect the children , we ’ re gon na do whatever we can .
And that moment , that window of vulnerability , where rationality goes out of the window , goes out of the room , we are all susceptible to it .
And that is what we are seeing now.
” Combine this with the $ 6 trillion coronavirus bailout rammed through congress that Rep. Thomas Massie predicted would be the “ largest wealth transfer from taxpayers to the super rich [ in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recipe for unprecedented wealth concentration at a time of mass unemployment .
We ’ re entering what may be the greatest revolutionary moment in a century and millions of Americans are sitting at home for the first time in their lives with nothing to distract them and studying how Americans have been railroaded and robbed of their futures by our criminal ruling class .
Disclaimer : We at Prepare for Change ( PFC ) bring you information that is not offered by the mainstream news , and therefore may seem controversial .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ information we present are not necessarily promoted , endorsed , espoused , or agreed to by Prepare for Change , its leadership Council , members , those who work with PFC , or those who read its content .
However , they are hopefully provocative .
Please use discernment !
Use logical thinking , your own intuition and your own connection with Source , Spirit and Natural Laws to help you determine what is true and what is not .
By sharing information and seeding dialogue , it is our goal to raise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ free us from enslavement of the matrix in this material realm .

By Chris Menahan,
Big Tech giants like Amazon, Facebook and Google are seizing unprecedented power and consolidating profits during the coronavirus crisis while less politically connected small businesses deemed “unessential” are being forcibly shut down.
The Jeff Bezos-owned Washington Post on Monday detailed the disturbing power shift in as muted a way as possible in an article titled, “Tech giants are profiting — and getting more powerful — even as the global economy tanks.”
From The Washington Post:
Tech titans spent much of the last year playing defense, fending off dozens of federal and state antitrust investigations and a public wary of their power. But the global coronavirus pandemic is prompting a dramatic reversal of fortune for the tech giants. Amazon and Facebook are capitalizing on the fact that they are viewed as essential services for a public in lockdown, while Google and Apple are tracing the course of potential new covid-19 infections.
No doubt we’ll find out in the coming months or years after the pandemic is over that these surveillance tools are being used to spy on Americans.
The pace of the probes against these companies has slowed as regulators and lawyers are forced to work from home. Emboldened tech lobbyists are fighting to delay the enforcement of a new privacy law this summer in California, saying they can’t comply by the July deadline due to the upheaval. And while the global economy faces potential unemployment and contraction not seen since the Great Depression, the tech giants — and a handful of medium-size tech firms — are already benefiting from new consumer habits initiated during the lockdowns that analysts believe will turn into longer-term shifts in how people shop, work and entertain themselves. The broader stock markets tanked in recent weeks, but share prices of Amazon and Microsoft hit at or near records. Facebook is moving to acquire high-skilled talent, announcing the hiring of 10,000 new workers this year. The tech giants’ deep pockets will enable them to withstand the coming global economic recession, a stark contrast to what industry insiders and analysts expect to be the biggest shake up of the tech landscape in years. As many start-ups collapse, tech giants will expand on the power they’ve accumulated using the playbook of the last decade: snapping up talent, buying or copying rivals, and eroding traditional industries. Some of those weakened companies may disappear altogether and cede even more territory to tech. […] Meanwhile, over 250 start-ups have already shed more than 30,000 jobs since March 11, according to Layoff.fyi, which tracks Silicon Valley layoffs and furloughs. A recent survey of 400 investors and founders by the venture capital firm NFX found that more than half of start-ups said they had initiated a hiring freeze or had lowered their value in the hopes of attracting new investment. Start-ups that have raised hundreds of millions of dollars, such as the scooter company Bird, have laid off large portions of their workforce. The company made the tough decision to lay people off — over a minutes-long Zoom call — to keep the company afloat through 2021, according to a company memo reviewed by The Post. […] Big Tech’s ability to continue hiring and sustaining themselves through crises will not only give the companies an advantage in Silicon Valley, but in the economy at large. Many of the traditional industries expected to suffer — brick-and-mortar retail, food service, and media and entertainment — are the same industries that have been gradually gutted by technology since the last recession. Macy’s, which competes with Amazon, said it was furloughing most of its 125,000 employees last month. Conde Nast Publications, which competes for ad dollars with Facebook and Google, is planning major layoffs. While analysts expect hits in revenue to both Google and Facebook for the first time, smaller ad platforms, publishers and social media rivals will fare even worse, analysts say. Smaller digital advertising firms, long struggling against the giants, have begun to announce waves of layoffs. […] Analysts and investors expect that consumption patterns and habits will continue to change, potentially for the long term. That could also result in a new order among the start-ups that emerge or survive the crisis, said Roelof Botha, a partner at the Silicon Valley venture capital firm Sequoia Capital. He said he was already beginning to look for a new class of winners, automating everything from mortgages to garbage picking to data infrastructure needed to support remote work. “This is a shock to the system, and sometimes out of that shock emerges a new order,” Botha said. “Like the killing off of the dinosaurs, this reorders who gets to survive in the new era. It is the shock that accelerates the future that Silicon Valley has been building.”
The future Silicon Valley has been building is an Orwellian dystopia where you can lose your bank account and ability to buy and sell for having the wrong political beliefs.
Baptist pastor says @bankofamerica shut down all of his church's bank accounts without notice. "We can't even get our money out," he said. "We can't even walk into the bank and withdraw our money they just froze everything, shut everything down." https://t.co/6RnMTxqf60 — Adrian Norman (@AdrianNormanDC) April 16, 2019
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Post left out of their report the fact that Big Tech has been ramping up their Orwellian censorship to a ten.
“Anything that goes against W.H.O will be removed from YouTube” YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki pic.twitter.com/1TxwdBMq17 — LΞIGH (@LeighStewy) April 21, 2020
Just last week, dozens of media outlets picked up a report from the self-described “intelligence” company Graphika which whined about so-called “right-wing media disinformation” related to the coronavirus, pushed for more censorship and praised Twitter for banning Zero Hedge.
The COVID-19 "Infodemic" Report: A Preliminary Analysis of the Online Conversation Surrounding the #Coronavirus Pandemic from December to March. https://t.co/IXGIVzaZUO pic.twitter.com/WNZfUgAuhy — Graphika (@Graphika_NYC) April 21, 2020
Their report complained about right-wing media dominating coverage of the coronavirus in early January and February (before eventually being drowned out by legacy media outlets) but failed to point out how the legacy media ignored the story or insisted it was “just the flu” and complained the real threat from the virus was a potential epidemic of “xenophobia” and “anti-Chinese racism.
Graphika has been working with shills like the Atlantic Council’s Ben Nimmo and pushing a neocon agenda supporting regime change efforts in Russia, China and Iran while releasing papers manufacturing the case for mass censorship here in America.
Previous Viral SMS-Based #Disinformation Campaigns Warn Against Mistaking Online Pranksters for Foreign Russian Trolls – and Vice Versa. https://t.co/IQPzVs5c4o pic.twitter.com/MIXHw59r8g — Graphika (@Graphika_NYC) March 18, 2020
The latest report from @Graphika_NYC details a long-running Iranian influence operation's return to social media with anti-US and pro-China messaging. https://t.co/gF3JuZMM8C pic.twitter.com/Ks5Q8232ph — Graphika (@Graphika_NYC) April 15, 2020
NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden told the Intercept’s Glenn Greenwald recently this crisis has been exploited the same as 9/11 with the media inducing a panic to justify our civil liberties being stripped away.
“That moment of intense, instantly transmissible fear is what happened to us in 9/11,” Snowden said. “It’s what happens to us in the lead up to every war. It’s what happens to us, whenever the government is trying to start a campaign to gather new authorities, they say, you know, we’re gonna protect you from roving gangs, we’re going to protect the children, we’re gonna do whatever we can. And that moment, that window of vulnerability, where rationality goes out of the window, goes out of the room, we are all susceptible to it. And that is what we are seeing now.”
Combine this with the $6 trillion coronavirus bailout rammed through congress that Rep. Thomas Massie predicted would be the “largest wealth transfer from taxpayers to the super rich [in history]” and you have a recipe for unprecedented wealth concentration at a time of mass unemployment.
We’re entering what may be the greatest revolutionary moment in a century and millions of Americans are sitting at home for the first time in their lives with nothing to distract them and studying how Americans have been railroaded and robbed of their futures by our criminal ruling class.
Source: http://www.informationliberation.com
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prepareforchange--2020-05-01--Nigerian Police Has Killed More People Enforcing the Lockdown Than the Virus

And that ’ s according to official government figures Security forces enforcing the lockdown in parts of Nigeria have killed more people than coronavirus itself , a local rights group says .
Evidence of the killings comes from members of the public who rang their hotline or sent in videos , the National Human Rights Commission ( NHRC ) adds .
It says law enforcers have killed 18 people in Nigeria since lockdowns began on 30 March .
Coronavirus has killed 12 people , according to health ministry data .
Nigeria , which has a population of about 200 million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus but there are fears it could spread quickly in overcrowded parts of the country .
At least 1,476 people were killed by state actors in the country over the past year , says the Council on Foreign Relations .
In its report about Nigeria ’ s coronavirus lockdown period , the NHRC , a government agency , said it had found “ 8 separate incidents of extrajudicial killings leading to 18 deaths ” .
In total the group said it received more than 100 complaints across 24 of Nigeria ’ s 36 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Abuja .
Those three parts of the country this week had their two-week lock down extended .
Other areas have set a variety of restrictions , which have seen the police and army called out to enforce them .
Nigerian security forces have not responded to the NHRC ’ s report .
But earlier this month , Nigeria ’ s police force encouraged citizens to report officers who violate rules on conduct adding “ the rights of Nigerians are not infringed upon under any pretext ” : This report won ’ t come @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surprise .
Nigeria ’ s police have a bad reputation for brutality , extortion and harassment even before the current coronavirus pandemic and the lockdown imposed to contain the virus .
What is more interesting is however , the fact that The Nigerian police authorities say they are doing their best in bringing erring officers to justice .
During the current lockdown , the police in Lagos arrested an officer who was seen in a video extorting about $ 110 ( £90 ) from a motorist .
The police spokesperson for Lagos told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while the money has been returned to the victim .
Another officer was demoted in Akwa Ibom state for assaulting a medical doctor during the restriction period .
While addressing Nigerians on the lockdown measures on Monday , President Muhammadu Buhari sent a mixed message on the role of the security forces , saying : ” The security agencies have risen to the challenges posed by this situation with gallantry and I commend them .
I urge them to continue to maintain utmost vigilance , firmness as well as restraint in enforcing the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ security responsibilities.
” As the lockdowns and other security issues continue , many Nigerians have little confidence that the attitude of the security forces will improve soon despite assurances by the authorities .
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The opinions , views , statements , and/or information we present are not necessarily promoted , endorsed , espoused , or agreed to by Prepare for Change , its leadership Council , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , or those who read its content .
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And that’s according to official government figures
By Ishaq Khalid,
Security forces enforcing the lockdown in parts of Nigeria have killed more people than coronavirus itself, a local rights group says.
Evidence of the killings comes from members of the public who rang their hotline or sent in videos, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) adds.
It says law enforcers have killed 18 people in Nigeria since lockdowns began on 30 March.
Coronavirus has killed 12 people, according to health ministry data.
Nigeria, which has a population of about 200 million people, has reported 407 cases of coronavirus but there are fears it could spread quickly in overcrowded parts of the country.
Nigerian security forces have a reputation for brutality.
At least 1,476 people were killed by state actors in the country over the past year, says the Council on Foreign Relations.
In its report about Nigeria’s coronavirus lockdown period, the NHRC, a government agency, said it had found “8 separate incidents of extrajudicial killings leading to 18 deaths”.
In total the group said it received more than 100 complaints across 24 of Nigeria’s 36 states – including Lagos, Ogun and Abuja. Those three parts of the country this week had their two-week lock down extended.
Other areas have set a variety of restrictions, which have seen the police and army called out to enforce them.
Nigerian security forces have not responded to the NHRC’s report.
But earlier this month, Nigeria’s police force encouraged citizens to report officers who violate rules on conduct adding “the rights of Nigerians are not infringed upon under any pretext”:
This report won’t come to many Nigerians as much of a surprise. Nigeria’s police have a bad reputation for brutality, extortion and harassment even before the current coronavirus pandemic and the lockdown imposed to contain the virus.
What is more interesting is however, the fact that
the latest damning report did not first come from their usual fierce critics like Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International.
Instead it came from a Nigerian government agency.
The Nigerian police authorities say they are doing their best in bringing erring officers to justice.
During the current lockdown, the police in Lagos arrested an officer who was seen in a video extorting about $110 (£90) from a motorist.
The police spokesperson for Lagos told me the officer was being tried, while the money has been returned to the victim. Another officer was demoted in Akwa Ibom state for assaulting a medical doctor during the restriction period.
While addressing Nigerians on the lockdown measures on Monday, President Muhammadu Buhari sent a mixed message on the role of the security forces, saying: ”The security agencies have risen to the challenges posed by this situation with gallantry and I commend them. I urge them to continue to maintain utmost vigilance, firmness as well as restraint in enforcing the restrictions orders, while not neglecting statutory security responsibilities.”
As the lockdowns and other security issues continue, many Nigerians have little confidence that the attitude of the security forces will improve soon despite assurances by the authorities.
Source: https://www.anti-empire.com
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prepareforchange--2020-05-02--30 million people have filed for unemployment in the last 6 weeks, equal to *every single worker* lo

30 million people have filed for unemployment in the last 6 weeks, equal to *every single worker* losing their job in these 27 states

I wanted to provide better context for the magnitude of unemployment claims ( 30 million ) in the last few weeks due to the shutdowns and social distancing measures to respond to the coronavirus pandemic .
It is literally equivalent to every single worker losing their jobs in a number of states ( depending on which states you look at ) .
27 if you choose the least populated states , and 3 if you choose the most populated states .
Just for context the entire state of New York is estimated to have around 9.5 million people in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( i.e .all employed civilians and all people who are receiving unemployment ) .
Here is a link to the original interactive map : engaging-data.com/unemployment-covid-19-pandemic/ ?
maptype=most Data on unemployment was obtained from the US Department of Labor website and labor force numbers by state are downloaded from the Bureau of Labor statistics .
And the visualization was created using javascript and the open source leaflet javascript mapping library .
Disclaimer : We at Prepare for Change ( PFC ) bring you information that is not offered by the mainstream news , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , views , statements , and/or information we present are not necessarily promoted , endorsed , espoused , or agreed to by Prepare for Change , its leadership Council , members , those who work with PFC , or those who read its content .
However , they are hopefully provocative .
Please use discernment !
Use logical thinking , your own intuition and your own connection with Source , Spirit and Natural Laws to help you determine what is true and what is not .
By sharing information and seeding dialogue , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and awareness of higher truths to free us from enslavement of the matrix in this material realm .

by EngagingData,
I wanted to provide better context for the magnitude of unemployment claims (30 million) in the last few weeks due to the shutdowns and social distancing measures to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. It is literally equivalent to every single worker losing their jobs in a number of states (depending on which states you look at). 27 if you choose the least populated states, and 3 if you choose the most populated states.
Just for context the entire state of New York is estimated to have around 9.5 million people in the civilian labor force as of Feb 2020 (i.e .all employed civilians and all people who are receiving unemployment).
Here is a link to the original interactive map: engaging-data.com/unemployment-covid-19-pandemic/?maptype=most
Sources and Tools:
Data on unemployment was obtained from the US Department of Labor website and labor force numbers by state are downloaded from the Bureau of Labor statistics. And the visualization was created using javascript and the open source leaflet javascript mapping library.
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prepareforchange--2020-05-02--Criminal Big-Pharma Put in Charge of Covid-19 “Vaccine”

Big-Pharma – guilty of lying , cheating , stealing , bribery , and a history of exposing the public to dangerous and even deadly drugs – is being given billions to develop a Covid-19 “ vaccine.
” Would you trust your health to these criminals ?
Waiting to cash in on offering “ cures ” and “ vaccines ” for a virus that is essentially a bad cold – is the immensely corrupt Western pharmaceutical industry in particular – notorious corporations like GlaxoSmithKline ( GSK ) , Novartis , Bayer , Merck , Johnson and Johnson , Pfizer , Lilly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s healthcare industry is already profiting both monetarily and in terms of artificial credibility as a panicked public turn to it for answers and safety .
Government funding from taxpayers across the Western World are being funneled into supposedly non-profit organizations like the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovation ( CEPI ) which are in actuality fronts created and chaired by big-pharma to avoid investing their own money into costly research and development and simply profit from whatever emerges from state-funded research.CEPI – for example – is receiving billions in government funds from various @ @ @ @ @ @ @ & D that results in products sold by and profited from big-pharma .
All corporations – without exception – pursuing government-funded vaccines and therapies for Covid-19 are corporations guilty and repeatedly convicted in courts of law around the globe of crimes including falsifying research , safety , and efficacy studies , bribing researchers , doctors , regulators , and even law enforcement officials , and marketing drugs that were either entirely ineffective or even dangerous .
Novartis – Plumbing the Depths of the Despicable A particularly shocking and appalling example comes from Swiss @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attempting to ram through approval of its drug Jakafi as a therapy for severe Covid-19 patients .
A University of Pennsylvania team headed by Dr. Carl June and funded entirely by charity had developed a gene therapy that fully and permanently cured leukemia patients who had otherwise failed to respond to more traditional treatments like bone marrow transplants .
During early trials in 2010-2012 , one patient – a 6 year old named Emily Whitehead – was literally on her death bed before receiving the revolutionary gene therapy.Today she is alive and well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more astounding about the therapy is that it is administered only one time .
That is because after administration the patient ’ s cells are rewired permanently to fight off cancer .
Old cells pass the cancer-fighting information off to new cells as they divide and multiply .
The therapy developed by Dr. June ’ s team is not only a one-time therapy , it is also incredibly cost effective .
Under experimental conditions the procedure cost under 20,000 USD .
Dr. June at a 2013 talk at The Society for Translational Oncology @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dr. June ’ s team – Leukemia & Lymphoma Society ( LLS ) – would see its work sold off to Novartis , approved by the FDA in 2017 and marketed as Kymriah .
What was noted by Dr. June himself as costing 15,000 USD to produce under experimental conditions was marked up by Novartis to an astronomical half-million dollars .
The New York Times article that reported the drug ’ s cost never mentions the actual cost of the drug and instead defers to Novartis ’ own explanation as to why the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had previously reported on the therapy ’ s progress before its acquisition by Novartis , yet NYT writers failed to hold Novartis accountable or inform readers of the actual cost of the therapy and expose price gouging by Novartis .
This helps illustrate the mass media ’ s role in enabling and covering up for big-pharma ’ s corruption .
Upon closer examination – and no thanks to publications like NYT – it turns out LLS was and still is in partnership with Novartis and while it denied Novartis had anything to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and ultimately sold to Novartis – the glaring conflict of interest remains and fits in perfectly with the wider pharmaceutical industry ’ s track record of corruption , abuse , and placing profits before human life .
The Novartis example is a microcosm of how the entire industry operates and indeed – precisely how it already is exploiting and profiting from Covid-19 hysteria where hard-working researchers have their work funded by shady “ charities ” only to be bought up by big-pharma and dangled over the heads of the desperate for movie-villain ransoms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ government and mass media Another pharmaceutical corporation seeking to profit from Covid-19 is GlaxoSmithKline .
What those who may be exposed to whatever products GSK markets in response to the virus should know is that GSK has been convicted on every inhabited continent of the planet for operating a global bribery racket aimed at doctors , researchers , regulators , politicians , and even law enforcement officials .
GSK has been convicted in Asia .
The New York Times in its article , “ Drug Giant Faced a Reckoning as China Took Aim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ GSK has also been convicted in North America .
The London Guardian would report in its article GlaxoSmithKline fined $ 3bn after bribing doctors to increase drugs sales that : GSK corruption also takes place in Europe .
In early 2014 , the London Telegraph would report in its article , “ GlaxoSmithKline ‘ bribed ’ doctors to promote drugs in Europe , former worker claims , ” that : And this is only scratching the surface of GSK ’ s bribery racket and associated impropriety – saying nothing of the wider industry @ @ @ @ @ @

Big-Pharma – guilty of lying, cheating, stealing, bribery, and a history of exposing the public to dangerous and even deadly drugs – is being given billions to develop a Covid-19 “vaccine.” Would you trust your health to these criminals?
Waiting to cash in on offering “cures” and “vaccines” for a virus that is essentially a bad cold – is the immensely corrupt Western pharmaceutical industry in particular – notorious corporations like GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Novartis, Bayer, Merck, Johnson and Johnson, Pfizer, Lilly, and Gilead.
The West’s healthcare industry is already profiting both monetarily and in terms of artificial credibility as a panicked public turn to it for answers and safety.
Government funding from taxpayers across the Western World are being funneled into supposedly non-profit organizations like the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovation (CEPI) which are in actuality fronts created and chaired by big-pharma to avoid investing their own money into costly research and development and simply profit from whatever emerges from state-funded research.CEPI – for example – is receiving billions in government funds from various nations that will be used for R&D that results in products sold by and profited from big-pharma.
All corporations – without exception – pursuing government-funded vaccines and therapies for Covid-19 are corporations guilty and repeatedly convicted in courts of law around the globe of crimes including falsifying research, safety, and efficacy studies, bribing researchers, doctors, regulators, and even law enforcement officials, and marketing drugs that were either entirely ineffective or even dangerous.
Novartis – Plumbing the Depths of the Despicable
A particularly shocking and appalling example comes from Swiss pharmaceutical giant Novartis – who is currently attempting to ram through approval of its drug Jakafi as a therapy for severe Covid-19 patients.
A University of Pennsylvania team headed by Dr. Carl June and funded entirely by charity had developed a gene therapy that fully and permanently cured leukemia patients who had otherwise failed to respond to more traditional treatments like bone marrow transplants. During early trials in 2010-2012, one patient – a 6 year old named Emily Whitehead – was literally on her death bed before receiving the revolutionary gene therapy.Today she is alive and well, in permanent remission.
What is more astounding about the therapy is that it is administered only one time. That is because after administration the patient’s cells are rewired permanently to fight off cancer. Old cells pass the cancer-fighting information off to new cells as they divide and multiply.
The therapy developed by Dr. June’s team is not only a one-time therapy, it is also incredibly cost effective. Under experimental conditions the procedure cost under 20,000 USD. Dr. June at a 2013 talk at The Society for Translational Oncology would state:
So the cost of goods, it’s interesting. The major cost here is gamma globulin. So the t-cells themselves, with us, for our in-house costs of an apheresis and so on is 15,000 dollars to manufacture the t-cells.
The charity that funded Dr. June’s team – Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) – would see its work sold off to Novartis, approved by the FDA in 2017 and marketed as Kymriah. What was noted by Dr. June himself as costing 15,000 USD to produce under experimental conditions was marked up by Novartis to an astronomical half-million dollars. The New York Times article that reported the drug’s cost never mentions the actual cost of the drug and instead defers to Novartis’ own explanation as to why the drug was so expensive.
The NYT had previously reported on the therapy’s progress before its acquisition by Novartis, yet NYT writers failed to hold Novartis accountable or inform readers of the actual cost of the therapy and expose price gouging by Novartis. This helps illustrate the mass media’s role in enabling and covering up for big-pharma’s corruption.
Upon closer examination – and no thanks to publications like NYT – it turns out LLS was and still is in partnership with Novartis and while it denied Novartis had anything to do with the gene therapy funded by LLS and ultimately sold to Novartis – the glaring conflict of interest remains and fits in perfectly with the wider pharmaceutical industry’s track record of corruption, abuse, and placing profits before human life.
The Novartis example is a microcosm of how the entire industry operates and indeed – precisely how it already is exploiting and profiting from Covid-19 hysteria where hard-working researchers have their work funded by shady “charities” only to be bought up by big-pharma and dangled over the heads of the desperate for movie-villain ransoms – all in cooperation with a complicit government and mass media
GSK: A Bribery Racket that Rings the Globe
Another pharmaceutical corporation seeking to profit from Covid-19 is GlaxoSmithKline. What those who may be exposed to whatever products GSK markets in response to the virus should know is that GSK has been convicted on every inhabited continent of the planet for operating a global bribery racket aimed at doctors, researchers, regulators, politicians, and even law enforcement officials.
GSK has been convicted in Asia. The New York Times in its article, “Drug Giant Faced a Reckoning as China Took Aim at Bribery,” would claim:
The Glaxo case, which resulted in record penalties of nearly $500 million and a string of guilty pleas by executives, upended the power dynamic in China, unveiling an increasingly assertive government determined to tighten its grip over multinationals. In the three years since the arrests, the Chinese government, under President Xi Jinping, has unleashed the full force of the country’s authoritarian system, as part of a broader agenda of economic nationalism.
GSK has also been convicted in North America. The London Guardian would report in its article GlaxoSmithKline fined $3bn after bribing doctors to increase drugs sales that:
The pharmaceutical group GlaxoSmithKline has been fined $3bn (£1.9bn) after admitting bribing doctors and encouraging the prescription of unsuitable antidepressants to children. Glaxo is also expected to admit failing to report safety problems with the diabetes drug Avandia in a district court in Boston on Thursday.
The company encouraged sales reps in the US to mis-sell three drugs to doctors and lavished hospitality and kickbacks on those who agreed to write extra prescriptions, including trips to resorts in Bermuda, Jamaica and California.
GSK corruption also takes place in Europe. In early 2014, the London Telegraph would report in its article, “GlaxoSmithKline ‘bribed’ doctors to promote drugs in Europe, former worker claims,” that:
GlaxoSmithKline, Britain’s largest drug company, has been accused of bribing doctors to prescribe their medicines in Europe.
Doctors in Poland were allegedly paid to promote its asthma drug, Seretide, under the guise of funding for education programme, a former sales rep has claimed.
Medics were also said to have been paid for lectures in the country which did not take place.
And this is only scratching the surface of GSK’s bribery racket and associated impropriety – saying nothing of the wider industry’s abuse and corruption.