My ancestors had the CCR5-Δ32 mutation, which is why they survived the Black Plague. That mutation was passed down through generations to me. So I am (theoretically) immune to HIV.
So basically, 1/3 of Europe dying almost 700 years ago means I can’t get HIV.
“Herd immunity” is the result of the worst possible failure state, it is by definition a description of maximum damage. It makes no sense to portray it as a good outcome.
Herd immunity and natural immunity are not the same thing. Natural immunity is when you are inherently immune to a pathogen due to your genetic heritage. Herd Immunity is what you have when a large enough percentage of the herd are immune to a pathogen either naturally or due to vaccination.
For example, If 95% of the herd is vaccinated or otherwise immune to a disease, the herd is effectively immune because the non-immune individuals in the herd are surrounded by immune individuals. They are are therefore highly unlikely to be exposed to the pathogen in the first place.
One question: HOW do you “develop” natural immunity.
Answer: The weak ones in the herd DIE!
My ancestors had the CCR5-Δ32 mutation, which is why they survived the Black Plague. That mutation was passed down through generations to me. So I am (theoretically) immune to HIV.
So basically, 1/3 of Europe dying almost 700 years ago means I can’t get HIV.
Mind you, I’m not looking to test my luck.
“Grandma and uncle Fred die!”
“Herd immunity” is the result of the worst possible failure state, it is by definition a description of maximum damage. It makes no sense to portray it as a good outcome.
Herd immunity and natural immunity are not the same thing. Natural immunity is when you are inherently immune to a pathogen due to your genetic heritage. Herd Immunity is what you have when a large enough percentage of the herd are immune to a pathogen either naturally or due to vaccination.
For example, If 95% of the herd is vaccinated or otherwise immune to a disease, the herd is effectively immune because the non-immune individuals in the herd are surrounded by immune individuals. They are are therefore highly unlikely to be exposed to the pathogen in the first place.
Either way you can’t “develop” it yourself.
We NEED to get the stupid people OUT of politics.