When Brianne Dressen, a healthy mother of two, chose to participate in the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine trials in November 2020, she was unaware of the severe consequences that would soon unfold. Within an hour of the injection, Brienne began experiencing alarming neurological symptoms including tingling, blurred vision, and leg weakness. These symptoms marked the beginning of what would become a prolonged and painful ordeal.
Over the following two and a half weeks, Brienne’s condition worsened significantly. She suffered from tachycardia, bladder incontinence, and a relentless “electrical surge” sensation that she described as feeling like she was “rolling in cactus all the time.” The intensity of her pain reached such extremes that she considered suicide, only to be pulled back from the brink by the steadfast support of her husband.
Despite her severe symptoms, the initial response from local medical professionals was disheartening. They dismissed her symptoms as mere “anxiety” and were reluctant to perform necessary tests or provide adequate treatment. It was only after the intervention of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that Brienne began to receive the care she desperately needed.
At the NIH facility in Bethesda, Maryland, Brienne underwent extensive evaluations and treatments, including costly intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy. This treatment helped reduce her pain from a debilitating 10 out of 10 to a still challenging 4 or 5. Despite some relief, Brienne’s neurological condition has continued to deteriorate over the past several years.
Tragically, Brienne’s experience is not an isolated incident. As she connected with others who had similar experiences, a disturbing pattern of dismissal and denial by medical professionals and a lack of accountability from pharmaceutical companies emerged. Shockingly, Brienne’s adverse reaction was omitted from the final AstraZeneca clinical trial report—she was simply listed as a “dropout,” even though she was explicitly advised by the company not to receive a second dose.
Driven by a desire for justice and to prevent others from suffering as she has, Brienne took legal action against AstraZeneca for breach of contract. She also co-founded React19, a patient advocacy organization aimed at collecting data on COVID-19 vaccine injuries and exploring potential treatments.
Brienne remains resolute, stating, “There’s no way that I’m going to let the drug companies have more of me than they already have. I’m really, really stubborn, and there is no way that I’m going to let this consume me.”
Brienne’s harrowing tale serves as a stark reminder that while COVID-19 vaccines were labelled as “safe and effective”, many arguments to the contrary were silenced and they can in fact pose serious risks for a subset of the population.
By acknowledging the complexity of vaccine reactions and demanding transparency and accountability from all stakeholders, we can hope to ensure that no one else has to endure the nightmare that Brienne has experienced. Her bravery in sharing her story is a call for change, and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.
When we focus on what nature offers—such as holistic approaches to health, organic diets, and natural supplements, all of which can strengthen our immune systems naturally—we minimize our exposure to synthetic pharmaceuticals and chemicals, and potentially sidestep the kind of adverse effects experienced by individuals like Brienne. Embracing a lifestyle that prioritizes natural balance not only aligns with a preventive health philosophy but also advocates for a cautious approach when integrating modern medical interventions into our lives.
This article draws extensively from an insightful interview conducted by Dr. John Campbell, whose dedication to uncovering and sharing truth shines brightly in today’s complex media landscape. His relentless pursuit of factual clarity and his commitment to giving voice to those like Brienne make his contributions invaluable. I extend my gratitude to Dr. Campbell for his role in bringing this important story to light.
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