Scientists discover new frightening effect lockdowns and masks had on our bodies
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Scientists have found that lockdowns lead to much higher levels of inflammation in people's bodies. It's thought that the lack of exposure to common germs weakened our immune systems, leaving us more vulnerable to infections and diseases. Researchers in the Netherlands tracked 1,800 people before, during and after the draconian measures, which also included school closures and mask mandates, were imposed.
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Lab tests showed that before the lockdowns, patients exposed to a variety of bacteria and viruses generally had low levels of inflammation in their bodies. But after the measures were imposed and people were forced to stay home, lab tests showed that exposure to bacteria or viruses lead to 'hyperinflammation'.
Experts said the high levels of inflammation could lead to people suffering from more severe symptoms in response to common infections. Dr Mihai Netea, the physician who led the study, said: 'In our daily lives, we are constantly exposed to various mico-organisms. This helps train our immune system, teaching it to recognize which micro-organisms are dangerous and which are harmless.
'During the lockdown, we missed that interaction because everyone stayed home and avoided each other. As a result, during and immediately after the lockdown periods, immune cells exposed to micro-organisms displayed a less well-regulated response, predisposing to hyperinflammation.'.
