More inaccuracies from the good doctor.
https://healthfeedback.org/claimreview/not-all-coronaviruses-are-seasonal-contrary-to-pathologist-ryan-coles-claim-covid-19-vaccines-are-effective-at-preventing-illness/
Coronaviruses are all seasonal and go away on their own, including those that cause SARS and MERS; ivermectin is effective for preventing and treating COVID-19; COVID-19 vaccines are “gene therapy”, don’t give immunity or prevent transmission
VERDICT
SOURCE: Ryan Cole, *****ute, Instagram, YouTube, 4 Mar. 2021
DETAILS
Inaccurate: First, not all coronaviruses exhibit seasonal activity, including SARS and MERS. The spread of both diseases was halted due to control measures, such as contact tracing and quarantine. Second, COVID-19 vaccines aren’t gene therapy; none are able to modify DNA.
Misleading: Ryan implied that COVID-19 vaccines aren’t working because vaccinated people must still practice physical distancing and wear masks. This isn’t true. Because it is unclear how much the vaccines reduce transmission, vaccinated people need to practice physical distancing and wear masks to protect the unvaccinated people around them, who are the majority.
Unsupported: No reliable scientific evidence supports the claim that ivermectin is an effective treatment against COVID-19. Larger and better-designed studies are required to determine ivermectin’s effect on COVID-19 patients.