What if the most important medical information was hiding in plain sight?

In this eye-opening replay of Ep. 166, we sit down with Alexandra, the powerhouse behind @justtheinserts, to uncover what pharmaceutical companies and government agencies actually disclose—if you know where to look. From vaccine inserts and adverse reaction data to the legal loopholes that protect drug manufacturers, this conversation digs deep into the fine print most patients never read.

Whether you’re a parent making decisions for your kids, a business owner evaluating health policies, or just tired of being in the dark, this episode will give you tools to ask better questions and make more informed choices.

KEY TOPICS

• What a “manufacturer insert” actually is—and why you should always read it

• Why Alexandra started @justtheinserts (and how one personal experience changed everything)

• What the FDA and CDC do and don’t tell you about side effects

• The risks listed for common drugs like DTaP, Vitamin K, and RSV vaccines

• Why informed consent matters more now than ever

• How to advocate for yourself and your family in a rushed healthcare system

• The surprising connection between pharmaceutical marketing and legal immunity

• How to build the skill of decisional independence in health and business

CHAPTERS

• 00:00 Introduction 

• 06:23 Alexandra's Journey and Instagram Success

• 11:14 Understanding Medical Inserts

• 15:43 Personal Experiences with Pharmaceuticals

• 22:21 Challenges and Criticisms in Medical Research

• 31:10 Discussing the Book and Training Course

• 32:10 Informed Consent and Doctor-Patient Dynamics

• 34:32 Vaccine Shedding and Its Implications

• 37:44 Breakthrough Infections and Vaccine Efficacy

• 38:49 Shocking Discoveries in Vaccine Inserts

• 40:18 Personal Stories and Pharmaceutical Industry Insights

• 47:22 Navigating Doctor's Recommendations and Informed Consent

• 54:01 Challenges in the Medical System

• 01:01:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
  

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Alexandra, the founder of Just the Inserts, provides training and resources for patients and parents to make informed decisions about medical products. Sourced from .gov websites, her book, training course, and website help you make informed medical decisions rooted in knowledge and confidence.