#207 (July 02, 2025) 'Hospital COVID Protocols — The Grace Schara Case': IMA (formerly FLCCC) Weekly Update

Hospital COVID Protocols — The Grace Schara CaseNever miss another webinar. Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/ Learn more: https://imahealth.org/hospital-covid-protocols-grace-schara-case/When Grace Schara died in a Wisconsin hospital during the COVID pandemic, her family began asking difficult questions about consent, protocol, and patient rights. This week, IMA Co-Founders Dr. Paul Marik and Dr. Joseph Varon are joined by Grace’s father, Scott Schara, and his attorney, Warner Mendenhall of Freedom Counsel, to revisit the case and discuss the broader implications for medical advocacy, advance directives, and hospital accountability.We’ll explore the concerns raised around medication protocols, Do Not Intubate orders, and access to records—alongside the lessons learned about legal barriers, family involvement, and the importance of independent medical advocates. The conversation is shaped by IMA’s longstanding commitment to restoring the doctor-patient relationship and building safeguards that empower patients and families.URL: https://imahealth.org/hospital-covid-protocols-grace-schara-case/• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss a webinar! Subscribe for reminders: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/ Learn more: https://imahealth.org/lyme-treatment/Lyme disease is notoriously difficult to treat, but it’s even more complex than most realize. That’s because Lyme doesn’t always travel alone. Associated tick-borne coinfections like Bartonella and Babesia can mimic or mask Lyme symptoms, requiring different treatments to resolve. This reality turns Lyme treatment into a winding, uncertain road for patients and providers alike.Luckily, we’ve enlisted some of the world’s top experts in Lyme and chronic disease to help demystify this debilitating condition. Join IMA Senior Fellow Dr. JP Saleeby as he hosts a practical conversation with Lyme specialist Dr. Tom Moorcroft and integrative nurse practitioner Chris Jackman. Together, they’ll break down what makes Lyme so persistent, how coinfections complicate recovery, and what successful treatment protocols can look like in the real world.This is the third installment in IMA’s Lyme Disease series—an essential session for patients, practitioners, and anyone trying to make sense of this often-misunderstood chronic condition. Catch up with the previous episodes here:Diagnosing Lyme Disease: https://imahealth.org/diagnosing-lyme-disease/The Hidden Battle with Lyme Co-Infections: https://imahealth.org/lyme-co-infections/URL: https://imahealth.org/lyme-treatment/• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar. Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/ Learn more: https://imahealth.org/rethinking-the-food-pyramid-and-dietary-guidelines/It’s no secret that government institutions have been dishing out flawed advice in recent years—and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) are no exception. From outdated food pyramids to industry-influenced recommendations, the DGAs have long shaped national eating habits with consequences we’re still paying for.This week, IMA Senior Fellow Dr. JP Saleeby hosts a conversation with fellow IMA Senior Fellows Dr. Kristina Carman and Dr. Michael Turner to unpack the problems with the Food Pyramid (and its modern cousin, MyPlate). They’ll explore the history of flawed nutritional advice, the industry influence behind government food policy, and how these guidelines have contributed to today’s chronic disease epidemic.From the demonization of saturated fat to the uncritical promotion of vegetable oils and low-fat processed foods, this conversation aims to expose what’s broken—and what a healthier, evidence-based alternative might look like.URL: https://imahealth.org/rethinking-the-food-pyramid-and-dietary-guidelines/• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

In this episode of Whole Body Health, Dr. JP Saleeby discusses the importance of vitamin A, its sources, different forms, health benefits, potential risks, and how to incorporate it effectively into your daily routine.Forms and Sources of vitamin A - vitamin A exists in two primary forms:1. Retinol – Found in animal-based foods such as oily fish, liver, eggs, cod liver oil, butter, and cheese.2. Carotenoids – Derived from plant-based foods like carrots, squash, papaya, tomatoes, red bell peppers, sweet potatoes, and dark leafy greens. Bright orange fruits and vegetables are typically rich in carotenoids.Health Benefits:
Vitamin A is critical for eye health and retinal function, for supporting the immune system, and for maintenance of skin and mucous membranes as well as for embryo development. Vitamin A helps prevent night blindness and cataracts, skin issues, a weakened immune system, premature aging, and lung disease, and can reduce effects of HIV/AIDS and measles.Potential Risks:
Excessive vitamin A intake can lead to toxicity. High doses, especially when combined with alcohol, may cause liver damage. Individuals with liver disease should consult a healthcare provider before supplementing with vitamin A.Recommended Dosage:
For adults, the recommended daily allowance (RDA) is 700–900 mcg of retinol equivalents (RE) per day. Vitamin A is considered safe when consumed in amounts less than 10,000 IU (or 3,000 mcg) daily. More information on the two forms of vitamin A and dosing can be found in this video.Learn more about 'Whole Body Health' here: https://flccc.net/wholebodyhealthDr. JP Saleeby | Carolina Holistic Medicine https://carolinaholisticmedicine.com/Dr. JP Saleeby's Substack | Yusuf's Substack https://jpsaleebymd.substack.com/The Independent Medical Alliance (formerly FLCCC) is a healthcare nonprofit on a mission to restore trust, integrity, and the doctor-patient relationship. Get involved by clicking below:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/

Never miss another webinar. Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/Learn more: https://imahealth.org/red-light-therapy-science/Red light therapy is lighting up the wellness world—but what’s real and what’s just hype? From full-body saunas to simple at-home devices, this promising treatment is gaining traction fast.This week, IMA Senior Fellow Dr. Ryan Cole hosts a bright and timely conversation with IMA Senior Fellow Dr. Kristina Carman and special guest Dr. Brooke Miller to explore the real sciecne behind red light therapy. They’ll break down how light affects our cells, the potential benefits for inflammation, arthritis, energy, and even cancer support—and what’s myth versus medically meaningful.Whether you’re a curious newcomer or a seasoned biohacker, this episode sheds light on one of the most exciting new tools in modern wellness.Keywords/Tags: red light therapy science, science behind red light therapy​, science of red light therapy• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Watch all episodes of WBH: https://covid19criticalcare.com/courses/whole-body-health-with-dr-saleeby/In this episode of ‘Whole Body Health,’ Dr. JP Saleeby discusses what is DMSO is, what it may do for human health, potential downsides, and how to incorporate it properly. He also discusses the controversy around DMSO.DMSO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide) is a simple small molecule that is derived from lignin (a natural polymer found in pine and other softwood trees). It has been used for over 40 years and has notable biological, chemical, and physical characteristics.It has been used to treat a wide range of illnesses and injuries, including osteoarthritis, cardiovascular disease, GI disorders (peptic and deodenal), respiratory disorders, ocular disorders, pancreatitis, diabetes, renal disease, urogenital disorders, and neuropathy.There is a resurgence in interest in DMSO, but it is not without controversy. Watch now to learn more.Disclaimer: The material posted regarding Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) reflects the author's opinions and does not represent the official position of the FLCCC. We are actively reviewing the scientific data and ongoing research regarding DMSO and will provide an official statement once a thorough evaluation has been completed. The FLCCC remains committed to basing its recommendations on the most current and robust scientific evidence.Learn more about 'Whole Body Health' here: https://flccc.net/wholebodyhealthDr. JP Saleeby | Carolina Holistic Medicine https://carolinaholisticmedicine.com/Dr. JP Saleeby's Substack | Yusuf's Substack https://jpsaleebymd.substack.com/The Independent Medical Alliance (formerly FLCCC) is a healthcare nonprofit on a mission to restore trust, integrity, and the doctor-patient relationship. Get involved by clicking below:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/

Watch more episodes of WBH: https://covid19criticalcare.com/courses/whole-body-health-with-dr-saleeby/Transfer factor (TF) is a lymphocyte extract, often derived from colostrum, that is capable of transferring antigen-specific, cell-mediated immunity to T-lymphocytes. In this episode of Whole Body Health, Dr. JP Saleeby provides a deeper understanding of TF, including its sources, dosing, administration, and applications in treating viral, fungal, and bacterial infections. He also discusses Transfer Factor’s potential to address immunodeficiencies, allergies, and autoimmune diseases.Learn more about 'Whole Body Health' here: https://flccc.net/wholebodyhealthDr. JP Saleeby | Carolina Holistic Medicine https://carolinaholisticmedicine.com/Dr. JP Saleeby's Substack | Yusuf's Substack https://jpsaleebymd.substack.com/The Independent Medical Alliance (formerly FLCCC) is a healthcare nonprofit on a mission to restore trust, integrity, and the doctor-patient relationship. Get involved by clicking below:• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/

Never miss another webinar. Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/ Learn more: https://imahealth.org/medical-case-against-transitioning-minors/As gender transition procedures among youth become more common, a growing number of doctors are raising serious concerns—medical, ethical, and human rights alike. Can minors truly consent to irreversible medical interventions? Urgent questions demand honest answers.This week, IMA Senior Fellow Dr. Ryan Cole hosts a powerful panel featuring IMA Senior Fellows Dr. Kimberly Milhoan and Dr. Katherine Welch. Together, they’ll lay out the medical case against transitioning minors—from the lack of informed consent to the long-term physical and psychological harm. Both guests bring deep clinical experience serving children and vulnerable populations—and both are sounding the alarm.This discussion continues a powerful conversation first sparked during a panel at the 2025 IMA Conference. While the topic is often politicized, IMA approaches it from a medical and ethical standpoint. Our mission is rooted in patient-centered care and medical transparency, and protecting minors from irreversible harm fits squarely within that commitment.Keywords/Tags: gender transition for minors, gender transition minors, medical transition for minors• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar. Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/ Learn more: https://imahealth.org/cancer-research-innovationCancer diagnoses continue to rise—affecting younger people more than ever before. This week, join IMA Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Paul Marik and IMA Senior Fellow Dr. Mollie James for a timely webinar focused on cancer, recurrence, and the research helping to make sense of this troubling trend.Dr. Marik will present curated findings from the latest cancer research, while Dr. James brings firsthand clinical insight from the frontlines—together offering a powerful look at how science and real-world experience are shaping new guidance for patients and providers. With growing concern that the mRNA vaccine rollout may be contributing to the surge in cases and relapses, this discussion couldn’t be more urgent.This conversation is central to IMA’s commitment to addressing chronic disease and builds on the research curated in Dr. Marik’s comprehensive Cancer Care guide:- Available free to DL: https://imahealth.org/research/cancer-care/ - Or to purchase: https://a.co/d/9QT8zKH• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org

Never miss another webinar. Sign up here: https://imahealth.org/weekly-webinars/ Learn more: https://imahealth.org/hhs-mrna-children-pregnancy-whats-next/What happens when government agencies start to reverse course on the most hotly debated public health policies of our time?Join host Dr. Chris Martenson for a powerful conversation on the future of COVID-19 vaccine policy. He’s joined by former Deputy Assistant Secretary of HHS David Mansdoerfer and three special guests—Senator Ron Johnson, IMA Senior Fellow Dr. Jordan Vaughn, and attorney Warner Mendenhall of Freedom Counsel—for a timely breakdown of the May 21, 2025, U.S. Senate hearing on COVID-19 vaccine development and safety.With HHS now considering the removal of COVID-19 shots from the CDC’s recommended schedule for children and pregnant women, we could see a dramatic reshaping of the legal, medical, and political landscape. Our panel will explore what this move could mean for liability protections under the PREP Act, vaccine policy, public trust, and the future of informed consent.Momentum around mRNA vaccine reform is building. Last week, we launched our Smart Moms Ask campaign to end recommendations for children and pregnant women—and now federal agencies are beginning to reconsider vaccine policy. At the heart of this shift is one of IMA’s core pillars for healthcare reform: Transparency in Medicine. It’s not just a guiding principle—it’s a catalyst for change. Don’t miss this critical conversation about what comes next.URL: https://imahealth.org/hhs-mrna-children-pregnancy-whats-next/Keywords/Tags: mRNA in children, mRNA vaccine in pregnancy• Donate: https://imahealth.org/donate/• Follow: https://imahealth.org/contact/• Webinar: https://imahealth.org/category/weekly-webinars/• Treatment: https://imahealth.org/treatment-protocols/• Medical Disclaimer: https://imahealth.org/about/terms-and-conditions/About IMA (Formerly FLCCC Alliance)The Independent Medical Alliance™ is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization and coalition of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals united by a mission to restore trust and transparency in healthcare. The organization’s mission is one driven by Honest Medicine™ that prioritizes patients above profits and emphasizes long-term wellness and disease prevention through empowerment of both physicians and their patients. With a focus on evidence-based medicine, informed consent, and systemic reform, IMA is driving a movement to create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system.For more information about the Independent Medical Alliance, visit www.IMAhealth.org