In recent times, the United States has witnessed an unprecedented surge in migrant crossings at its southern border, with figures reaching almost 190,000 in February 2024 alone. This influx, while a testament to the enduring appeal of the American dream, brings with it a less visible but equally significant threat: the risk of infectious diseases entering the country. Historically, America has been a fortress against many major diseases that have devastated other parts of the world, thanks to stringent public health measures and robust screening processes. However, the current situation at the border marks a departure from these practices, leaving the nation vulnerable.
Dr. Harvey Risch, a seasoned epidemiologist, has voiced concerns over the inadequate health screening of immigrants crossing into the United States. His warnings are not unfounded; the lack of comprehensive health checks at the border stands in stark contrast to the rigorous examinations once conducted at Ellis Island, where immigrants were meticulously screened for contagious diseases before being allowed entry. This meticulous approach ensured that only healthy individuals could enter, thereby safeguarding the population from potential health crises.
Joe Biden’s open border is a health crisis, too.
Diseases we had under control are coming back…
Tuberculosis breaks out at Chicago migrant shelters following measles caseshttps://t.co/68gFWlTp0W
— Richard Grenell (@RichardGrenell) April 4, 2024
Echoing Dr. Risch's apprehensions, Dr. Marc Siegel from New York University’s Langone Health highlighted the presence of diseases such as tuberculosis, COVID-19, hepatitis A and B, among migrants. Furthermore, internist Dr. James Hodges has pointed out the emergence of drug-resistant forms of tuberculosis, exacerbated by open border policies. These insights underscore the pressing need for a reassessment of health management strategies at the border to mitigate the risks of disease transmission.
The comparison with Ellis Island's stringent health checks is particularly poignant. Back then, doctors were vigilant for signs of contagious diseases like trachoma and tuberculosis, ensuring that anyone with questionable health was thoroughly examined. This historical precedent illustrates a time when public health was paramount, guiding immigration policies to protect both the newcomers and the resident population.
Biden's open border policy is importing dangerous pathogens to create another national health crisis. pic.twitter.com/cMtXTLl7C4
— Samuel Williams (@pissedoffsam1) April 4, 2024
Today, however, the scenario is markedly different. The absence of even basic health screenings such as temperature checks for most immigrants entering through the southern border exposes a glaring vulnerability in the nation's defense against global pathogens. This oversight not only endangers the health of the American populace but also strains the healthcare system, which must now brace for potential outbreaks of diseases previously kept at bay.
The implications of this oversight are far-reaching. For decades, Americans have enjoyed relative immunity from many infectious diseases, thanks to the country's isolation and advanced healthcare infrastructure. However, the current laxity in border health protocols could erode this advantage, exposing the population to infections against which they have little to no immunity.
Addressing this issue requires a multifaceted approach. Strengthening health screening procedures at the border is imperative, as is bolstering the healthcare system's capacity to manage and contain outbreaks. Moreover, there is a need for a balanced discourse that acknowledges the humanitarian aspects of migration while prioritizing public health and safety.
In conclusion, the United States stands at a crossroads. The choice is between maintaining an open-door policy without adequate health safeguards, thereby flirting with disaster, or reinstating stringent health checks to protect the nation's health security. The lessons from Ellis Island serve as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in public health, especially in times of mass migration. As the country navigates this challenge, the decisions made today will shape the health landscape of tomorrow.
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The Deep State does NOT care in the least about any Americans dying or contracting foreign diseases from these illegal invaders. Their only agenda is to maintain complete control of a one-party- only, Marxist power domination. They need “constituents” in their blue districts to vote liberal. They provide these diseased, criminal invaders with every medical, educational, nutritional, or housing need at total, American taxpayer expense. The damage of having more than 10,000,000 of them already cannot be undone easily or at all. The Biden regime, under control and direction of Marxist Barack Hussein Obama, will grant these foreign invaders mass amnesty and allow them to vote. They could not care less about the well-being of American citizens. The Deep State only cares about having total power and control.
They MUST start doing health checks at the border! all it takes is one person suffering from a contagious disease to cross the border and inadvertently infect many people in the U.S. to start an epidemic!
NO ONE comes via air, land or sea across the border unless they have a visa. Every illegal alien without a visa is held in a holding location. The U.S. government will immediately load them on trains and ship back across the Southern border. If they fly in, put them on the next plane back to where they came from. If they came by sea, load them back on a ship that will deliver them back to their country of orgin. The government should pay all transportation costs sending all ILLEGAL ALIENS back to where they came from. Either way, the government is going to have to pay. Pay for all transportation (cheaper) or the federal, state, and local governments will be footing the bill for housing, food and health services which will be 1,000’s of times more costly. Don’t forget the criminal activities these ILLEGAL ALIENS bring when no one is willing to sponsor them.
After reading this statement, you decide. Pay the airlines, trains or ships a set dollar amount per person to ship the ILLEGAL ALIENS back home. For this, I will specifically donate and specify, “this donation is for ILLEGAL ALIEN transportation back to their home”.
The lack of controls and not vetting the immigrants will continue to be a disaster in many ways to the American society. Increased crime, drugs, cartels setting up operations in the US. We are working our way into a third world country. California has already been subject to overwhelming crime. Apparently law enforcement is impossible, due to the fact they cam’t keep up with theft, home breakins, auto thefts, violent robberies, and so on. Now we have the additional attack on US health. This will also overwhelm hospitals, cliinics, doctors and nurses, and the demand for medications for illnesses like measles, chickenpox, mumps, TB, which was no longer a major threat. Seems like it well come back and again affect Americans. I cannot think of anything worse for our society, other than an all out World War.
The political situation in the US has led to no leadership either at the presidential level, nor Congress. It’s a do nothing political scene that will bring us all to gridlock. We cannot print more money to solve this problem, since our government debt is at 34 trillion and increasing monthly. Our debt is unsustainable. Good luck to us all! We are going to need it.
Have no problem with LEGAL! Immigration. My family on both sides is on the wall at Ellis Island from Ireland, ans I’m sure they were properly cetred and a thorough health check was required. But just letting people jump the border and be released into the general public without these requirements is just ludicrous!
Over 11million caught and released into the American interior. 30,000 a month being flown in at taxpayers expense, that’s per month or 360000 this year! The mad dash to rewarding the illegal immigrants with renewable debt cards, food stamps, rent subsidies, all while forcing disabled Veterans out of their domicile. Then there is the mad rush by the Democratic socialist to get them registered to vote in time for this up coming elections cycle, but for sure in time for a new census to award congressional seats changing the voters dynamic of these states and municipalities!
OPEN BOARDERS IS A THREAT TO SOCIETY, BECAUSE BIDEN WILL DO ANYTHING TO GET IMMIGRANTS THE OPPORTUNITY TO VOTE FOR HIM, EVEN BY PUTTING FELLOW AMERICANS AT RISK FOR DESEASES. SHAMEFUL! IT IS NOT WORTH THE RISK STOP THE MADNESS AND HAVE EVERY IMMIGRANT VACCINATED IF THEY LIVE IN THE USA. LET AMERICA TAKE A VOTE ON THIS MATTER.