The Latest Breaking News on COVID-19

Doyle McManus: Biden sent the wrong message on COVID. He can still fix it

"The pandemic is over," President Joe Biden declared this month as he toured the Detroit Auto Show. "We still have a problem with COVID. We're still doing a lot of work on it. But the pandemic is over."

Los Angeles Times · Sep 26, 2022

Almost back to normal, says Health Ministry

The Public Health Ministry sees the country as almost back to pre-Covid-19 and with adequate health resources to handle any future outbreaks, which are expected to be in the form of small and seasonal waves similar to influenza.

Bangkok Post · Sep 26, 2022

First Covid, now monkeypox – India’s role is key in the scramble for jabs

As the west buys early doses, India’s vaccine preparedness matters not just at home but for other developing nations dependent on its shots

The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2022

Second dose of monkeypox vaccine to be offered to those most at risk, government announces

Second doses will be offered two to three months after initial jab, says UKHSA

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2022

£6m needed to tackle ME crisis as patients demand action over increasing long covid fears

A demonstration is being planned outside the Scottish Parliament amid calls to ring-fence £6million a year to treat ME patients.

Daily Record · Sep 24, 2022

Fight to end virus pandemic takes place on UN's sidelines

While the coronavirus pandemic was not the main focus of the U.N. General Assembly, the conversations were still happening on the sidelines

The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2022

New Covid strain added to watchlist

A new Omicron subvariant known as BQ.1.1, first reported in the United Kingdom last month, is now on Thailand's watchlist as the newest fast-spreading coronavirus variant, according to the Center for Medical Genomics at Ramathibodi Hospital.

Bangkok Post · Sep 23, 2022

Monkeypox vaccine second doses available for most at risk, says UKHSA

Sexual health clinics will continue to prioritise offering first doses but some will offer second shots

The Guardian - UK · Sep 23, 2022

Second doses of vaccine to be offered to those most at risk from monkeypox

Modelling suggests vaccinating 25% of the groups most at risk could significantly reduce the risk of transmission.

The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2022

Moderna vs. Pfizer: Is it OK to mix and match the updated COVID-19 booster shots?

LOS ANGELES — As residents prepare to roll up their sleeves for a third, fourth or even fifth dose of COVID-19 vaccine, some may be wondering: Do I need to stick with the same brand, or is it safe to mix it up?

Los Angeles Times · Sep 23, 2022