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Covid FLiRT variant: Symptoms of the new strain to look out for and how to avoid catching it amid summer wave

People infected with the FLiRT and LB.1 variants test positive on standard PCR Covid tests

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2024

UK summer Covid wave: What variants are spreading and is there anything to worry about?

There is evidence that infections are on the rise again but without routine widespread testing the true picture is difficult to see

Evening Standard · Jul 4, 2024

Summer Covid wave hits UK as expert warns of Euro 2024 fuelling rise in infections

Covid waves continue to be driven by new variants and waning immunity, expert Professor Mark Woolhouse says

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2024

Summer wave of Covid in England: how worried should I be?

With evidence that infections are on the rise, we look at the so-called FLiRT variants, and assess the risks

The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2024

Will Pakistan ever be able to eradicate polio?

Six poliovirus cases have been reported so far this year. But the country’s fight is not just against the disease.

Al Jazeera · Jul 2, 2024

Hot summer months are yet again causing a surge of COVID-19 cases around the United States

KP.3 and KP.2 strains have been found in 53% of the COVID-19 cases reported by the CDC data as of June 22.

Latin Times · Jul 1, 2024

The sale of vapes outside pharmacies has been banned across Australia – here’s what you need to know

E-cigarette packaging and flavours will be tightly restricted, and until October adults will need to get a prescription from their GP to buy a therapeutic vape

The Guardian - AU · Jun 30, 2024

Protect Yourself With Updated COVID, Flu Vaccines Amid Surging Cases: CDC

The CDC recommends taking updated COVID and flu vaccines for the upcoming fall and winter seasons to protect against severe outcomes, including hospitalization and death.

Medical Daily · Jun 28, 2024

As COVID-19 ticks up in some places, US advisers recommend a fall vaccination campaign

As COVID-19 bubbles up in some parts of the country, health officials are setting course for a fall vaccination campaign

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2024

FDA Allegedly Pressured To Expedite COVID Vaccine For Children

House Judiciary subcommittee hearing exposes concerns over FDA politicization during pandemic, raising questions about rushed vaccine approvals and adverse...

Top News · Jun 26, 2024