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WHO tracking new Covid variant BA. X amid fears it could lead to new explosion of cases

Cases of the new highly-mutated strain found in Israel, Denmark and US

The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023

Should we wear masks again? Here’s what experts have to say

Many health experts stress that people should remain vigilant

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

New COVID variant, BA.2.86, under WHO's 'variant under monitoring' list

A new variant BA.2.86 has been put under the ‘variant under monitoring’ list of the World Health Organisation (WHO). BA.2.86 is a sub variant of Omicron.

The Times of India · Aug 17, 2023

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Everything we know about EG. 5, the Covid subvariant dominating the US as hospitalisations rise

Hospital admissions from coronavirus up 12.5 per cent for the week ending 29 July

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Covid Eris symptoms: All we know about new variant driving surge in cases

Eris desends from Omicron and is now the most prevalent Covid variant in the US

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Covid vaccines should be available to buy privately in UK, scientists say

People not eligible for autumn booster programme should have option to pay for jab, experts argue, amid new wave concerns

The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2023

How high are Covid rates in England and what are the vaccination plans?

We look at the current levels of the coronavirus and who will be offered a booster jab

The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2023

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Morning after pill more effective when taken with anti-inflammatory – study

Researchers looked at the effect of women taking levonorgestrel and piroxicam together.

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023

New Covid wave has begun and masks should be worn again, scientists warn

Spread of new variant could cause extreme pressure on NHS and cause more damaging long-term health problems, Sage expert says

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023

Continue COVID-19 testing to check emergence of new virus variants: WHO chief

WHO head urges testing, vigilance to fight COVID-19; G20 Health Ministers' meeting in Gujarat to focus on health emergencies, anti-microbial resistance an one health framework

The Hindu · Aug 16, 2023

Utah man arrested for posing as doctor and selling fake Covid cure after three years on the run

He falsely claimed that his silver drug ‘can isolate and eliminate the virus’

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023

Updated Covid vaccines are nearly ready as alarm grows over new variant’s rapid spread

The new shot will be rolled out in the third or fourth week of September, according to Reuters

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2023

Australia’s vaping crackdown to be enforced with new laws

Exclusive: After announcing most forms of vaping would be banned, the Albanese government will legislate changes and boost agencies’ powers

The Guardian - AU · Aug 15, 2023

New Covid variant Eris is reminder to monitor virus data, US experts say

Variant is anticipated evolution but exact scope of virus is difficult to discern because of limited surveillance, experts say

The Guardian - US · Aug 14, 2023

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2023

Monday briefing: The new variant that’s a reminder the pandemic never fully ended

In today’s newsletter: The ‘Eris’ strain of Covid is a reminder that the virus has never fully gone away – but what will it mean for Britain?

The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2023

Covid Eris symptoms: All we know about new variant driving surge in cases

Eris desends from Omicron and is now the second most prevalent Covid variant in the UK

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 13, 2023

No surge, but still ‘jarring’: COVID cases creeping up in Chicago

Physicians say Chicago’s late-summer increase in COVID cases and hospitalizations — no matter how slight — serves as a reminder that the virus still packs a devastating punch for vulnerable communities.

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

Doctors urge people to stay vigilant against COVID-19 variant EG.5.1

WHO has designated EG.5.1 as a variant of interest; medical professionals advise public to remain vigilant, with only one case reported in India. Vaccine policy remains unclear, but masks, social distancing, and hand washing remain key to preventing spread.

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Radio France Internationale · Aug 11, 2023

New Covid variant Eris takes hold in France as holidays help spread infections

A new variant of the virus that causes Covid-19, known as Eris, could be linked to more than a third of new cases in France. The World Health Organization has designated the strain a variant of interest, but says the risk to public health is low.

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023

Can I buy the Covid vaccine and who is eligible for the booster ?

As cases continue to rise vaccination programmes in the UK are now entering its third autumn season

The Times of India · Aug 11, 2023

You may still get long COVID symptoms months after infection

California: Long COVID-19 can persist for at least a year after the acute illness has passed, according to the most detailed analysis of how symptoms change over a year.By describing trends in greater detail than previous research and highlighting the significant impacts the epidemic has had on the American health…

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023

Everything we know about EG. 5, the Covid subvariant dominating the US as hospitalisations rise

Hospital admissions from coronavirus up 12.5 per cent for the week ending 29 July

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023

Covid Eris symptoms: All we know about new variant driving surge in cases

Eris desends from Omicron and is now the second most prevalent Covid variant in the UK

Cinemablend · Aug 11, 2023

Painkiller: What To Know About Netflix's True Crime Miniseries Before You Watch

A new limited series about the opioid crisis, Painkiller, has come to Netflix.

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

Ohio doctor who claimed Covid vaccines make people magnetic has licence suspended

Dr Sherri Tenpenny had roughly 350 complaints lodged against her, according to the state medical board

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