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Covid 19 makes a comeback with Jn-1: How to increase immunity naturally

As the world grapples with a surge in COVID-19 cases, the emergence of the JN.1 variant adds a new layer of complexity. Governments globally are on high alert as this highly mutated form of SARS-CoV-2 raises questions and challenges.

The Times of India

JN.1 COVID strain: With rising cases, government issues alert

The whole world is currently dealing with an increase in COVID-19 cases, and the JN.1 variant's appearance is raising more questions. A national alert has been issued by the government due to the spread of the highly mutated form of SARS-CoV-2.

The Times of India

COVID-19 JN.1 strain Vs past COVID infections: Why precaution is recommended

Health officials are becoming concerned after it was discovered that India’s Kerala sees the rise of JN.1 strain of SARS-CoV-2, which is a descendent of the BA.2 lineage. An advice was released by the Union government emphasizing the need for heightened awareness, particularly among the most vulnerable populations.

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JN.1, the WHO’s newest ‘variant of interest,’ has spiked COVID wastewater levels to all-time highs in some countries. What you need to know about the ‘Pirola’ offshoot

How dangerous is JN.1, how likely are you to get it, and could it derail your holiday plans? Here’s what you need to know, according to the experts Fortune spoke with.

Fortune

Karnataka records three deaths in last one week; infecting strain yet to be established

Three COVID-19 deaths reported in Bengaluru after two-month gap; Karnataka records 40,317 deaths, 92 active cases. Health Minister directs 1,500 tests daily & adequate beds & oxygen availability. No restrictions on New Year celebrations yet.

The Hindu

Does JN.1 have the same symptoms as other COVID variants?

Confirming the incoming of the new COVID strain, India had a spike in Covid-19 cases on December 20, with 614 new infections reported in the previous day—the highest number since May 21. The COVID subvariant JN.1, which was initially discovered in Kerala, is the cause of the recent increase in…

The Times of India

COVID-19 JN.1 variant: Symptoms you need to know about

In the last nine days, the number of active COVID caseloads in India has doubled which led the government to issue an advisory to states. The reason: A new COVID variant named JN.1, was first detected in the southern state of Kerala. Since then, the cases due to this COVID-19…

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WHO calls COVID-19 strain JN.1 a "variant of interest" This is what it means

The novel COVID-19 variation JN.1 has now been officially classified by the World Health Organization as a single "variant of interest," following the strain's quick global spread. This announcement was made on Tuesday. Health officials have been cautious in stating that, in comparison to earlier versions, JN.1 has not yet…

The Times of India

Women’s voices barely heard in Boris Johnson’s No 10, Covid inquiry told

Inquiry hears of ‘macho and egotistical’ climate in which women spoke for as little as 10 minutes in five hours of key meetings

The Guardian - UK

Travel plans for Christmas remain intact despite a slight increase in COVID-19 cases in Bengaluru

Travellers from Bengaluru plan trips to domestic & international destinations despite COVID-19 resurgence. Health Dept. urges to follow guidelines.

The Hindu

Spending fights, supply chain delays slow mobile health boom - Roll Call

Mobile health units, which flourished during the pandemic, now face headwinds thanks to supply chains and federal spending uncertainty.

Roll Call

Mysuru: All SARI, ILI cases to be tested for COVID-19

Mysuru health authorities to test ILI, SARI patients for COVID-19, increased surveillance on H.D. Kote border with Kerala.

The Hindu

Government issues COVID-19 alert, says no clustering of JN.1 cases

India registers rise in daily COVID-19 positivity rate in States including Kerala, Maharashtra, Jharkhand and Karnataka; Union Health Ministry issues alert, sdays no clustering of cases had been reported in new JN.1 variant of SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus

The Hindu

Fresh COVID cases in southern states worry public, medical officials

Fear grips Chittoor district as Covid-19 reappears; medical staff prepared for any eventuality.

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Officials who managed COVID-19 pandemic in Telangana replaced

Prominent Telangana Health department officials Dr. G. Srinivas Rao and Dr. K. Ramesh Reddy were replaced from their positions as Director of Public Health and Director of Medical Education. They played a key role in management of COVID-19 pandemic in Telangana.

The Hindu

COVID-19 preparedness: Drill across govt. hospitals in Mysuru today

Mock drill to assess pandemic preparedness in Mysuru district hospitals amid COVID-19 scare in Kerala.

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Variant JN1 spreading rapidly, vaccines remain effective, officials urge vigilance

Hold on tight! A new sub-variant of COVID-19, JN1, is making its way around the world with a growth advantage. Get the scoop on this fast-spreading variant...

The Independent UK

EU court annuls approval of French pandemic aid to Air France and Air France-KLM

Low-cost airlines Ryanair and Malta Air have won a court case against the European Union’s decision to approve billions of euros in state aid by the French government to holding company Air France-KLM during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Is the new COVID strain JN.1 causing pneumonia?

The features of the virus, your immune system, and individual health problems all play a role in the link between a particular COVID-19 variation and its risk of causing pneumonia or other serious respiratory consequences. Pneumonia is a known side effect of severe instances, regardless of the specific variant of…

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Penny Mordaunt claims Boris Johnson WhatsApp messages 'vanished' from phone

PENNY Mordaunt has said that a series of WhatsApp messages she shared with Boris Johnson have disappeared from her phone...

The Guardian - UK

Kemi Badenoch defends trans guidance for schools after attacks from Tory right – as it happened

The women and equalities minister defends the guidance, but also claims telling children they are born in the wrong body is ‘harmful’

The Independent UK

Rishi Sunak considered pre-paid debit card giveaway during Covid

Sunak thought about sending out millions of cash-laden cards in post – but was warned of ‘significant risk’ of theft

The Independent UK

Penny Mordaunt says Boris Johnson’s messages vanished from her phone

Tory minister reveals her Covid-era exchanges with ex-PM disappeared without explanation

The Guardian - UK

Wednesday briefing: What the government advice on trans children in schools is really saying

In today’s newsletter: Long-delayed guidance finally published this week claims to ‘put the best interests of all children first’. What does the text reveal?

Medical Daily

Probiotics Could Delay Infection, Reduce Symptoms In Unvaccinated People Exposed To COVID-19 Patients

Probiotics, particularly lactobacillus, could delay infection and reduce symptoms in unvaccinated people who had been in contact with COVID-19 patients in their household.

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