The Latest Breaking News from Covid-19

COVID, the flu and other viral infections can re-awaken dormant breast cancer cells, new study in mice shows

The worry that breast cancer may someday return is a troubling source of anxiety for many survivors of the disease. It’s understandable why, since most relapses and metastatic cancers (cancers that have spread) aren’t started by new tumours.

The Conversation · Aug 7, 2025

Vaccines hold tantalizing promise in the fight against dementia

Over the past two centuries, vaccines have been critical for preventing infectious diseases. The World Health Organization estimates that vaccination prevents between 3 million and 5 million deaths annually from diseases like diphtheria, tetanus, influenza, measles and, more recently, COVID-19.

The Conversation · Aug 7, 2025

COVID Aged Your Brain Faster, Even if You Didn't Get Sick

Whether you contracted COVID or not, your brain took a hit. Here's what that means for your health and what you can do about it.

Kiplinger · Aug 7, 2025

How did a new War of the Worlds movie get a 0% critical rating?

A cursed Covid-made version of the HG Wells classic, starring Ice Cube, has emerged after five-year delay – perhaps it should have stayed buried

The Guardian - US · Aug 6, 2025

What to know about mRNA vaccines

Research shows mRNA vaccines saved millions of lives during the COVID-19 pandemic

The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2025

Despite RFK’s funding block, mRNA vaccines are too impressive to ignore

Scientists fear decision may increase vaccine hesitancy, but other countries are still willing to invest in research

The Guardian - UK · Aug 6, 2025

HHS phases out mRNA vaccine trials for COVID-19, bird flu - Roll Call

HHS says the elimination of 22 mRNA vaccine development projects for COVID-19 and bird flu signals a shift in vaccine priorities.

Roll Call · Aug 6, 2025

UK construction activity in July falls at steepest rate since Covid

Collapse in housebuilding underscores challenge for government in meeting its target of building 1.5m new homes

The Guardian - UK · Aug 6, 2025

Chikungunya virus outbreak in China sees Covid-style measures launched

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The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2025

RFK Jr’s health department to halt $500m in mRNA vaccine research

Agency to end 22 federal contracts, questioning safety of technology credited with helping end Covid pandemic

The Guardian - US · Aug 6, 2025