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FDA Gives Nod To First Nonprescription COVID-19 Test That Also Detects Flu, RSV

The FDA has authorized the first nonprescription test to detect Covid-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The test, called the Labcorp Seasonal Respiratory Virus RT-PCR DTC Test, was developed by Laboratory Corp of America Holdings (NYSE:LH). It can be sold directly to consumers online or at retail.  A person can self-collect a nasal…

Benzinga · May 17, 2022

FDA May Authorize Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 Booster For 5-11 Year Kids Soon: NYT

The FDA is expected to authorize a booster shot of Pfizer Inc (NYSE:PFE) / BioNTech SE's (NASDAQ:BNTX) COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5 to 11 probably by today, the New York Times reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The companies submitted an application to the FDA for authorization last month. They have cited data from…

Benzinga · May 17, 2022

Spain holiday balcony warning as Irish tourists face huge fines for breaking little-known rule

While most Covid travel restrictions have been lifted, there are still many reasons why a trip to Spain could be risky if you're not aware of local laws and customs

Irish Mirror · May 17, 2022

Spain extends entry rules as holidaymakers urged to check restrictions before flying

Anyone planning a trip to Spain should check the rules to ensure they do not get turned away at departures.

Daily Record · May 17, 2022

Lanarkshire-based Rangers fan tells how taxi driver saved his Europa League final dream

Graeme Lee was forced to make a trip to Luton to catch the flight

Daily Record · May 17, 2022

North Korean Military Ramps Up Covid Response as Outbreak Grows

North Korean military medics ramped up the distribution of medicines to fight a growing coronavirus outbreak, state media said on Tuesday, with the number of reported cases of "fever" nearing 1.5 million. Leader Kim Jong Un has ordered nationwide lockdowns to try and slow the spread of the disease through…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 17, 2022

Beijing locks down more people in China's 'zero-COVID' fight

Authorities in Beijing are restricting more residents to their homes in a now 3-week-long effort to control a small but persistent COVID-19 outbreak in the Chinese capital

The Independent UK · May 17, 2022

Government strikes deal with Greens and SA Best to end COVID-19 emergency declaration

A deal has been struck to pass law changes through the state parliament's upper house that will modify how COVID will be managed in South Australia.

ABC News · May 17, 2022

Dublin pubs: Outdoor pints and dining to be extended for summer

Hospitality businesses will be hoping for a bonanza summer as ministers are set to pave the way for another season of Mediterranean-style socialising

Dublin Live · May 17, 2022

Kim Jong-Un Warns Against 'Slightest Imperfection' As He Deploys Army To Battle North Korea COVID-19 Crisis

As North Korea's COVID-19 infection rate moves past the million mark with a death toll of 56, its leader Kim Jong-un has deployed the country's "powerful forces to all pharmacies in Pyongyang City and began to supply medicines."

Benzinga · May 17, 2022