The Latest Breaking News from Omicron

Should you get a COVID-19 booster shot now or wait until fall? Two immunologists help weigh the options

While COVID-19 vaccines continue to be highly effective at preventing hospitalization and death, it has become clear that the protection offered by the current vaccines wanes over time. This necessitates the use of booster shots that are safe and effective in enhancing the immune response against the virus and extending…

The Conversation · Jun 27, 2022

China's Clover says its Covid booster shot candidate lifts antibody against Omicron

BEIJING: China's Clover Biopharmaceuticals said on Monday a booster shot of its Covid-19 vaccine candidate significantly increased antibody response against the Omicron coronavirus variant from levels seen after two primary shots.

Bangkok Post · Jun 27, 2022

What are the isolation rules if you have Covid?

Current guidance means public no longer legally required to enter quarantine but doing so advisable for safety of others, particularly as cases rise

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022

Covid reinfections: How likely are you to catch coronavirus again as cases rise?

Do vaccines and booster shots protect against new variants? Here’s what you need to know

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022

Covid admissions on rise

Thailand is expected to observe a clearer picture of how the highly transmissible BA.4 and BA.5 sub-variants of Omicron are spreading in the kingdom in the coming weeks, experts say.

Bangkok Post · Jun 26, 2022

Most infectious Covid variants as Omicron fuels rise in UK cases

How the most common of the 11 variants compare

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2022

Nine Omicron symptoms affecting the fully vaccinated - and signs you may have it

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of variant, experts say

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2022

Covid reinfections: How likely are you to catch coronavirus again as UK cases rise?

Do vaccines and booster shots protect against new variants? Here’s what you need to know

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2022

Pfizer’s omicron booster improves immune response, company says

Pfizer’s two omicron-focused booster vaccines massively improve a person’s immune response against the COVID variant, the company said Saturday.

Tribune News Service · Jun 25, 2022

Warning as Omicron sub-variant cases surge

Victoria's chief health Officer is warning that a new Omicron sub-variant is on the rise in the state, following surges in other parts of the country.

AAP · Jun 25, 2022