South Africa COVID-19 omicron study indicates less likelihood of hospitalization, severe illness

Preliminary food from a south-africa” target=”_blank”>South African< omicron variant indicates a possible less likelihood of hospitalization and severe illness than with other variants.  A preprint of the study, which has yet to receive certification by peer review, indicates that individuals with S Gene Target Failure (SGTF) – which is an indicator that presumes omicron infection…

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Army develops COVID-19 vaccine that may provide protection against all variants

The U.S. military has developed a infectious-disease it says may provide protection against all infectious-disease variants.  The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) developed a 24-sided object to which it attached various protein spikes from coronavirus variants. The vaccine has completed phase 1 trials, but researchers have yet to test it against the omicron…

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Omicron: What are the variant's symptoms?

Cases of the omicron infectious-disease variant have been spreading rapidly around the world – including in the U.S. – forcing health leaders to take action.  Much remains unknown about the new variant, but nations like the U.S. have acted quickly to respond, implementing controversial travela> restrictions and updating mask-wearing guidance.< The concern is that the…

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COVID-19 pandemic paradox: People feel powerless despite unprecedented scientific progress

infectious-disease pandemic paradox: people still feel powerless despite unprecedented scientifica> progress as many across the world suffer loneliness <.   Before the pandemic was in full swing, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated about one in five adults lived with a mental-health” target=”_blank”>mental illness<.    But the next generation is also suffering: “I am…

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Pfizer COVID-19 pill may not see approval for 'months' despite 'impressive' data

The new Pfizer infectious-disease healthy-living may not see Emergency Use Authorization for another month as health officials continue to highlight the promising effects it may bring.  Dr. anthony-fauci” target=”_blank”>Anthony Fauci<, which someone would take within 48 hours of showing symptoms and continue to take for three to five days.  FAUCI: US ‘DEFINITELY’ SAW VARIANTS COMING,…

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Fauci: US 'definitely' saw variants coming, but omicron mutations 'unprecedented'

Dr. anthony-fauci” target=”_blank”>Anthony Fauci< officials expected variants of infectious-disease, the omicron variant showed “unprecedented” mutations that even caught experts off-guard.  The omicron variant has driven new cases to alarming levels in the past two weeks, causing some universities and businesses to mandate boosters or adopt more severe restriction measures again in an echo that reminds…

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COVID-19 booster mandates gain momentum as some businesses, universities add requirements

The rapid spread of the infectious-disease omicron infectious-disease has pushed the debate over vaccine booster shot mandates to the front as some regulation and education take matters into their own hands. world-health-organization” target=”_blank”>World Health Organization< said the variant has spread at a rate not seen with other variants. WHO reported that 77 countries had detected…

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