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US could be in store for a 'grim beginning' to the new year, experts warn, as dual variants of Covid-19 spread

Mon, 2021-12-20 10:44 — mike kraft

(CNN) With the Delta and Omicron coronavirus variants spreading across the nation as the new year approaches, health experts are urging Americans to get vaccinated or boosted to protect themselves and others before they face greater chances of infection.

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U.S. could see 1 million cases per day, warns departing NIH director Francis Collins

Mon, 2021-12-20 10:19 — mike kraft

According to scientists' most pessimistic projections, the U.S. could reach over a half-million average daily infections by the end of January — more than double last winter's peak.

The outgoing director fears a worse situation.

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Moderna's Omicron-specific booster could start clinical trials early next year

Mon, 2021-12-20 09:39 — mike kraft

Moderna's Omicron-specific booster could start clinical trials early next year Biotechnology company Moderna continues to work on developing Covid-19 boosters that specifically target certain variants, including Delta and Omicron, Dr. Stephen Hoge, president of the company, said Monday. By Jack Guy and Aditi Sangal CNN

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Moderna says initial booster data shows good results on omicron

Mon, 2021-12-20 09:30 — mike kraft

Moderna: Initial booster data shows good results on omicron | AP News Moderna said Monday that a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine should offer protection against the rapidly spreading omicron variant. Moderna said lab tests showed the half-dose booster shot increased by 37 times the level of so-called neutralizing antibodies able to fight omicron. AP NEWS

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Hospitalizations rise across the U.S. ahead of holidays

Fri, 2021-12-17 18:14 — mike kraft

Covid-19 live updates: Hospitalizations rise across the U.S. ahead of holidays Public health officials warn that a winter surge caused by both the delta and omicron variants could have devastating outcomes. Washington Post

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CDC finds coronavirus testing of exposed children in schools can safely replace quarantine

Fri, 2021-12-17 11:49 — mike kraft

CDC finds coronavirus testing of exposed children in schools can safely replace quarantine Children exposed the virus needn't return to virtual learning if their schools can implement a rigorous testing regime instead. Laura Meckler Washington Post

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U.S. CDC handing out free COVID-19 test kits for international travelers

Fri, 2021-12-17 11:34 — mike kraft

CDC handing out free COVID-19 test kits for international travelers The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is handing out free coronavirus tests for international travelers during the holiday season. Lexi Lonas TheHill

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The CDC announced Thursday the initiative began Wednesday in a move to encourage international travelers to test themselves once they enter the country since the U.S. does not require it.

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