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Analysis: Senior WHO official weighs in on Covid, vaccines, and mistakes that were made

Mon, 2022-01-03 19:07 — mike kraft

A WHO official weighs in on Covid, vaccines, and mistakes that were made "The biggest collective failing has been that we've underestimated this microbe," the WHO's Mike Ryan says of SARS-CoV-2. Helen Branswell STAT

The Covid-19 pandemic has entered its third year, with no end in sight, and the world is fed up to the gills. A new and even more highly transmissible variant, Omicron, has been scorching through holiday gatherings over the past couple of weeks. People who are thrice vaccinated are among the infected.

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U.S. Schools snapshots: Masks, staff shortages. safety and testing

Mon, 2022-01-03 11:20 — mike kraft

Los Angeles County school teachers will be required to wear surgical grade masks As students return to school from winter break, teachers and staff at all schools in Los Angeles County will be required to wear surgical grade or higher level masks, according to updated guidance from the LA County Public Health Department. By <a href="/profiles/jessie-yeung">Jessie Yeung</a>, Adam Renton, Jack Guy, Ed Upright, Melissa Macaya, <a href="/profiles/melissa-mahtani" target="_blank">Melissa Mahtani</a> and Mike Hayes, CNN CNN

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FDA approves Pfizer boosters for more teens 12-16

Mon, 2022-01-03 10:27 — mike kraft

FDA expands Pfizer boosters for more teens as omicron surges | AP News The U.S. is expanding COVID-19 boosters as it confronts the omicron surge, with the Food and Drug Administration allowing extra Pfizer shots for children as young as 12. Boosters already are recommended for everyone 16 and older, and federal regulators on Monday decided they’re also warranted for 12- to 15-year-olds once enough time has passed since their last dose. AP NEWS

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Los Angeles County ilustration: COVID data show stark difference between vaccinated and unvaccinated

Fri, 2021-12-31 17:11 — mike kraft

LA County COVID data show stark difference between vaccinated and unvaccinated New data from Los Angeles County shows a sharp difference in the likelihood of death or hospitalization from COVID-19 in those who have been vaccinated versus those who have not. ABC7 Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Los Angeles County reported more than 20,000 new COVID-19 cases in one day on Thursday - but as grim as that news sounds, new data also shows how effective vaccines have been at containing the virus' most severe consequences: deaths and hospitalizations.

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Political analysis: Omicron complicates Biden vaccine mandate efforts

Fri, 2021-12-31 13:19 — mike kraft

Omicron puts pinch on Biden vaccine mandate efforts The rapidly spreading omicron variant poses a problem for the White House as officials try to convince a skeptical public that vaccine mandates are necessary. Nathaniel Weixel TheHill

The rapidly spreading omicron variant poses a problem for the White House as officials try to convince a skeptical public that vaccine mandates are necessary.

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Overview: Asia, the UK, Canada COvid-related developments

Fri, 2021-12-31 12:58 — mike kraft

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now Here's what you need to know about the coronavirus right now: Reuters Reuters

-- South Korea said on Friday it would extend stricter social distancing rules for two weeks amid a persistent surge in serious coronavirus infections and concerns over the spread of the highly contagious Omicron variant.

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Coronavirus FAQ: The difference between isolation and quarantine

Fri, 2021-12-31 12:30 — mike kraft

Coronavirus FAQ: Remind me, what's the difference between isolation and quarantine? The Centers for Disease Control changed its guidelines for isolation and quarantine during this pandemic. Not everyone is sure how to define those terms. Also, not everyone is 100% behind the changes. NPR.org

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Tests: home COVID-19 tests may be less sensitive in detect the omicron variant but are still important and useful

Fri, 2021-12-31 10:26 — mike kraft

Do at-home COVID-19 tests detect the omicron variant? | AP News Do at-home COVID-19 tests detect the omicron variant? Yes, but U.S. health officials say early data suggests they may be less sensitive at picking it up. Government recommendations for using at-home tests haven't changed. AP NEWS

Do at-home COVID-19 tests detect the omicron variant?

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CDC warns against cruises, even for the vaccinated

Thu, 2021-12-30 18:01 — mike kraft

CDC warns against cruises, regardless of vaccination status | AP News MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned people on Thursday not to go on cruises, regardless of their vaccination status, because of onboard outbreaks fueled by the omicron variant. AP NEWS

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The CDC said it has more than 90 cruise ships under investigation or observation as a result of COVID-19 cases. The agency did not disclose the number of infections.

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New mayor Eric Adams will keep N.Y.C.’s first-in-nation private-sector vaccine mandate in place.

Thu, 2021-12-30 12:39 — mike kraft

Eric Adams will keep N.Y.C.’s first-in-nation private-sector vaccine mandate in place. The New York Times

Following weeks of silence, Mayor-elect Eric Adams vowed on Thursday to keep New York City’s vaccine mandate for private-sector employees in place. The requirement, which was enacted by Mayor Bill de Blasio and is the first of its kind in the nation, went into effect on Monday, during Mr. de Blasio’s last week in office.

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