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Opinion: The COVID vaccine success story can be a springboard for future research

Wed, 2023-01-25 10:16 — mike kraft

The COVID vaccine success story as a springboard for future research CIDRAP

The harmonized approach and broad database created by the COVID-19 Prevention Network (CoVPN), or Operation Warp Speed (OWS), to rapidly develop life-saving SARS-CoV-2 vaccines can be harnessed for future research on other public health threats that require a speedy response, according to a special communication published yesterday in JAMA Network Open.

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Bivalent updated COVID-19 boosters struggle to prevent subvariant transmission – reseqarcher says new approaches are necessary

Wed, 2023-01-25 10:02 — mike kraft

Even bivalent updated COVID-19 boosters struggle to prevent omicron subvariant transmission – an immunologist discusses why new approaches are necessary The FDA is proposing an annual shot against COVID-19, signaling that a new approach is needed. wildpixel/iStock via Getty Images PlusBy almost any measure, the vaccination campaign against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, has been a global success. As of January 2023, more than 12 billion vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 have been administered in an effort that has saved countless lives – more than 14 million in the first year of vaccine availability alone.

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Debate over whether Covid reinfection bring more health risks – or makes you ‘super immune’?

Tue, 2023-01-24 10:07 — mike kraft

Does Covid reinfection bring more health risks – or make you ‘super immune’? The debate over the risks of reinfections – which are likely to continue – could determine what precautions people take, but experts disagree on the data the Guardian

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WHO seeks $2.5 billion to battle health emergencies in troubled countries

Mon, 2023-01-23 18:11 — mike kraft

WHO seeks $2.5 billion to battle health emergencies The World Health Organization on Monday launched a funding appeal for $2.54 billion to help people facing health emergencies across the world including in conflicts in Yemen, Syria and Ukraine. Reuters Reuters

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What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 reinfection

Mon, 2023-01-23 17:56 — mike kraft

What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 reinfection Newer COVID-19 variants are contributing to second or even third SARS-CoV-2 infections. Learn how to avoid the worse outcomes linked to reinfection. American Medical Association

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CDC is discussing with airlines testing wastewater in planes for covid

Mon, 2023-01-23 09:51 — mike kraft

CDC is talking to airlines about wastewater testing in planes. New reports support that strategy. Analyzing airplane sewage could help scientists track new Covid variants entering the U.S., or identify novel pathogens. NBC News

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The U.S. has been monitoring for the coronavirus in wastewater since the CDC launched its National Wastewater Surveillance System in September 2020. But that testing mainly involves wastewater from households or buildings, not samples from airports or planes.

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How Long a Person is Contagious With The Latest COVID Variant

Fri, 2023-01-20 10:10 — mike kraft

Here’s How Long You’re Contagious With The Latest COVID Variant It can be hard to know if you’re putting others at risk, but there are rules you can follow to help protect those around you. YahooNews

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Long story short, you are likely contagious for about 10 days after symptoms begin. You should isolate for the first five days and wear a mask on at least days six through 10.

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More on rapid COVID tests: So far so good if used properly

Fri, 2023-01-20 09:53 — mike kraft

Is it time for a reality check on rapid COVID tests? At-home rapid tests have become a staple of COVID-19 precautions, but some experts worry that people are relying too much on these tests and that's creating a false sense of security. NPR

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Covid booster shots should be taken annually--Yale study

Fri, 2023-01-20 09:39 — mike kraft

How often do you need a COVID booster shot? Yearly, new data suggests. Yale researchers have found people need annual COVID-19 booster shots to prevent or slow down outbreaks. Here's what to know. YahooNews

Healthy people should get annual COVID-19 boosters to prevent widespread outbreaks, a new study from Yale University suggests.

Yearly shots provide just enough frequency to prevent huge outbreaks, while not putting an undo burden on people.

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Lack of vaccination, severe illness tied to higher risk of long COVID --new study

Fri, 2023-01-20 09:30 — mike kraft

Lack of vaccination, severe illness tied to higher risk of long COVID CIDRAP

A US military study suggests that people who are unvaccinated against COVID-19 and those with moderate or severe infections are at significantly higher risk for persistent symptoms for 1 to 6 months.

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