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WHO official opposes boosters before 1st vaccines reach poor countries

Wed, 2021-08-18 13:27 — mike kraft

The Latest: WHO: Warns against boosters before 1st vaccines GENEVA — The chief scientist of the World Health Organization is warning of “even more dire situations” worldwide in the coronavirus pandemic if high-income countries start administering vaccine boosters ahead of poorer countries without vaccines. AP NEWS

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Some experts said the new research released by CDC today did not support recommending booster shots for all Americans.

Wed, 2021-08-18 12:51 — mike kraft

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released three studies on Wednesday that federal officials said provided evidence that booster shots of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna coronavirus vaccines would be needed by all Americans in the coming months.

But some experts said the new research did not support the decision to recommend booster shots for all Americans.

Taken together, the studies show that although the vaccines remain highly effective against hospitalizations, the bulwark they provide against infection with the virus has weakened in the past few months.

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WHO flags fake jabs in India, Africa

Wed, 2021-08-18 10:28 — mike kraft

Covishield: WHO flags fake jabs in India, Africa The health body says it has found counterfeit versions of the Indian-made Covishield vaccine. BBC News

The World Health Organization (WHO) said it has identified counterfeit versions of India's primary Covid vaccine, Covishield.

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Rise of delta variant and waning immunity are fueling breakthrough infections, experts say

Wed, 2021-08-18 10:20 — mike kraft

Rise of delta variant and waning immunity are fueling breakthrough infections, experts say Although vaccines lower risk of severe illness and death, officials see need for boosters Joel Achenbach, Ben Guarino Washington Post

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Overview: Biden administration plans to extend requirements for travellers to wear masks on public transport, and overseas developments

Tue, 2021-08-17 18:28 — mike kraft

Factbox: Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus The Biden administration plans to extend requirements for travellers to wear masks on airplanes, trains and buses and at airports and train stations through Jan. 18 to address COVID-19 risks, three sources told Reuters. Reuters Staff U.S.

(Reuters) - The Biden administration plans to extend requirements for travellers to wear masks on airplanes, trains and buses and at airports and train stations through Jan. 18 to address COVID-19 risks, three sources told Reuters.

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NIH director says Israeli data shows usefulness of COVID-19 boosters

Tue, 2021-08-17 13:38 — mike kraft

NIH director says Israeli data builds case for COVID-19 boosters National Institutes of Health Director Francis Collins said Tuesday that data from Israel on vaccine effectiveness waning over time helps show the need for booster shots eight months after initial Peter Sullivan TheHill

National Institutes of Health Director Francis Collins said Tuesday that data from Israel on vaccine effectiveness waning over time helps show the need for booster shots eight months after initial vaccination.

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ANALYSIS: ALthough Delta surges, Covid-19 Breakthrough Cases Remain Rare

Tue, 2021-08-17 12:19 — mike kraft

WSJ News Exclusive | As Delta Surges, Covid-19 Breakthrough Cases Remain Uncommon A WSJ analysis found a higher risk of infection from the Delta strain, but research shows that vaccines still protect against most serious illness. Robbie Whelan and Jared S. Hopkins WSJ

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Study: Even Moderate COVID Restrictions Can Slow The Spread Of The Virus — If They're Timely

Tue, 2021-08-17 10:34 — mike kraft

Even Moderate COVID Restrictions Can Slow The Spread Of The Virus — If They're Timely Mask mandates and other interventions can help stop a surge, even where vaccination rates are low, say scientists who combed through states' data. When they start and how long they last matters. NPR.org

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UK review finds COVID-19 shots do not raise risk of miscarriage

Mon, 2021-08-16 19:16 — mike kraft

Aug 16 (Reuters) - The UK's health regulator said on Monday COVID-19 vaccines did not raise the risk of miscarriage, and that it had not found any link between the shots and changes to menstrual periods.

"There is no pattern from the reports to suggest that any of the COVID-19 vaccines used in the UK, or any reactions to these vaccines, increase the risk of miscarriage or stillbirth," the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said in a statement.

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