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Publisher: the Guardian

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1 Dec 2021

Severe Covid infection doubles chances of dying in following year – study

Research suggests serious bouts of illness with virus may significantly damage long-term health, and people with sever COVID illness are twice as likely to die in the following year, which makes the case for vaccination.
Research suggests serious bouts of illness with virus may significantly damage long-term health, and people with sever...
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Publisher: COVID-19 Treatment Guidelines

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22 Nov 2021

Ivermectin – COVID-19 Treatment Guidelines

Ivermectin has been shown to inhibit the replication of SARS-CoV-2 in cell cultures.13 However, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies suggest that achieving the plasma concentrations necessary for the antiviral efficacy detected in vitro would require administration of doses up to 100-fold higher than those approved for use in humans.
Ivermectin has been shown to inhibit the replication of SARS-CoV-2 in cell cultures.13 However, pharmacokinetic and...
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ivermectin, treatment
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Publisher: Fast Company

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21 Nov 2021

You’re getting a COVID-19 booster. How about 2022 and beyond?

The reason a different flu vaccine is developed every year is because the flu itself is different every year. By contrast, the reason the FDA approved a COVID-19 booster is not because the virus has changed, but because immunity is waning. So for the moment, there’s no reason to think annual COVID-19 vaccination will necessarily become routine.
The reason a different flu vaccine is developed every year is because the flu itself is different every year. By...
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booster shots, vaccine
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Publisher: Washington Post

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14 Nov 2021

For many ICU survivors and their families, life is never the same

Physical, mental and cognitive problems can last years after covid-19 or other severe illness is conquered. Intensive care has saved countless lives since January 2020, but the invasive process can also yield a poorly recognized cluster of serious consequences that together constitute “post-intensive care syndrome.”
Physical, mental and cognitive problems can last years after covid-19 or other severe illness is conquered. Intensive...
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Publisher: Los Angeles Times

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5 Nov 2021

Study shows dramatic decline in effectiveness of all three COVID-19 vaccines over time

As the Delta variant became the dominant strain of coronavirus across the United States, all three COVID-19 vaccines available to Americans lost some of their protective power, with vaccine efficacy among a large group of veterans dropping between 35% and 85%, according to a new study.
As the Delta variant became the dominant strain of coronavirus across the United States, all three COVID-19 vaccines...
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Publisher: The Guardian

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29 Sep 2021

Covid: 37% of people have symptoms six months after infection

Researchers at Oxford University found 37% of patients had at least one long Covid symptom diagnosed three to six months after infection. The most common symptoms were breathing problems, abdominal symptoms, fatigue, pain and anxiety or depression.
Researchers at Oxford University found 37% of patients had at least one long Covid symptom diagnosed three to six months...
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infection data, long haulers
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Publisher: Washington Post

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24 Sep 2021

Pediatric covid-19 cases rose faster in counties without school mask requirements, CDC says

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday offered more evidence that school mask requirements can help keep children healthy and in classrooms, showing lower spikes in pediatric covid cases and fewer school closures in places that require them.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday offered more evidence that school mask requirements can help...
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children, face masks, infection data
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Publisher: U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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3 Sep 2021

Why You Should Not Use Ivermectin to Treat or Prevent COVID-19

Ivermectin tablets are approved by the FDA to treat people with intestinal strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis, two conditions caused by parasitic worms. Using the Drug ivermectin to treat COVID-19 can be dangerous and even lethal. The FDA has not approved the drug for that purpose.
Ivermectin tablets are approved by the FDA to treat people with intestinal strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis, two...
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ivermectin, treatment
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Publisher: Washington Post

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20 Aug 2021

U.S. officials reviewing possibility Moderna vaccine is linked to higher risk of uncommon side effect than previously thought

Federal health officials are investigating emerging reports that the Moderna coronavirus vaccine may be associated with a higher risk of a heart condition called myocarditis in younger adults than previously believed, according to two people familiar with the review who emphasized the side effect still probably remains uncommon.
Federal health officials are investigating emerging reports that the Moderna coronavirus vaccine may be associated with...
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myocarditis, risks, side effects, vaccine
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Publisher: NYTimes

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17 Aug 2021

In a Handful of States, Early Data Hint at a Rise in Breakthrough Infections

Since Americans first began rolling up their sleeves for coronavirus vaccines, health officials have said that those who are immunized are very unlikely to become infected, or to suffer serious illness or death. But preliminary data from seven states hint that the arrival of the Delta variant in July may have altered the calculus. Breakthrough infections are also likely to be most severe among older adults or those who have conditions like obesity or diabetes.
Since Americans first began rolling up their sleeves for coronavirus vaccines, health officials have said that those who...
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delta varriant, risks, the vaccinated
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Publisher: Washington Post

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15 Aug 2021

Iceland has been a vaccination success. Why is it seeing a coronavirus surge?

Vaccine opponents have gleefully pointed to Iceland as proof that the shots are a “failure.” But contrary to online misinformation and conspiratorial social media posts, infectious-disease experts say Iceland’s outbreak actually illustrates how effective the vaccines are at preventing the virus’s most severe impacts.
Vaccine opponents have gleefully pointed to Iceland as proof that the shots are a “failure.” But contrary to online...
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immunity, the vaccinated
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Publisher: NYTimes

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12 Aug 2021

See How Vaccines Can Make the Difference in Delta Variant’s Impact

In a Times simulation, we modeled Delta-driven Covid outbreaks in two communities, one with a high vaccination rate and another with a low rate. Their levels of serious illness and death were starkly different.
In a Times simulation, we modeled Delta-driven Covid outbreaks in two communities, one with a high vaccination rate and...
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Publisher: STAT

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10 Aug 2021

When and how will we know if we need Covid-19 booster shots?

Public health officials, not pharmaceutical executives, will be making the final call on when and whether booster shots will be needed. Pfizer and other manufacturers will surely try to push for approvals; Moderna is already testing a Delta-variant-specific booster.
Public health officials, not pharmaceutical executives, will be making the final call on when and whether booster shots...
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Publisher: NYTimes

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10 Aug 2021

We Studied One Million Students. This Is What We Learned About Masking.

For more than a year, we’ve worked with North Carolina school districts and charter schools, studying the rate of new Covid cases, the efficacy of mitigation measures such as masking and the increased risks of participating in school-sponsored sports. We have learned a few things for certain:
For more than a year, we’ve worked with North Carolina school districts and charter schools, studying the rate of new...
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children, face masks, risks
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Publisher: NY Times

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23 May 2021

CDC is Investigating Heart Problems in a Few Young Covid-19 Vaccine Recipients

The agency is reviewing several dozen reports that teenagers and young adults may have developed myocarditis after vaccination, officials said. But the agency has not determined whether the vaccine caused the condition.
The agency is reviewing several dozen reports that teenagers and young adults may have developed myocarditis after...
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Publisher: Kaiser Health News

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14 May 2021

What Does Approval of the Pfizer Vaccine for Teens and Preteens Mean for My Child? | Kaiser Health News

The share of covid cases in children and teens is increasing — nearly a quarter of the new weekly covid cases were found in this age group, as reported May 6 by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association.
The share of covid cases in children and teens is increasing — nearly a quarter of the new weekly covid cases were...
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Publisher: Washington Post

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24 Apr 2021

It’s possible to get covid after vaccine

Based on a Washington Post analysis of data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The Post estimates about 21,000 of 470,000 people who tested positive for coronavirus for the week ended Sunday already had their first dose.
Based on a Washington Post analysis of data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The Post estimates...
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Publisher: NYTimes

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22 Apr 2021

Are Masks Necessary Outdoors?

Should you still be wearing a mask outdoors? And how should you reorient your family’s life once the adults have been vaccinated but the children have not yet been?
Should you still be wearing a mask outdoors? And how should you reorient your family’s life once the adults have been...
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Publisher: Axios

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22 Apr 2021

Coronavirus cases aren’t budging — even after vaccinations doubled

The U.S. is pumping out coronavirus vaccines by the millions, but the coronavirus isn’t slowing down.The big picture: This spring has seen a surge in vaccinations but almost no change in the coronavirus’ spread, leaving the U.S. with an outbreak that’s still too big.
The U.S. is pumping out coronavirus vaccines by the millions, but the coronavirus isn’t slowing down.The big picture:...
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Publisher: Mahoning Matters

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21 Apr 2021

Can dogs smell COVID-19 on people?

In its study, nine dogs were able to identify positive coronavirus samples with 96 percent accuracy on average after three weeks of training. Researchers say using dogs can help catch people who are infected and don’t know it — otherwise known as asymptomatic carriers — before they spread the virus to others.
In its study, nine dogs were able to identify positive coronavirus samples with 96 percent accuracy on average after...
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detection, prevention
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Publisher: STAT

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20 Apr 2021

We know a lot about Covid-19. Experts have many more questions

More than two dozen virologists, epidemiologists, and others responded to STAT's question about what they still most wanted to know. The questions answer a range of concerns with immunity, viral load, reactivation, mutation, children and more.
More than two dozen virologists, epidemiologists, and others responded to STAT's question about what they still most...
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asymptomatic, children, immunity, long haulers, mutation, reactivation, viral load
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Publisher: Healthline

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5 Apr 2021

Why Experts Think You’ll Need a COVID-19 Booster Shot in the Future

As COVID-19 vaccinations increase drastically in the United States, experts are keeping a wary eye on the rising number of coronavirus variants.A recent survey of epidemiologists, virologists, and infectious disease specialists found that many worry new mutations of the coronavirus could render current vaccines useless within a year.
As COVID-19 vaccinations increase drastically in the United States, experts are keeping a wary eye on the rising number...
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Publisher: Asia Times

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4 Mar 2021

Five Koreans die after AstraZeneca vaccination

Five South Koreans have died in the last two days after receiving the Covid-19 vaccine produced by AstraZeneca, sparking a presidential response and contributed to rising global concerns about the dose. According to local media reports, the five who died – two on Wednesday and three on Thursday – all had significant pre-existing medical conditions.
Five South Koreans have died in the last two days after receiving the Covid-19 vaccine produced by AstraZeneca, sparking...
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Publisher: The Guardian

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1 Mar 2021

Data on long Covid in UK children is cause for concern, scientists say

Recently published data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has caused worry. The data suggest that 13% of under 11s and about 15% of 12- to 16-year-olds reported at least one symptom five weeks after a confirmed Covid-19 infection.
Recently published data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has caused worry. The data suggest that 13% of...
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children, long haulers
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Publisher: NY Times

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25 Feb 2021

New Findings on 2 Ways Children Become Seriously Ill From the Coronavirus

The study, published on Wednesday in the journal JAMA, analyzed 1,116 cases of young people who were treated at 66 hospitals in 31 states. Slightly more than half the patients had acute Covid-19, the predominantly lung-related illness that afflicts most adults who get sick from the virus, while 539 patients had the inflammatory syndrome that has erupted in some children weeks after they have had a typically mild initial infection.
The study, published on Wednesday in the journal JAMA, analyzed 1,116 cases of young people who were treated at 66...
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children, inflammation, symptoms
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Publisher: Our World in Data

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17 Feb 2021

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Vaccinations Statistics and Research

This sites offers the cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccination doses administered per country. The data on COVID-19 vaccinations is updated each morning (London time), with the most recent official numbers up to the previous day.
This sites offers the cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccination doses administered per country. The data on COVID-19...
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Publisher: NYTimes

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16 Feb 2021

Covid-Linked Syndrome in Children Is Growing and Cases Are More Severe

Doctors across the country have been seeing a striking increase in the number of young people with the condition Braden had, which is called Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children or MIS-C. Even more worrisome, they say, is that more patients are now very sick than during the first wave of cases, which alarmed doctors and parents around the world last spring.
Doctors across the country have been seeing a striking increase in the number of young people with the condition Braden...
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Publisher: Washington Post

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16 Feb 2021

The vaccinated need to know: What’s safe for them to do?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s official guidance is that vaccinated people need to keep masking, physical distancing and basically following all pre-vaccine precautions. Those eager to fly across the country to see loved ones might hesitate because they are warned against viewing vaccination as a “free pass to travel.”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s official guidance is that vaccinated people need to keep masking,...
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Publisher: Washington Post

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15 Feb 2021

A covid long hauler on the hope of feeling better

I caught this virus before anyone had even died in Illinois. That was like a century ago, right? Now we’re talking about Year Two, vaccines, new variants, a new administration, but for me it’s still exactly the same. I’m always in this bed. I’m always in this room. I’ve been sick for the last 330 days.
I caught this virus before anyone had even died in Illinois. That was like a century ago, right? Now we’re talking...
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Publisher: The Conversation

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10 Feb 2021

Temperature scanners aren’t good at telling who has COVID-19 – here’s how to fix that

Skin temperature isn't a reliable measure of whether someone has a fever, furthermore infected people don't always have a fever and forehead temperature is not the most reliable measure! Scans should instead focus on other parts of the body.
Skin temperature isn't a reliable measure of whether someone has a fever, furthermore infected people don't always have...
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Publisher: Vox

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21 Jan 2021

Covid variant found in South Africa worries scientists

There’s evidence from several small, and not-yet-peer-reviewed, studies that mutations in the South Africa variant — known as 501Y.V2 and already present in at least 23 countries — may have a higher risk of Covid-19 reinfection in people who’ve already been sick and still should have some immunity to the disease.
There’s evidence from several small, and not-yet-peer-reviewed, studies that mutations in the South Africa variant —...
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mutation, reactivation
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Publisher: Wales Online

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18 Jan 2021

Almost a third of Covid patients discharged from hospital are re-admitted in five months

The research by Leicester University and the Office for National Statistics (ONS) also found that up to one in eight die of Covid-related complications. It found that out of 47,780 people discharged from hospital in the first wave, 29.4 per cent returned to hospital within 140 days and 12.3 per cent died.
The research by Leicester University and the Office for National Statistics (ONS) also found that up to one in eight die...
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mortality data, reactivation
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Publisher: wsj

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15 Jan 2021

Why the New Covid-19 Variants Could Be More Infectious

As viruses replicate, they change, or mutate. Some mutations give these viral variants an edge, such as being better able to latch on to and infect human cells. That’s what scientists think happened with the coronavirus variant that swept through the U.K. recently and which is now showing up in states across the U.S.
As viruses replicate, they change, or mutate. Some mutations give these viral variants an edge, such as being better...
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Publisher: Forbes

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4 Jan 2021

Coronavirus Immunity May Last Years, Possibly Even Decades, Study Suggests

Immunity to the novel coronavirus may last eight months or longer, according to a new study authored by respected scientists at leading labs, which found that individuals who recovered from the coronavirus developed “robust” levels of B cells and T cells (necessary for fighting off the virus) and “these cells may persist in the body for a very, very long time.”
Immunity to the novel coronavirus may last eight months or longer, according to a new study authored by respected...
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immunity, vaccine
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Publisher: Washington Post

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1 Jan 2021

Monoclonal antibodies: Overburdened hospitals are not offering this treatment against covid-19

Monoclonal antibodies — described as “unbelievable” by President Trump, who received the treatment this fall — are designed for patients newly diagnosed with covid-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus, who have a high risk of developing complications and becoming seriously ill.
Monoclonal antibodies — described as “unbelievable” by President Trump, who received the treatment this fall —...
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Publisher: NYTimes

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30 Dec 2020

Small Number of Covid Patients Develop Severe Psychotic Symptoms

Although the coronavirus was initially thought primarily to cause respiratory distress, there is now ample evidence of many other symptoms, including neurological, cognitive and psychological effects, that could emerge even in patients who didn’t develop serious lung, heart or circulatory problems.
Although the coronavirus was initially thought primarily to cause respiratory distress, there is now ample evidence of...
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Publisher: Axios

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29 Dec 2020

WHO: No evidence vaccines prevent COVID-19 spread

World Health Organization chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan told a virtual briefing Monday people who've been vaccinated for COVID-19 "need to take the same precautions" as those who haven't "till there's a certain level of herd immunity."
World Health Organization chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan told a virtual briefing Monday people who've been...
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herd immunity, precautions, vaccine
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Publisher: Undark Magazine

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22 Dec 2020

When Should Kids Be Part of Covid-19 Vaccine Trials?

Although most pediatricians believe the eventual vaccination of children will be crucial to subduing the Covid virus, they’re split on how fast to move toward. Much of the debate centers on two issues: the degree of harm Covid-19 causes children, and the extent to which children are spreading the virus to their friends, teachers, parents, and grandparents.
Although most pediatricians believe the eventual vaccination of children will be crucial to subduing the Covid virus,...
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children, vaccine
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Publisher: Washington Post

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21 Dec 2020

New coronavirus mutation in United Kingdom: What we know so far

British researchers said the new mutation can spread 70 percent faster than other variations of the coronavirus. Variations to the virus are nothing new, and experts say the novel coronavirus does not mutate as much as influenza, meaning it is less likely that a vaccine would need to be developed every year to keep up with the new strains.
British researchers said the new mutation can spread 70 percent faster than other variations of the coronavirus....
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mutation, transmission, vaccine
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Publisher: BBC News

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14 Dec 2020

‘New variant’ of coronavirus identified in England

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said at least 60 different local authorities had recorded Covid infections caused by the new variant. He said the World Health Organization had been notified and UK scientists were doing detailed studies. He said there was "nothing to suggest" it caused worse disease or that vaccines would no longer work.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said at least 60 different local authorities had recorded Covid infections caused by the...
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Publisher: The Guardian

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12 Dec 2020

‘Autoantibodies’ may be driving severe Covid cases, study shows

Dramatic levels of “friendly fire” from the immune system may drive severe Covid-19 disease and leave patients with “long Covid” – when medical problems persist for a significant time after the virus has been beaten – scientists have said.
Dramatic levels of “friendly fire” from the immune system may drive severe Covid-19 disease and leave patients with...
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antibody, infection data, long haulers
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Publisher: NYTimes

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8 Dec 2020

Here’s Why Vaccinated People Still Need to Wear a Mask

The new Covid-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna seem to be remarkably good at preventing serious illness. But it’s unclear how well they will curb the spread of the coronavirus. That’s because the Pfizer and Moderna trials tracked only how many vaccinated people became sick with Covid-19.
The new Covid-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna seem to be remarkably good at preventing serious illness. But it’s...
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face masks, reactivation, transmission, vaccine
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Publisher: Johns Hopkins

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2 Dec 2020

COVID-19 United States Cases by County

Using this map you can get detailed information to the county level. Simply select the state and county from the menus on the top right corner of the map to get your answers.
Using this map you can get detailed information to the county level. Simply select the state and county from the menus...
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Publisher: Ars Technica

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1 Dec 2020

CDC experts voted: Here’s who should get the first COVID-19 vaccine doses

The very first doses of any approved COVID-19 vaccine should go to both front-line health care workers and residents of long-term care facilities, a committee of expert advisers for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended in an emergency meeting Tuesday evening.
The very first doses of any approved COVID-19 vaccine should go to both front-line health care workers and residents of...
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distribution, vaccine
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Publisher: Covid Exit Strategy

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1 Dec 2020

Tracking Our COVID-19 Response by States in the US

This chart tracks each states progress towards its reduction in symptoms and cases, health system readiness and increased testing. Learn about the precent of test target, ICU occupied, number of cases per million per day and the COVID+ rate in the state
This chart tracks each states progress towards its reduction in symptoms and cases, health system readiness and...
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Publisher: COVID Tracking

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30 Nov 2020

The COVID Racial Data Tracker

The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t affecting all communities the same way. The COVID Racial Data Dashboard helps us track this inequity by publishing topline racial data compared with state demographic data.
The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t affecting all communities the same way. The COVID Racial Data Dashboard helps us track...
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Publisher: Covid19 Risk

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24 Nov 2020

COVID-19 Event Risk Assessment Planning Tool

Using this interactive map you can see the risk level of attending an event, given the event size and location. You can reduce the risk that one case becomes many by wearing a mask, distancing, and gathering outdoors in smaller groups.
Using this interactive map you can see the risk level of attending an event, given the event size and location. You can...
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Publisher: Inside Highered

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18 Nov 2020

Duke study highlights importance of broad asymptomatic testing

A new study on Duke University’s coronavirus testing and surveillance strategy highlights the importance of widespread testing of asymptomatic individuals to prevent transmission and provides support for the feasibility of a pooled testing approach, in which multiple samples are combined in a single test.
A new study on Duke University’s coronavirus testing and surveillance strategy highlights the importance of widespread...
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Publisher: NYTimes

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18 Nov 2020

New Pfizer Results: Coronavirus Vaccine Is Safe and 95% Effective

The drug maker Pfizer said on Wednesday that its coronavirus vaccine had no serious side effects, the first step of complete results from a late stage vaccine trial. The data showed that the vaccine prevented mild and servere forms of COVID-19
The drug maker Pfizer said on Wednesday that its coronavirus vaccine had no serious side effects, the first step of...
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Publisher: U.S.

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15 Nov 2020

China finds coronavirus on frozen meat, packaging from Latin America

It is important that you wash your hands after you handle food packaging. The Chinese city of Jinan said over the weekend it had found coronavirus on beef and tripe and their packaging from Brazil, Bolivia and New Zealand, while two other provincial capitals detected it on packaging on pork from Argentina.
It is important that you wash your hands after you handle food packaging. The Chinese city of Jinan said over the...
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precautions, transmission
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Publisher: ZDoggMD

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15 Nov 2020

Will COVID Vaccine Turn Us Into 5G Antennas?

Dr. Christiane Northrup went viral with some interesting claims about the mRNA COVID vaccines. This video debunks her claims and explains that the COVID19 vaccine is not a conspiracy to control you.
Dr. Christiane Northrup went viral with some interesting claims about the mRNA COVID vaccines. This video debunks her...
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Publisher: Inside Highered

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13 Nov 2020

Vaccines on the horizon, but ‘normal’ is still far off for colleges

Even Though there is promising news about vaccines, and Pfizer has announced a vaccine that is 90% effective, scientist say what the vaccine is effective against is going to matter a lot for the timeline of the pandemic.
Even Though there is promising news about vaccines, and Pfizer has announced a vaccine that is 90% effective, scientist...
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Publisher: The Week

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11 Nov 2020

Testing COVID-19 T cells instead of antibodies more accurately finds past infections

Most tests to determine if somebody has already been infected with COVID-19 check for antibodies, but a new study in Italy found that those tests are much less accurate than a new type that looks for a type of immune cell called a T cell.
Most tests to determine if somebody has already been infected with COVID-19 check for antibodies, but a new study in...
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infections, t cells, testing
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Publisher: Forbes

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20 Oct 2020

Japanese Supercomputer Shows How Coronavirus Spreads In A Dining Setting

A new simulation from the Fugaku supercomputer in Japan demonstrates how the seating arrangement can make a difference to how easily the coronavirus is transmitted to dining companions at the same table. Humidity seems to make a difference in transmission.
A new simulation from the Fugaku supercomputer in Japan demonstrates how the seating arrangement can make a difference...
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Publisher: Quartz

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19 Oct 2020

More adults have died from dementia during the Covid-19 pandemic

More people have died from the pandemic than initially reported. Looking at the excess deaths in the US during the first five months of the Pandemic we find excess deaths as a result of heart disease, alzheimer's and dementia not directly related to coronavirus.
More people have died from the pandemic than initially reported. Looking at the excess deaths in the US during the first...
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Publisher: The Conversation

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15 Oct 2020

WHO is right: lockdowns should be short and sharp

WHO says the lockdowns are a good tactic in situations where the transmission is spiralling out of control and a threat that the health system will be overwhelmed. But they should not be used as the main strategy and the decision should be considered carefully.
WHO says the lockdowns are a good tactic in situations where the transmission is spiralling out of control and a threat...
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Publisher: Science

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13 Oct 2020

Found: genes that sway the course of the coronavirus

Scientist have pinned down common gene variants that are linked to the most severe cases of COVID19 and the reason why some people get very sick and others show only mild symptoms. This discovery leads to discovery of existing drugs that could be repurposed to help sick patients.
Scientist have pinned down common gene variants that are linked to the most severe cases of COVID19 and the reason why...
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detection, drugs, treatment
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Publisher: NPR.org

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12 Oct 2020

First Confirmed Case Of U.S. Coronavirus Reinfection

A 25-year-old was infected twice with the coronavirus earlier this year, scientists in Nevada have confirmed. It is the first confirmed case of so-called reinfection with the virus in the U.S. and the fifth confirmed reinfection case worldwide.
A 25-year-old was infected twice with the coronavirus earlier this year, scientists in Nevada have confirmed. It is the...
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Publisher: The Conversation

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12 Oct 2020

How can cloth stop a tiny virus? What’s the best fabric? Do they protect the wearer?

Epidemiologists reviewed 25 studies of cloth face masks. Here’s what they found out about how well they work, why they work, who they protect and why the mosquito and chain-link fence analogy is wrong.
Epidemiologists reviewed 25 studies of cloth face masks. Here’s what they found out about how well they work, why they...
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Publisher: CNBC

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12 Oct 2020

Virus that causes Covid-19 can survive for 28 days on surfaces, research says

The virus responsible for Covid-19 can survive for up to 28 days on surfaces such as glass, steel, vinyl, paper and polymer banknotes, Australian researchers said on Monday, reinforcing the importance of effective cleaning and handwashing to curb the spread of the disease.
The virus responsible for Covid-19 can survive for up to 28 days on surfaces such as glass, steel, vinyl, paper and...
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case study, transmission
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Publisher: BBC News

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6 Oct 2020

‘Long Covid’: Why are some people not recovering?

This post answers some important question about long haulers. In essence some people experience symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath, joint pain, chest pain, cough. These symptoms are not related to the severity of the infection.
This post answers some important question about long haulers. In essence some people experience symptoms like fatigue,...
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infection data, long haulers
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Publisher: Undark Magazine

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6 Oct 2020

What Should the U.S. Learn from South Korea’s Covid-19 Success?

South Korea's response to Covid-19 has been widely praised. The reason for their success is contact tracing. They have been able to quickly identify people exposed to the virus and the citizens comply with a 2 week quarantine to stop the spread.
South Korea's response to Covid-19 has been widely praised. The reason for their success is contact tracing. They have...
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