CDC Warns of Rising COVID-19, Flu, and RSV Cases Across the US By Pierre Herubel Dr. Mandy Cohen, Director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), addressed a congressional subcommittee on Thursday, delivering important updates on the surge of respiratory illnesses in the US, particularly those associated with flu, COVID-19, and respiratory […]
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The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking detailed information from Beijing regarding a mysterious pneumonia outbreak in northern China, which is particularly impacting children. This request has been made amidst a growing concern over the rise in respiratory illnesses and reported pneumonia clusters among children, according to Al Jazeera. The National Health Commission of China […]
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The first flu-related death of the 2023-24 season in Los Angeles County was confirmed by the Department of Public Health on Wednesday, with the deceased being an elderly individual with multiple underlying conditions, who had not been vaccinated for the current season. The severity of the illness was emphasized, including the common complication, pneumonia, which […]
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US CDC Expands Airport Surveillance to Prepare for Increased Respiratory Virus Circulation The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning that hospitalizations due to COVID-19, RSV, and flu are expected to exceed pre-pandemic levels. This worrying prediction comes as autumn and winter approach, when respiratory infections like influenza and RSV […]
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Young individuals have been found to have a lower risk of severe illness or fatality when infected with COVID-19 compared to older age groups. Researchers have now replicated this phenomenon in mice, marking a significant breakthrough. Scientists have used genetic modifications to introduce a human-like variant of COVID-19 to mice, enabling them to display symptoms […]
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NBA’s Strategies to Mitigate COVID-19 Exposure Outlined in Recent Report A comprehensive report has highlighted the strategies implemented by the National Basketball Association (NBA) to effectively mitigate COVID-19 exposure during the 2019-2020 season. The NBA’s approach, which included the creation of a social bubble, serves as a precedent for future pandemic management. The NBA temporarily […]
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Amazon Clinic Expands Healthcare Services to Treat Colds, Coughs, and Flu Amazon has announced that its online healthcare platform, Amazon Clinic, is now equipped to provide immediate and affordable medical treatments for common illnesses such as colds, coughs, and the flu. This new service can be accessed through the Amazon Clinic’s desktop and smartphone apps […]
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Scientists from UC Davis have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of medical imaging technology. They have successfully utilized dynamic total-body positron emission tomography (PET) to capture the immune response of the human body to COVID-19 infection in recovering patients. This innovative study provides valuable insights into how the immune system reacts to viral […]
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COVID-19 Medication Paxlovid’s Price Expected to Rise in 2024 In a recent development, Paxlovid, a crucial medication for COVID-19, is projected to see a significant increase in price as the US transitions out of the pandemic’s emergency phase. This has raised concerns about accessibility, with healthcare professionals worried about the impact on patients. Similar to […]
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Bat Genes Hold Secrets to COVID and Cancer Immunity, Scientists Say Bat genes have long fascinated researchers due to their remarkable ability to remain unaffected by both COVID and cancer. Despite hosting numerous coronaviruses, bats show no signs of illness. Scientists have been studying these genetic traits in an effort to understand and potentially transfer […]
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