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US exit from WHO could see fifth of budget disappear -- Trump has long been critical of how the Geneva-based institution handled the Covid-19 pandemic.

Trump has long been critical of how the Geneva-based institution handled the Covid-19 pandemic.

BBC News - US News - 9 hours ago

COVID Map Update As 17 US States Report 'Very High' Virus Activity

"The wastewater viral activity levels may indicate the risk of infection in an area," the CDC explains.

Newsweek - Health - 12 hours ago

It's been 5 years since Washington's first COVID case. Here's what to know

SEATTLE — It’s been five years since the country’s first COVID-19 outbreak was recorded in Washington state.

The Columbian - Health - 1 day ago

COVID Map Update Reveals Worst Hit US States

6.6 percent of all COVID-19 tests across the country came back positive, but Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin had an 8.9 percent rate.

Newsweek - Health - 1 day ago

These COVID Symptoms Are Red Flags That You Need Medical Attention

Doctors share the warning signs of a severe infection and what warrants a visit with a doctor.

Huffington Post - Health - 2 days ago

COVID positivity rate among cold, cough patients in Karachi recorded 30%

Amid the ongoing cold wave in Karachi, the COVID-19 positivity rate among patients experiencing cold and cough symptoms has been recorded at 30%, Geo News reported on Saturday.According to Professor...

International The News - Health - 3 days ago

Bank of Canada admits it could have been clearer on pandemic-era measures in internal review

A Bank of Canada internal review found that the extraordinary measures it took during the pandemic could have been communicated more clearly, including an explanation of how its actions would be eased after a crisis has passed.

CBC News - Business - 4 days ago

Meet the Americans who still take COVID-19 precautions seriously

People with immune system health problems continue to take precautions against COVID-19 five years into the pandemic.

AP News - Health - 5 days ago

Biden health officials say they built up U.S. pandemic defenses. Trump promises changes

The Biden administration releases a 'road map' for maintaining defenses against infectious diseases, as President-elect Trump vows to dismantle some of them.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 7 days ago

Virus outbreak in China sparks pandemic concerns: What to know about HMPV

Cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, a contagious virus that can lead to respiratory disease, is reportedly spiking in northern China. Infectious disease experts say risk to the U.S. is low.

Fox News - Health - 13 days ago

5 years on: COVID-19's ongoing impact, search for answers

Five years ago, a cluster of people in Wuhan, China, fell sick with a virus never before seen in the world. The germ didn't have a name nor the...

Daily Sabah - Health - 15 days ago

Fraudsters go free unless Congress acts; expiration nears for pursuing ill-gotten pandemic relief

The coronavirus pandemic began five years ago — which means the first round of fraudsters is about to get away with their crimes.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 21 days ago

Waiting for Trump and playing dumb: China responds to COVID probe

As WHO prepares for President-elect Donald Trump's decision on US membership, it calls on China to share more information about the origins of COVID; Beijing claims shared all available information

YNET News - Science - 21 days ago

Bird flu uptick in US has CDC on alert for pandemic 'red flags': report

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is keeping close eye on pandemic indicators amid bird flu cases arising in the United States.

Fox News - Health - 21 days ago

Winter woes: Is it COVID-19, the flu, a common cold or RSV? Here's how to tell

Runny nose, cough and fever? Winter brings a wave of viral illnesses with similar symptoms but varying degrees of severity; what are the key differences, when should you consult a doctor and what should you know about vaccines and treatments? Here's a seasonal illness guide

YNET News - Science - 21 days ago

WHO still waiting on COVID origins data from China

Five years since COVID-19 first emerged in Wuhan, the UN health agency is calling on China to "share data and access so we can understand the origins" of the global pandemic.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 22 days ago

Digital health stocks got hammered by Wall Street in 2024 due to post-Covid slowdown

It's been nearly five years since the coronavirus broke out in the U.S., but digital health companies are still reeling.

CNBC - Health - 28 days ago

Qantas to Pay $120 Million in Compensation for COVID-19 Layoffs

1,820 ground crew members will receive a share of the compensation following court rulings.

Epoch Times - Business - 1 month ago

Trump picks Jay Bhattacharya, critic of COVID mandates, to lead National Institutes of Health

Donald Trump taps health economist Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, critic of COVID lockdowns and vaccine mandates, to the nation's top medical research agency.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 1 month ago

Don't wait for a holiday surge. Now is a good time to get your flu and COVID-19 vaccines

Health officials say it's important to get flu and COVID-19 vaccines ahead of the holidays when respiratory bugs tend to spread.

AP News - Health - 2 months ago

Depression was rising among young people in Southern California. COVID made it worse

New data from Southern California children, teens and young adults show that rising rates of depression and anxiety increased further during the pandemic.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 3 months ago

Free COVID tests are back. Here's how to get yours

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said it will again make four free COVID tests available through the mail for households.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 3 months ago

New genetic research points to Wuhan animal market as origin of COVID pandemic, study says

Samples taken in the pandemic's early weeks reinforce hypothesis that coronavirus emerged from live animal market, not a laboratory, new study says.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 months ago

The new COVID vaccine is here. Why these are the best times to get immunized

The CDC says September and October are generally the best times for most people to get a COVID shot, though there are other factors to consider.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 months ago

White House pressured Facebook over some COVID-19 content during the pandemic, Zuckerberg says

Meta Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg says senior Biden administration officials pressured Facebook to 'censor' some COVID-19 content during the pandemic.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 months ago

FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines; shots should be available in days

Pfizer and Moderna are set to begin shipping millions of doses. A third U.S. manufacturer, Novavax, expects its updated vaccine version to be available a little later.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 months ago

The US will pay Moderna $176 million to develop an mRNA pandemic flu vaccine

The U.S. government will pay the vaccine maker Moderna $176 million to accelerate development of a pandemic influenza vaccine.

AP News - Health - 6 months ago

India restarts Covid jab production as infections soar 30% in one day

Health officials conduct nationwide mock drills to test preparedness for Covid

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago

Covid test technology adapted to spot diabetes and Lyme disease

Aberdeen-based Vertebrate Antibodies Ltd is working with US biotech firm Innova Medical Group.

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago

WHO chief admits key error it made at start of Covid outbreak

Soumya Swaminathan has expressed regret at the WHO’s early stance on airborne transmission

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago

Researchers find majority of long Covid patients are women

Researchers believe differences in immune responses could explain gender gap

Independent UK - Health - 2 years ago