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Moderna’s new variant-busting COVID vaccine starting trial in Israel

Mon, 2022-07-18 17:51 — FNUOvviyaa

Moderna’s new variant-busting COVID vaccine starting trial in Israel Study will assess how well special shot built to be Omicron-proof protects against infection; expert says Israel helping lead way in ‘the future of the fight against the pandemic’ timesofisrael

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“The Omicron component in this new vaccine works alongside the original vaccine formulation that targets the original strain. And while the Omicron component was made to target early Omicron variants, it is likely to also target well newer sub-variants of Omicron, including those that haven’t yet emerged,” he said...

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Don’t want to get sick this winter? The pandemic health habits to keep long term

Fri, 2022-06-17 17:16 — FNUOvviyaa

Don’t want to get sick this winter? The pandemic health habits to keep long term With soaring flu cases and other illnesses lurking, experts weigh in on which Covid prevention measures are worth keeping up, and which to ditch the Guardian

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Kishida unveils plan to set up pandemic crisis control unit

Wed, 2022-06-15 15:29 — FNUOvviyaa

Kishida unveils plan to set up pandemic crisis control unit TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced plans Wednesday to establish an infectious disease crisis management agency to better prepare for future pandemics.

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Two articles on advice for dealing with positive COVID-19 test results

Wed, 2022-05-18 10:12 — mike kraft

What to do if you test positive for Covid-19 now Covid-19 infections are on the rise, with most US states reporting an increase in cases. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the highly contagious BA.2.1.21 subvariant of Omicron is now the dominant strain of coronavirus nationwide. Katia Hetter, CNN CNN

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Advice if one gets COVID-19 while traveling

Tue, 2022-05-03 18:00 — mike kraft

What happens if I get COVID-19 while traveling? What happens if I get COVID-19 while traveling? Depending on your destination, it could result in an unexpected change in plans, such as being required to stay isolated in a hotel. It's why the U.S. AP NEWS

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White House emphasises air quality improvements in latest effort to thwart coronavirus

Wed, 2022-03-30 14:31 — mike kraft

White House turns to air quality in latest effort to thwart coronavirus It is pushing strategies, such as better air filters in schools and businesses, to help curb the spread of the virus. Dan Diamond Washington Post

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CDC's new on- line COVID calculator for determining whether one should quarantine or isolate

Wed, 2022-03-30 09:47 — mike kraft

How to use the CDC's new COVID quarantine and isolation calculator The CDC released a calculator to help people determine if they should quarantine or isolate after contracting COVID-19 or being exposed to someone with the virus. ABC News ABC News

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White House releases ventilation guidelines meant to address indoor Covid spread

Fri, 2022-03-18 10:16 — mike kraft

White House releases ventilation guidelines meant to address indoor Covid spread A statement from the White House says funds from the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan can help upgrade air quality in schools and other public buildings. NBC News

The White House on Thursday released new ventilation and air quality guidelines for schools, colleges and other building owners and operators in an effort to reduce the risk of Covid-19 spreading indoors.

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Former Biden advisers, outside experts outline proposals for White House to go further in responding to Covid pandemic

Mon, 2022-03-07 09:51 — mike kraft

White House must go further on new pandemic response, say former Biden advisers, outside experts The group’s road map for 'living with covid’ focuses on boosting indoor air quality, helping those with long covid and broadening the focus to other respiratory diseases. Dan Diamond Washington Post

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Biden administration releases another $66.5 million to local community groups working to encourage COVID-19 vaccinations

Wed, 2022-02-09 14:53 — mike kraft

The Biden administration will pay community groups to help boost trust in vaccines The Health Resources and Services Administration is distributing $66.5 million to community groups working across 38 states and Washington, D.C. to help with local vaccine outreach. NPR.org

In this politically polarized time, White House health officials have acknowledged that they are not always the best messengers when it comes to promoting COVID-19 vaccines.

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