Republican Senators Are a Bigger Threat to the Constitution Than Trump
Trump wants absolute immunity, challenging US founders' intentions, with key Senate Republicans supporting, posing danger to American democracy. [ more ]
Who's dying now? Here's how recent COVID deaths compare to the early months of the pandemic in California
COVID demographics in California have shifted over four years, with older and White individuals now more affected, demonstrating decreased deaths and increased immunity. [ more ]
One Arm or Two? How You Get Vaccinated May Make a Difference.
Alternating arms when receiving multiple doses of a vaccine may produce a stronger immune response.
The study suggests that alternating arms may provide a small boost in immunity, which could be significant for individuals who respond poorly to vaccines. [ more ]
Whooping Cough Is Surging in China With Tens of Thousands of Cases and Over a Dozen Deaths
Whooping cough cases surged 20-fold in China in early 2024 compared to 2023, underscoring the risk of the highly contagious respiratory disease.
Vaccine-induced immunity against whooping cough tends to wane as kids reach adolescence, and China does not mandate or provide booster shots to shore up immunity. [ more ]
Measles outbreaks show the risks of under-vaccination
Measles is preventable with a highly effective vaccine. Measles is extremely contagious, causing severe health consequences, including hospitalization, pneumonia, encephalitis, and death. Measles can also reset immunity to other diseases, leading to a resurgence in childhood infections. [ more ]
How Protected Am I Against the Covid Variant JN.1?
JN.1 variant is currently dominating Covid cases in the US, raising questions about the duration of protection from previous infection or vaccination.
Individual factors such as previous infections, vaccination history, and underlying medical conditions can impact susceptibility to reinfection. [ more ]
Trump Wants to Prosecute Biden. He Also Thinks Presidents Deserve Immunity.
Former President Trump's argument for immunity from charges highlights the irony of his own threats to use the legal system for political revenge. [ more ]
What to Know About the FLiRT' Variants of COVID-19
The emergence of FLiRT variants, including KP.2, may not lead to a significant surge in COVID-19 cases in the U.S. due to potential prior immunity from JN.1 infections. [ more ]
Spring Covid-19 booster jab on offer to at-risk groups from next week
Eligibility for Covid-19 booster shots includes individuals aged 80 and over, those with weakened immune systems, and residents in nursing homes. [ more ]
BREAKING: Supreme Court That Blocked Vaccine Mandates & Quarantine Orders Suddenly VERY Concerned About Immunity.
The Supreme Court is discussing whether a former president has blanket immunity from crimes related to official acts, including assassinating political rivals. [ more ]
Opinion | Trump's Fever Dream of Immunity Meets Its Match
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that former President Trump does not have immunity from federal criminal prosecution.
The panel's decision is not the end of the road for Trump, as he plans to appeal to the Supreme Court to determine whether he is immune from criminal prosecution while in office. [ more ]
The SCOTUS Power Grab That Could Affect the Trump Cases
Trump-related cases are piling up in the Supreme Court, further damaging the institution's legitimacy.
The Supreme Court has granted itself vast power to shape the law and policy by selectively choosing which cases to hear and which questions to answer. [ more ]
Appeals Court Revives Mexico's Lawsuit Against Gunmakers
A federal appeals panel in Boston has ruled that a $10 billion lawsuit filed by Mexico against U.S. gun manufacturers can proceed.
The decision is seen as a significant setback for gunmakers as it challenges the immunity provided by a federal law that protects them from lawsuits.
Mexico's lawsuit contends that the gun manufacturers should be held liable for the trafficking of guns into Mexico and the violence that occurs as a result. [ more ]
Special Counsel Asks Supreme Court To Rule Quickly Whether Trump Can Be Prosecuted
Special counsel Jack Smith is asking the Supreme Court to quickly rule on whether former President Donald Trump can be prosecuted for plotting to overturn the 2020 election results.
The case raises the question of whether a former president is immune from federal prosecution for crimes committed while in office. [ more ]
AUSD Notes: Alameda schools realign COVID-19 policies with state's
The California Public Health Department has updated its protocols for COVID-19 positive individuals, including students and staff in schools.
Under the new protocols, students and staff who test positive and have symptoms must stay home until their symptoms are improving and they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours. [ more ]
California eases COVID protocols, mild cases no longer warrant isolation: State health department
California has relaxed its COVID-19 protocols, going further than the CDC by allowing return-to-work and return-to-school in certain cases without a negative test.
Increased immunity through infection and vaccination has reduced the threat of the virus, though precautions are still necessary for those with compromised immune systems. [ more ]
Trump Says Jack Smith Is Trying to Get a Guilty Plea from the Supreme Court'
Former President Donald Trump appeared confused during a rally, falsely claiming that the special counsel prosecuting him is seeking a guilty plea from the Supreme Court.
Trump's attorneys argue that his attempt to overturn the 2020 election falls under his official duties as president, making him immune from prosecution. [ more ]