5 years into the pandemic, the COVID-19 virus keeps changingSARS-CoV-2 evolves rapidly, surpassing previous expectations and demonstrating significant evolutionary leaps, particularly with the emergence of numerous omicron subvariants.
New XEC Covid variant believed to be more transmissible is detected in Ireland after sweeping across EuropeThe XEC strain is spreading in Europe but does not seem to cause more severe illness or issues with current vaccines.
Longest-Ever COVID Infection Lasted More Than 600 DaysA man with a rare combination of health conditions had the longest consecutive COVID infection ever documented, with the virus accumulating over 50 new mutations during his 20-month illness.
Sikhulile Moyo, virologist: With mpox, I'm concerned about the selfishness of some countries. It seems that we haven't learned'Viruses have no borders, highlighting the need for a unified global health response.
5 years into the pandemic, the COVID-19 virus keeps changingSARS-CoV-2 evolves rapidly, surpassing previous expectations and demonstrating significant evolutionary leaps, particularly with the emergence of numerous omicron subvariants.
New XEC Covid variant believed to be more transmissible is detected in Ireland after sweeping across EuropeThe XEC strain is spreading in Europe but does not seem to cause more severe illness or issues with current vaccines.
Longest-Ever COVID Infection Lasted More Than 600 DaysA man with a rare combination of health conditions had the longest consecutive COVID infection ever documented, with the virus accumulating over 50 new mutations during his 20-month illness.
Sikhulile Moyo, virologist: With mpox, I'm concerned about the selfishness of some countries. It seems that we haven't learned'Viruses have no borders, highlighting the need for a unified global health response.
Can I get flu, COVID and RSV vaccines together? What California health experts say about shotsThe FDA has approved new COVID vaccines targeting the Omicron KP.2 variant, available to everyone 6 months and older.October is recommended for vaccination to ensure protection during the winter flu and cold season.