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India reports over 12,500 new covid cases, 40 deaths in a day

New Delhi: India reported a sharp rise in covid cases with the country seeing 12,591 infections and 40 deaths in a single day, according to the health ministry's update on Thursday. The daily positivity rate has climbed to 5.46%, while the weekly positivity rate stood at 5.32%. The number of active cases rose to 65,286.

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Covid-19 update: These eight states report rapid increase in daily new covid cases

Covid -19 cases. The sudden increase in positivity was also highlighted along with the status of tests being conducted in the country. A detailed analysis of active cases within these eight states was presented.

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People lost faith in childhood vaccines during Covid-19 pandemic, says UNICEF

COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from UNICEF. In 52 of the 55 countries surveyed, the public perception of vaccines for children declined between 2019 and 2021, the UN agency said. The data was a "worrying warning signal" of rising vaccine hesitancy amid misinformation, dwindling trust in governments and political polarisation, UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund, said.

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Principal secretary holds high level meeting amid surge in covid cases

NEW DELHI : In view of the rise in the number of covid-19 cases across India, Dr. P.K.

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COVID fourth dose might not work if…, expert on how to tackle new variant surge. EXCLUSIVE

booster doses can still reduce the severity of the disease, experts are of the opinion that it may be time for governments to start thinking about second-generation vaccines. I think a booster dose is not really going to hurt while as such. Again, you know, it can still reduce the severity of the disease.

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Single Dose of Omicron-Targeting Vaccines to Become Main Covid-19 Shot in U.S.

Americans seeking messenger RNA vaccines for Covid-19 for the first time will get one, updated shot targeting both the Omicron variant and the original strain of the virus under new moves rolled out Tuesday by federal health officials. The Food and Drug Administration also authorized a second booster of the updated shots for people at high risk of Covid-19, specifically people 65 years and older or people who have weak immune systems. The agency’s actions mark the latest tweaks to Covid-19 vaccines, and could be followed up by further efforts to simplify the complicated vaccination regimen, perhaps by enshrining plans for a once-a-year shot for most people.

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India reports over 10,000 new covid cases, 38 deaths in a day

New Delhi: India saw a sharp rise in covid-19 cases as the country reported 10,542 new cases and 38 deaths in a day, as per data shared by the health ministry on Wednesday. The daily positivity rate has climbed to 4.39%, and the weekly positivity rate was at 5.14%. The number of active cases touched 63,562.

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High-risk Americans granted FDA approval for COVID booster shot

Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines on Tuesday, specifically for older individuals and those with compromised immune systems. The Food and Drug Administration also took steps to make coronavirus vaccinations simpler for everyone, saying that anyone getting a Pfizer or Moderna dose — whether it's a booster or their first-ever vaccination — will get the newest formula, not the original shots. The FDA said those 65 or older can opt to roll up their sleeves again for another booster as long as it's been at least four months since their first dose of the so-called bivalent vaccine that targets omicron strains.

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Mississippi must allow religious exemption for childhood vaccines, judge orders

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA - JUNE 16: St. Luke's Work Well Clinic Medical Assistant Crissy Parmeter gives a tetanus shot to an Iowa resident at the St.

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Covid variant 'Arcturus' explained - everything you need to know as 50 cases in UK

A new Covid variant is on the rise after the latest strain has been linked to 50 cases in the UK.

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India reports a dip in daily covid cases, 7K new infections in a day

Scientists have said that the XBB.1.16 variant of coronavirus is responsible for the current surge. But in a relief, the infection is supposed to be milder in nature and may not lead to a rise in hospitalisation rate as Indians have likely developed hybrid immunity New Delhi: Daily new cases dropped marginally in India, with 7,633 fresh infections reported in the last 24 hours, according to an update by the health ministry on Tuesday. Active cases rose to 61,233, with daily positivity rate at 3.62%.

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COVID Cases: Total number drops to 7,633 new infections in the past 24 hours

9,111 cases. The active cases in the country now stands at 61233. The daily positivity rate is at 3.62 percent while weekly positivity rate is at 5.04 percent. The death toll in the country increased to 531,152.

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New mRNA cancer vaccine helps cut risk of melanoma recurrence by nearly half, trial finds

FILE-A patient gets a skin exam from a doctor during a follow-up visit after a melanoma removal at the Washington Cancer Institute at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. (T.J.

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Self-testing could mask real Covid number, sales increase to 15% in April: Report

COVID-19 testing which give faster results in just 10 minutes. Other approved are Mylab Discovery’s Coviself that gives results in 15 minutes, Abbott Rapid’s Panbio COVID-19 Antigen rapid test device, Meril Diagnostics’ CoviFind, Angstrom Biotech’s Angtech, Healgen Scientific Limited’s CliniTest, SD Biosensor Healthcare’s ULTRA Covi-Catch SARS-CoV-2 home test, Nulife Care’s AbCheck. Meanwhile, India registered 9,111 new coronavirus infections, and the count of active cases in the country has increased to 60,313, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on 17 April.

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Covid-19: India reports 9000 fresh cases, 27 deaths in a day

Active cases comprise 0.13% of total infections, and the recovery rate stands at 98.68%, according to the health ministry. Case fatality rate was recorded at 1.19%. New Delhi: India reported 9,111 fresh coronavirus infections and 27 deaths in the last 24 hours, according to an update by the health ministry on Monday.

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India's daily Covid tally drops below 10k-mark with 9,111 new cases in 24 hours

India has registered a single-day rise of 9,111 new coronavirus infections, and the count of active cases in the country has increased to 60,313, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on Monday. The tally of Covid cases in the country was recorded at 4.48 crore (44,827,226), it showed.

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A man who died due to Covid is found alive after two years in Madhya Pradesh

Covid in 2021, Kanwan police station in-charge Ram Singh Rathore said citing a family members' statement. However, despite receiving medical attention, Patidar passed away and was declared dead by the attending doctors. His family members received the body from the hospital and performed the last rites.

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In 2023, THIS state saw 60% of Covid deaths in first half of April

Also Read: COVID Arcturus variant likely to peak in India in…, Expert snubs ‘coronavirus becoming endemic’ claim Senior office from the health department on condition of anonymity told HT that the first Covid-related death this year was reported in January, later in February, the deaths were less but again a rise was seen in March. "It is only since the last two weeks of March that the number of Covid-19 cases and deaths started to increase.

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CVS 'gender transition' guide says employees must use preferred pronouns, can use bathroom reflecting identity

BLOOMSBURG, UNITED STATES - 2022/08/18: A CVS logo is displayed at one of their stores near Bloomsburg. (Photo by Paul Weaver/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) EXCLUSIVE: CVS Health's "gender transition guidelines" for employees requires workers to address people by their preferred pronouns and names and that they may use whichever restroom or locker room they wish regardless of whether the individual identifies as transgender.In the guidelines obtained exclusively by FOX Business, employees are told they may be entitled to a medical leave of absence "under the Family and Medical Leave Act, state law, and/or CVS Health policy." Transitioning employees are asked to tell their immediate leaders about their transition so the company "can provide support and to make your transition as smooth as possible.""You may also wish to have appropriate medical care to support your transition, including treatments such as hormone replacement therapy and/or gender confirmation surgery," the guide states. "During and after the transition has occurred, CVS Health encourages you to continue to partner with your Leader and your Advice & Counsel representative, and to immediately report any issues that you might have with your employment, your work environment, and/or your Leader, co-workers, clients, and customers," it continues.US SPENDING $5 BILLION TO INCREASE NEW COVID VACCINES' SPEED OF DEVELOPMENTIn a section titled, "Guidelines for Supporting a Colleague who is Transitioning," the guide encourages employees to be an ally by asking colleagues to let them know if they say or do anything that makes them uncomfortable.

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Covid: India reports more than 10K fresh cases for second day in a row

The Union health ministry has directed states and union territories to follow a risk assessment-based approach to prevent and contain the infection New Delhi: India reported 10,753 new coronavirus infections over the last 24 hours, pushing up the active case tally to 53,720, the Union health ministry said in an update on Saturday. Positivity rate stands at 6.78%, with total reported cases so far at 44.9 million and death toll at 531,091.

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Vaccinating on the Borderlands, Mali

With a population of just over 20 000, Ménaka is the largest outpost in the Malian southeast frontier with Niger.

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Kerala logs over 1,100 Covid-19 cases in 24 hours, govt issues guidelines

coronavirus infection in Kerala. So far, the state has reported 67,71,367 recoveries since the pandemic began in India. In Kerala, one person succumbed to the Covid-19 virus in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of deaths to 71,675. Following the spike in daily Covid-19 cases, State Health Minister Veena George has announced that the use of masks is now mandatory for pregnant women, elderly individuals, and those with lifestyle diseases. The minister also stated that testing has been increased and while there has been a slight rise in admission cases, only a small percentage of patients require oxygen or ICU beds.

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Covid-like deadly pandemic could hit the world in next decade

Covid-19 could take place in the next decade as viruses emerge more frequently, with rapid vaccine rollout the key to reducing fatalities, according to a predictive health analytics firm. Climate change, growth in international travel, increasing populations and the threat posed by zoonotic diseases contribute to the risk, according to London-based Airfinity Ltd.

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When will COVID peak in Delhi? Expert warns ‘children more susceptible to Arcturus variant’

national capital will reach their peak in the next couple of weeks. According to the Health department, Delhi recorded 1,149 fresh cases and one fatality on Wednesday, with a positivity rate of 23.8%. Dr Suresh Kumar, the medical director at LNJP Hospital, stressed the importance of taking precautions, especially for children who are not vaccinated and are more susceptible to the virus. "Children are not vaccinated, so we need to take precautions for them as they are getting symptoms like fever, cough, eye infection and stomach infection as well. This variant (XBB.1.16) is affecting children more.

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Covid-19: India records over 10,000 fresh cases, 19 deaths

According to epidemiologists, covid cases have been doubling every four to five days. Scientists have said that the XBB.1.16 variant of coronavirus is responsible for the current surge. But in a relief, the infection is supposed to be milder in nature New Delhi: India reported 10,158 fresh coronavirus infections and 19 deaths in the past 24 hours, the health ministry said in an update on Thursday.

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Serum Institute could resume Covishield production as Covid cases rise

Covishield is a version of an AstraZeneca shot. The world's biggest vaccine maker already has a stock of 6 million doses of Covovax, a version of a Novavax vaccine, the spokesperson added as quoted by Reuters. Dr Amitav Banerjee - an epidemiologist who leads DY Patil Medical College in Pune has earlier said that Covishield carried a ‘double whammy of risk’. He noted that its use had been discouraged in most European countries due to blood clots.

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This looks like the last gasp of the pandemic

Unless we are in for a nasty surprise, India may currently be watching the ‘end of covid’ as forecast. We have had a harsh run. Let’s keep watch and see it through till it goes endemic Pandemics have no expiry date.

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Covid-19 surge: Delhi records 1,149 fresh cases, one death

nationwide mock drills were conducted to check the preparedness for the emergency Covid-19 situation at public and private health facilities. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya himself monitored mock drills at some hospitals.

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Residents encouraged to get Covid-19 Spring booster jabs as NHS Ayrshire & Arran roll out vaccination clinics

Eligible patients across Ayrshire are being encouraged to get their Covid-19 spring booster jabs as the health board hosts vaccination clinics in venues across the region.

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India’s covid success story hailed the world over as a role model in crisis management: Jitendra Singh

NEW DELHI : Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Wednesday said that India’s Covid success story is hailed the world over as a role model in crisis management. Delivering the inaugural address of the national conference on “Disaster Resilient Methodologies on Pandemic" at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), the minister said that India’s Covid management was hugely successful under the able leadership of our Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During the Covid pandemic, when the world thought that India would be the biggest Covid hotspot, we emerged stronger and within 2 years, came out with 2 vaccines and provided the same to more than 50 countries around the world, he added.

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India reports over 7,830 new covid cases in a day

According to epidemiologists, the increasing number of covid cases is now doubling every 4-5 days. Scientists have said that the XBB.1.16 variant of coronavirus is responsible for the current surge in cases. New Delhi: India continued to report a spike in covid-19 infections with the country logging 7,830 new cases in a day, the health ministry’s update showed on Wednesday.

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SII recommends Covovax to elderly as booster dose amid covid surge

Last month Dr N K Arora, chief of covid-19 working group had recommended to the health ministry to include the jab over CoWIN platform as a heterologous booster dose for adults. New Delhi: Amid covid surge and poor coverage of booster dose, Serum Institute CEO Adar Poonawalla on Tuesday recommended elderly people to take Covovax booster dose. He informed that the vaccine is now available on CoWIN portal and is excellent against all the variants.

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India reports 5,676 new covid cases, 21 deaths in a day

India reports 5,676 new COVID-19 cases and 21 deaths in the last 24 hours, with the number of cases doubling every 4-5 days. The XBB.1.16 variant is responsible for the current surge but is said to be milder, and Indians have hybrid immunity due to vaccination and natural exposure. The health ministry urges people to complete their vaccination doses and follow a risk assessment-based approach to prevent and contain the infection.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0