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Coronavirus Variant Tracker UPDATED DAILY? Why Covid is still flooring some people What is it like to catch Covid now? It is a question I have been pondering since a friend was surprised by how roughed up they were by it. Their third bout of Covid was significantly worse than the previous time they caught it. A familiar tale has been a week of coughing, headaches or fever followed by a lingering fatigue. But scientists specialising in our immune system warn Covid is still causing stonking infections that may be worse than before and knock us out for weeks. Why it feels like everyone suddenly has Covid Here’s why this wave is probably worse than official data suggests Federal data suggests that the current increases have stayed far below earlier peaks and notable surges. But judging by word of mouth among family, friends and coworkers, it can seem like everyone knows someone who’s sick with Covid-19 right now. What the Latest Evidence Actually Says About Long COVID A new study looks at data from patients two years after their initial infection. It contains some alarming figures—until you dig into them The chance that you will be one of—maybe—five people out of many thousands who have long-term fatigue two years after COVID-19 is quite low. It certainly isn’t as worrying as the health issues posed by heart disease or cancer. CDC says there are no plans to bring back mask mandates, even as Covid cases rise The CDC could sign off on the new Covid boosters as soon as Sept. 12. Will that be soon enough to ward off a winter surge? Amazon's Virtual Healthcare Is Now Available 24/7 in All 50 States I would check the price Amazon is expanding its repertoire of services to include a virtual health clinic which is now available to customers in all 50 states starting on Tuesday. US govt awards $1.4 bln for development of new COVID therapies, vaccines Novavax's updated COVID shot shows immune response against subvariant Eris For the fall season, COVID vaccine makers are gearing up with updated shots that target the Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5. Both Moderna (MRNA.O) and Pfizer (PFE.N) have said their shots show promise against Eris too. COVID-19 is rising again in the US. How worried should you be? "There has been an increase, and we attribute this to not only Eris or E.5, the newest variant out there, but other omicron subvariants that are spreading around," says Schaffner. The EG.5 subvariant, a close relative of the omicron XBB family, now accounts for the largest proportion of COVID-19 cases in the country, making it the dominant strain in the U.S., per the latest CDC data. While EG.5 is likely more transmissible compared to its predecessors, there's no evidence it causes more severe disease or different symptoms Scientists race to understand highly mutated coronavirus variant spotted in four countries, including the US The new variant, called BA.2.86 and nicknamed Pirola by variant hunters on social media, has more than 30 amino acid changes to its spike protein compared with its next closest ancestor, the BA.2 subvariant of Omicron, according to Dr. Jesse Bloom, who studies viral evolution at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle. New study warns against risks of ‘time-traveling pathogens’ All signs point to a late summer COVID wave US CDC tracks new lineage of virus that causes COVID it was tracking a new, highly mutated lineage of the virus that causes COVID-19 The lineage is named BA.2.86, and has been detected in the United States, Denmark and Israel The new lineage, which has 36 mutations from the currently-dominant XBB.1.5 COVID variant "harkens back to an earlier branch" of the virus, explained Dr. S. Wesley Long, medical director of diagnostic microbiology at Houston Methodist. Scientists unravel a major mystery behind the Covid-19 pandemic A new clue to the reason some people come down with long COVID The new research, which was an international collaboration between dozens of scientists, describes how some people carry a version of a single gene, FOXP4, that is associated with developing long COVID. Longet calls the new research an "important element" in understanding why some people's COVID symptoms seemingly never resolve. Porton Down: Can this laboratory help stop the next pandemic? The new vaccine research centre is concentrating on three types of threat: known infections that are getting harder to deal with, such as antibiotic-resistant superbugs potential threats that might cause a problem, including bird flu and new Covid variants and "Disease X" - something unforeseen, like Covid, which takes the world by complete surprise discovery of a Chinese-owned medical facility illegally operating a lab housing hazardous materials and infectious diseases outside of Fresno, California The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention detected at least 20 infectious diseases inside the lab, including coronavirus, HIV, hepatitis, malaria and herpes arexvy (for RSV) AREXVY will be available soon - singup for notification Call GSK Customer Response Center: 888-AREXVY9 (888-273-9899) You are encouraged to report vaccine adverse events to the US Department of Health and Human Services. Visit www.vaers.hhs.gov to file a report, or call 1-800-822-7967. Pfizer's vaccine that protects adults ages 60 and older from respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, was slightly less effective after 18 months, according to clinical trial results. The data suggests that the protection the vaccine provides wanes over time, similar to what is observed with shots for Covid and the flu COVID-19 Cases Are Rising. Should You Get a Booster Shot? Earlier this year, US health officials decided to update the booster in the fall, but have yet to announce which variant to target, although it’s likely the new shot will focus on some version of the currently circulating XBB virus variant. Until that happens, does it make sense to get another booster shot to better protect against getting infected? The answer to that really depends on your individual situation, says Dr. David Wohl, professor of medicine at the Institute of Global Health and Infectious Diseases at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. For people who are older, and may be traveling or otherwise find themselves in close quarters with other people, getting a booster now may make sense, especially if their last shot was more than three months ago. "If people are doing square dancing, playing bingo or going on cruises, and it’s been a long time since they were last vaccinated, they should probably top up sooner rather than later," says Wohl. What to Do If You Catch COVID-19 This Summer COVID-19 hospitalizations and cases rise in possible summer wave The 10 percent uptick is the largest increase in two key indicators since December 2022 While this current uptick is small, it is a notable reversal after months of declining coronavirus numbers across the country. Next Generation COVID-19 Vaccines Next generation vaccines include those with enhanced breadth of protection to variants, improved durability, and those with an enhanced ability to block infection/transmission including mucosal vaccines, relative to currently approved vaccines. NIAID is interested in working with vaccine manufacturers with next generation novel vaccine candidates currently at a development stage ready to enter clinical trials or capable of entering clinical trials by January 2024. Scientists find ‘most mutated’ and ‘most extreme’ Covid variant ever in patient Brain fog from long COVID is similar to aging 10 years, study finds Ready for another 'tripledemic'? CDC prepares for a winter of '3 bugs out there' Omicron XBB subvariants remain the most prevalent forms of Covid identified a new XBB version, the EG.5, as rising in prevalence around the world and in the U.S This means that many Americans will be urged to get three different vaccinations this fall: Covid, RSV and the annual flu shot. Ready for another 'tripledemic'? CDC prepares for a winter of '3 bugs out there' Omicron XBB subvariants remain the most prevalent forms of Covid identified a new XBB version, the EG.5, as rising in prevalence around the world and in the U.S This means that many Americans will be urged to get three different vaccinations this fall: Covid, RSV and the annual flu shot. Ready for another 'tripledemic'? CDC prepares for a winter of '3 bugs out there' Omicron XBB subvariants remain the most prevalent forms of Covid identified a new XBB version, the EG.5, as rising in prevalence around the world and in the U.S This means that many Americans will be urged to get three different vaccinations this fall: Covid, RSV and the annual flu shot. New COVID-19 Variants Giving "Arcturus" a Run for its Money Omicron subvariants EG.5 and XBB.2.3 are making inroads in the U.S. The so-called "arcturus" coronavirus strain is the most prominent variant circulating in the U.S., but several other omicron subvariants are increasing across the country. XBB.1.5, which will be the target of the fall COVID-19 vaccines, is not far behind at 16% of new infections in recent weeks But other omicron subvariants are making inroads in the U.S., including EG.5 and XBB.2.3. Each strain was responsible for 13% of new infections over the last two weeks The World Health Organization is monitoring XBB.2.3, which is also increasing globally. According to WHO, some countries are seeing a rise in COVID-19 cases. What To Know About "Arcturus": New Covid Variant Causing Pink Eye - may 2023 U.S. study finds 1 in 10 get long COVID after omicron, starts identifying key symptoms There’s less risk of getting long COVID in the omicron era than in the pandemic’s earlier waves, according to a study of nearly 10,000 Americans. By some estimates, roughly 1 in 3 of COVID-19 patients have experienced long COVID. We’ve reached the point where almost everybody has had COVID or been vaccinated. What does that mean? The CDC data also shed some light on the need for continued vaccination efforts, indicating that the prevalence of hybrid immunity is lowest in adults older than 65 — a population at high risk for severe illness or death, and the age group with the highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in the U.S. China is bracing for a massive new wave of COVID cases. What it means for the rest of the world Here's How Long COVID-19 Vaccine Immunity Really Lasts - TIME UGH! dropping from 60% at one month after the booster dose to 13% at nine months. CDC Data: Omicron Subvariant ‘Arcturus’ Responsible for 12% of New COVID-19 Cases It’s the second most prominent coronavirus strain circulating in the U.S. Pink eye (conjunctivitis) among symptoms of growing COVID strain New COVID origins data suggests pandemic linked to animals FDA panel to consider simpler COVID vaccine process, making it more like flu shots Sanders calls Moderna 'greedy' over COVID vaccine price hike plan Survey: Nearly 40% of U.S. households hit by "tripledemic" CDC: XBB.1.16, or ‘Arcturus,’ Responsible for Nearly 10% of New COVID-19 Cases That’s up from nearly 6% of cases the week before and about 3% two weeks prior. Long COVID-19 is Sticking Around. What’s Causing it? Many Americans are also able to receive free at-home COVID-19 tests through their insurance, but that could end next month when the public health emergency declaration related to the pandemic expires. In 2021, the government required private insurers to cover the costs of up to eight COVID-19 tests per month. That requirement ends on May 11 New definition leaves only 15% in NC ‘up to date’ on COVID vaccine, state numbers show COVID-19 in NC: Smallest weekly case count since April 2020 - 4/19/2023 White House to invest $5 billion in next-generation COVID vaccines. Here's why we need new ones. "Arcturus," a highly transmissible COVID variant eyed by the WHO, appears to have a new symptom. Here’s what you need to know Masks forever? Here’s why one group is pushing to keep them required in health care settings Paxlovid May Reduce Long Covid Risk, but Access Is About to Get Worse You probably know of Paxlovid as an antiviral drug that can help make COVID infections less severe. Now, a new study found that Paxlovid reduces the risk of long COVID as well. They compared outcomes in people who received Paxlovid within 5 days of COVID symptoms with people who did not receive Paxlovid. Remember - NOT considered good for Kidney patients - check for other caveats COVID-10 (CORONAVIRUS) NC UPDATE - 3/30/2023 COVID-19 Information Hub COLD GERMS - How long do they survive and other information Sick With Something That Isn't COVID-19 or the Flu? Here's What It Might Be from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that a mixture of respiratory viruses are circulating right now, including common coronaviruses (other than SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19), respiratory adenovirus, and parainfluenza (which is distinct from influenza) All of these viruses can cause cold-like symptoms including fever, runny nose, sore throat, and cough, so "it’s very, very hard to tell the difference between any of them clinically," How to safely clean your car's interior from COVID-19 So they say How do you clean leather Covid? Soap is the safest for fabrics and leather seats. Gently clean the upholstery, making sure not to scrub too aggressively. Use small amounts of water, so you don't soak through to the cushions beneath. For leather seats, conditioner applied afterward is r11:56 AM 3/24/2023 while it may remove some Covid, personally, I doubt it kills covid on leather. on the other wand, you can't use alcohol on leather. Can you spray disinfectant on leather sofa? This makes caring for leather items more of a challenge, especially when they have been exposed to germs. Fortunately, now you can sanitize leather with Clorox® Disinfecting Mist when it's time to kill germs on your favorite leather couch, purse, boots, wallet and clothes - so says CLOROX How to Clean and Sanitize Leather - Clorox https://www.clorox.com/learn/how-to-clean-and-sanitize-leather/ Surface Cleaning and COVID-19: What You Should Know New coronavirus stable for hours on surfaces SARS-CoV-2 stability similar to original SARS virus Indoor Air and Coronavirus (COVID-19) Researchers Are Getting Closer to Learning How to Treat and Prevent Long COVID COVID-19 Pill Moves Closer To Full FDA Approval But it's not supposed to be good for me bad if you have severe liver disease or a weakened immune system PAXLOVID for treatment of Covid Bad news for Paxlovid? Coronavirus can find multiple ways to evade COVID-19 drug - June 29, 20222 What is the dangers of Paxlovid? Plus it seems to be bad for your kidneys Local Boston university scientists banded together in search of "ultimate" COVID vaccine — and they may have found it This vaccine trains the body to recognize and attack a different part of the COVID-19 virus This vaccine differs from the others currently on the market due to the portion of the virus being targeted, according to the Globe. Moderna’s and Pfizer’s vaccines teach the human body to recognize and fight off the spike protein cells found on the virus. As the virus evolves, these can change. However, this new vaccine produced by the Canadian company Acuitas Therapeutics targets a different area of the virus, less prone to change or variants, according to the Globe. This type of vaccine is called a “pan-variant” and could eliminate the need for rounds of booster shots. Other universities are also working on this technology. Although this vaccine hasn’t been tested on humans, some small clinical trials have begun, according to Gifford. COVID-19 in NC: Smallest weekly case count in nearly a year - March 15, 2023 The knowns -- and known unknowns -- of long Covid, explained Long Covid isn’t as much of a mystery as it used to be The Covid mask wars have left us unprepared for the next pandemic The fallout from a misinterpreted review on mask science only underscores the need for better protections As it turns out, even Cochrane itself is now saying that commentators who believe the review concluded that masks were useless were simply wrong Long Covid Insurance may not pay A condition called POTS rose after covid, but patients can't find care POTS, which can cause fainting, irregular heartbeats and dizziness, particularly among young women Long Covid disabled them. Then they met a ‘broken’ Social Security disability process PASC is the medical name often given to Covid-19 symptoms that last or evolve after an initial infection. The chronic condition can include symptoms from memory loss and extreme fatigue to muscle weakness and musculoskeletal pain. Patients can struggle for months and even years, and many cannot work during that period. Nasal Covid vaccine shows promise in early clinical trial How the struggle for new funding could affect the future of Covid vaccines COVID infection provides as much protection as vaccine, study finds COVID-19 in NC: Cases, hospital admissions keep dropping as wastewater count spikes Could you still have Covid-19 if you have symptoms but test negative? A medical analyst weighs in What Is COVID Actually Doing to Our Immune Systems? These benefits will disappear when Biden ends the Covid national and public health emergencies in May People will have to start paying some money for things they didn’t have to pay for during the emergency, Pfizer and Moderna have already announced that the commercial prices of their Covid-19 vaccines will likely be between $82 and $130 per dose – about three to four times what the federal government has paid, according to Kaiser. Paxlovid for people with kidney problems If you have kidney problems, your dose of Paxlovid may need to be reduced. If so, you need to take the medicine as described in this factsheet. WHO: COVID Still An Emergency But Nearing 'Inflection' Point there is no doubt that we're in a far better situation now” than a year ago It’s been three years since the first Covid-19 case in the United States. What have we learned and what more do we need to understand? The FDA says get used to COVID-19 vaccine boosters The new strategy paves the way for annual boosters, similar to the flu shot CDC urges people with weak immune systems to take extra precautions after Covid subvariants knock out Evusheld The FDA pulled Evusheld because it is not effective against 95% of the omicron subvariants circulating in the U.S. This includes the XBB subvariants which are now causing 64% of new cases, as well as the BQ family that is responsible for 31% of reported infections FDA Advisers Recommend Replacing All Covid Vaccines With Bivalent Version WHO sounds the alarm: XBB.1.5 is most transmissible omicron subvariant yet a href="https://www.nutritioncare.org/uploadedFiles/Documents/Guidelines_and_Clinical_Resources/COVID19/COVID19%20Patient%20Nutrition%20Paper.pdf">Nutrition and Hydration: Key Weapons in the Fight Against COVID-19 I do NOT know this ORG, nor if this info is accurate - DRW COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Infected people have had a wide range of symptoms reported – from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19: Fever or chills Cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Fatigue Muscle or body aches Headache New loss of taste or smell Sore throat Congestion or runny nose Nausea or vomiting Diarrhea New VA study finds Paxlovid may cut the risk of long COVID Vitamin D deficiency is associated with COVID-19 positivity and severity of the disease COVID-19 INFORMATION - Newest items are at the TOP: Addiction drug shows promise lifting long COVID brain fog, fatigueAddiction drug shows promise lifting long COVID brain fog, fatigue Julie SteenhuysenLauren Nichols, a 34-year-old logistics expert for the U.S. Department of Transportation in Boston, has been suffering from impaired thinking and focus, fatigue, seizures, headache and pain since her COVID-19 infection in the spring of 2020. Last June, her doctor suggested low doses of naltrexone, a generic drug typically used to treat alcohol and opioid addiction. After more than two years of living in "a thick, foggy cloud," she said, "I can actually think clearly The best thing you can do to quash a deadly Covid-19 surge this winter - 10/13/2022 Treatments for those infected with the virus also have caveats: Not everyone is getting this care after they’re infected. And some therapies, like monoclonal antibodies, which counter the virus in early stages of the disease, are becoming less effective against the new variants. Nearly One in Five American Adults Who Have Had COVID-19 Still Have “Long COVID” Severe covid infections can harm key brain functions, finds study Covid infections can cause damage to essential brain functions that regulate memory and thought processes, according to new research The risk of heart inflammation is higher for COVID infections than the vaccine Myocarditis can cause chest pain, shortness of breath, and irregular heartbeat The best thing you can do to quash a deadly Covid-19 surge this winter Redesigned (bivalent ) Covid-19 vaccines could save thousands of lives, but few are getting them Covid-19 cases are already rising in Europe, a trend that has preceded waves of infection in the US in the past. The key question: Just how deadly will Covid-19 be this winter? some therapies, like monoclonal antibodies, which counter the virus in early stages of the disease, are becoming less effective against the new variants Oxford/AstraZeneca nasal spray COVID-19 vaccine fails first trial The spray only initiated an antibody response in a 'minority of participants'. Risk of Covid death almost zero for people who are boosted and treated, White House Covid czar says U.S. is tracking several omicron subvariants, but new boosters should offer protection, White House says 5 things to know about the new school year as COVID numbers climb again in N.C. Omicron-specific Covid booster shots are just weeks away. Here’s who will—and won’t—be eligible Is it too early for the flu shot in NC? COVID-19 nasal spray a potential 'game changer' | NewsNation Prime Data from first sets of tests show the spray appears to work against all current variants and future variants. “We’re probably a year or two away from actually having this deployed if everything goes well,” Naar said. The hunt for a universal Covid-19 vaccine The first Covid-19 vaccines that work on all variants might be available as early as 2024 I got COVID (again). I'm staying home (again). Why are so few following the rules? COVID-sniffing dogs can also smell long-term virus symptoms in patients, study says Epstein-Barr may play a role in some long COVID; coronavirus can impair blood sugar processing by organs Should you get a COVID-19 booster shot now or wait until fall? Two immunologists help weigh the options Twin Omicron subvariants have taken over the U.S., but they’re not quite identical. One is ‘the worst version of the virus we’ve seen’ The Monkeypox Virus May Be Exhibiting ‘Accelerated Evolution’ Pfizer says updated COVID-19 booster can provide more protection against super-contagious omicron Vaccines for Children Ages 6 Months to Under 5 Years Will Be Available June 20 Keep getting COVID? Each time increases the risk of health complications, study finds The work, titled “Outcomes of SARS-CoV-2 Reinfection,” found that after every COVID-19 reinfection, there was a higher risk of death, hospitalization and lasting health consequences from the virus, including on the lungs and throughout the body, according to the study. Some long COVID patients still have virus in the blood; Paxlovid rebound patients may need longer treatment Women are more likely than men to develop long COVID, study finds The results showed females are 22% more likely to develop long-term COVID symptoms than males. Moderna says bivalent vaccine appears to work against omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 How do you know if your COVID vaccine is still working? This new test could tell you Most common side effects for COVID-19 vaccines in younger kids Omicron poses about half the risk of long COVID as delta, new research finds Doctors Say COVID Might Affect Other Viruses Like the Flu Investigations led by The Washington Post suggest that COVID changed the way seasonal viruses behave. Doctors aren’t sure what will happen - Video 'Long Covid' risk lower with Omicron, study finds Moderna is testing an Omicron-specific COVID vaccine. Here’s how it’s faring Moderna says updated COVID booster is superior to original vaccine shots, could begin shipping by August U.S. Making COVID Antiviral Drug, Paxlovid, More Available At Test Sites Uncertainty For Uninsured As Federal COVID Funding Stalls In Congress Perspective: Universal Coronavirus Vaccines — An Urgent Need Will the Coronavirus Pandemic Ever End? If Americans decide too soon that it is over, it could paradoxically drag on even longer A massive new study confirms vaccinated people are still at risk of long COVID Vaccines offer little protection against long Covid, study finds Officials Say More Areas Of U.S. May See Mask Recommendations CDC urges older Americans to get Covid booster shots as hospitalizations soar again COVID-19 Boosters Now Available for Kids Ages 5-11 Children ages 5 to 11 years old can receive a COVID-19 booster five months after the date of their most recent Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine dose. 5/20/2022 Long Covid study yet another reason why Americans must stop disregarding the virus Data shows vaccinated U.S. citizens made up more than 40% of COVID-19 deaths during omicron peak, as deaths continue to rise in Wisconsin NOTE: THE USA IS NOW (5/7/2022) APPARENTLY ALLOWING IMMUNOCOMPROMISED PERSONS TO GET A FIFTH (5TH) COVID VACCINE PLEASE DEFINE: the "vaccinated" made up 42% of deaths in January and February WHAT does vaccinated mean? 1 shot? 2 shots? 3 shot? 4 shots OR 5 shots? The White House Plans for How to Provide Vaccines if There Is No More COVID-19 Aid The White House is preparing for the possibility that 100 million Americans could get COVID-19 this fall and winter if funds for the U.S.... What to know about "rebound" in COVID symptoms after taking Paxlovid Moderna says redesigned Covid vaccine produced stronger immunity against omicron than current shots NIOSH-Approved N99 Particulate Filtering Facepiece Respirators Moderna says redesigned Covid vaccine produced stronger immunity against omicron than current shots COVID deaths forecast to rise in the US for first time in months FDA restricts Johnson & Johnson's COVID vaccine due to blood clot risk Scientists say this key factor could explain why some develop severe COVID and others don't Bill Gates warns there’s ‘way above a 5% risk’ we haven’t yet seen the worst of COVID — and calls for the creation of $1 billion-a-year team to stop another pandemic COVID SCIENCE-COVID worsens asthma in children; booster after infection not as beneficial vs Omicron CDC Reissues Mask Recommendation On Planes And Public Transportation Across America As Much Of The Northeast Moves Into “High Transmission” Category New immune-evading Omicron variants BA.4, BA.5 are likely in every U.S. state, an expert says. Here’s where they’ve been identified so far U.S. inches toward 1 million COVID deaths as daily death rate falls Puerto Rico COVID cases surge after restrictions dropped Another pandemic is inevitable, scientists say. Mass vaccination is not U.S. inches toward 1 million COVID deaths as daily death rate falls Puerto Rico COVID cases surge after restrictions dropped New immune-evading Omicron variants BA.4, BA.5 are likely in every U.S. state, an expert says. Here’s where they’ve been identified so far CDC Reissues Mask Recommendation On Planes And Public Transportation Across America As Much Of The Northeast Moves Into “High Transmission” Category COVID SCIENCE-COVID worsens asthma in children; booster after infection not as beneficial vs Omicron South Africa hit by new subvariants of omicron that have been detected in the U.S. in small numbers Bill Gates warns there’s ‘way above a 5% risk’ we haven’t yet seen the worst of COVID — and calls for the creation of $1 billion-a-year team to stop another pandemic South Africa hit by new subvariants of omicron that have been detected in the U.S. in small numbers BA.4, BA.5, 2 new Omicron variants detected in the U.S., could spark another COVID wave. Research shows these people will fare best Deadly MRSA superbug develops ‘bulletproof vest’ against highly potent antibiotic Omicron caused spike in deaths in vaccinated people, analysis finds, though unvaccinated remain most at risk Why haven’t Covid cases started rising again in the U.S.? CDC director says high immunity in U.S. population provides some protection against omicron BA.2 New Mutant “XE” Omicron Variant May Be The Most Transmissible Version Of Covid Yet, According To WHO Certain Mouthwashes Might Stop COVID-19 Virus Transmission The study, published in the journal Pathogens, found that Listerine and the prescription mouthwash Chlorhexidine disrupted the virus within seconds after being diluted to concentrations that would mimic actual use. Further studies are needed to test real-life efficacy in humans. I use Chlorhexidine to combat tooth viruses (which previously destroyed 35 to 45 Percent of my hear muscle). A study shows that people using corticosteroid sprays who contracted COVID-19 generally had less severe outcomes Flonase belongs to a class of drugs called Corticosteroids, Intranasal, Immunosuppressives, PHD. I use Flonase for allergies. clinical trials have shown that a nitric oxide nasal spray is both a safe and effective antiviral treatment to prevent COVID-19 Of course, using a nasal spray may contaminate the dispenser - you may wish to clean the tip of the dispenser after use - just a suggestion, I have no idea if this works, or not. I have no medical training. Over-the-Counter COVID Nasal Spray Could Be Effective New nasal spray that kills virus particles approved for clinical trials New nasal spray proven to kill 99.9% of the coronavirus that causes Covid-19 is being trialled in the UK New Study Shows Certain Nasal Sprays Used To Treat Allergies May Protect Against Severe COVID-19 How Long Do Boosters Last? Here’s The Deal On Whether You Need Another One. covid.gov - Find COVID-19 guidance for your community FDA authorizes a 2nd Covid booster shot for people 50 and older Omicron subvariant BA.2 now the dominant Covid strain in US - 3/29/22 New COVUD-19 Quarantine and Isolation Calculator - 3/29/2022 takes the stress out of deciding when, and for how long, people with COVID-19 and close contacts need to stay home, get tested, and wear a well-fitting mask. BA.2 Is Already Changing the U.S. Response to the Pandemic - 3/28/2022 There is now one authorized Covid-19 monoclonal antibody authorized in those states, Eli Lilly ’s (LLY) bebtelovimab, which received its emergency-use authorization in February, and which is expected to be active against BA.2. The Covid-19 antiviral pills from Pfizer (PFE) and Merck (MRK) are also expected to work against BA.2. Moderna’s latest COVID vaccine trial for kids offers "really good news" Omicron subvariant BA.2 spreading rapidly in L.A. and across the nation - 3/25/2022 First time Covid vaccine used to TREAT Covid, not prevent it How Vitamin D Affects Omicron Symptoms, According to New Research and Expert Analysis Israel buys 5 million Novavax vaccines as Omicron subvariant circulates Protein-based vaccine an alternative to mRNA vaccines, which many still refuse to take Novavax's two-dose, protein-based vaccine can provide an alternative to those Israelis hesitate to be vaccinated with an mRNA vaccine or cannot do so for medical reasons. Based on early research data, Novavax's vaccine is effective in generating an immune response against the Omicron variant There is also variant BA.3 - I haven't seen any news about BA.3 Why does the Omicron sub-variant spread faster than the original? Ho's team found2 that the variant was resistant to a therapeutic monoclonal antibody, called sotrovimab, that was effective against BA.1. However, the drug's manufacturer, Vir Biotechnology in San Francisco, California, said in a press release on 9 February that its own unpublished experiments suggest that sotrovimab remains effective against BA.2. California first state to approach COVID-19 as endemic, not pandemic: "We will work to live with this virus" We have an update on the “red Covid” story 4th COVID-19 shot: Who will need another booster soon Do you have brain fog after COVID? Doctor explains signs New rapid test detects Covid-19 in the air in 30 minutes COVID numbers in NC are getting better. So why are we stuck in the CDC’s red zone? Pfizer delays its FDA application to expand its Covid vaccine to kids under 5 until April Delta variant, B.1.617.2 2/11/2022 Up to 115% more transmissible Unknown if it causes more severe disease Vaccines are still effective Can reinfect people who already had COVID First discovered in India Omicron variant, B.1.1.529M 2/11/2022 Up to 300% more transmissible May cause less severe disease, but more research needed Vaccines still protect against severe disease but are less effective at preventing infection Can reinfect people who already had COVID First discovered in South Africa U.S. to buy 600,000 doses of Eli Lilly COVID treatment Bebtelovimab is an antibody treatment that was found to neutralize COVID-19 variants, including Omicron CORONAVIRUS ON SKIN AND PLASTIC - Jan. 25, 2022 Omicron Survives Longer on Plastic, Skin Than Other COVID Variants Most vulnerable still in jeopardy as COVID precautions ease Pfizer’s vaccine that targets omicron comes out in March. This is why you shouldn’t wait for it The CDC still needs to approve young kids’ Covid shots, but it’s telling health agencies to expect delivery by Feb. 21, 2022 Scientists concerned about potential COVID spread from infected deer COVID vaccine booster: CDC releases new guidance for some immunocompromised to get additional shot The health organization said people who've had the MRNA vaccines should look to get a fourth shot at least three months after the previous booster. Who actually needs a fourth Covid-19 shot? Most people don’t need a fourth Covid-19 shot yet. But for some, it’s very important If you’ve recently tested positive for COVID-19, the CDC advises that you get a booster once you’re symptom-free and have completed the recommended isolation period - CVS Though rare, Moderna Covid vaccine recipients have higher risk of heart inflammation than Pfizer Though rare, Pfizer and Moderna’s vaccines have both been linked to a risk of myocarditis. Public health authorities in Ontario, Canada found that the rate of myocarditis was five times higher for males ages 18-24 following the second dose of Moderna’s vaccine than Pfizer’s. Canadian public health authorities also found that the rate of myocarditis was higher for both Moderna and Pfizer’s vaccine when the interval between the first and second dose was less than 30 days. People face a much higher risk of developing myocarditis from Covid infection than the vaccines. UK scientists look to repurpose existing antiviral drugs for COVID Omicron subvariant BA.2 likely to have same severity as "original" BA.1 form -WHO Good News: Omicron Is Waning. Bad News: It’s Still Really Bad Omicron appears to be winding down, but a new variant might be coming up. Gottlieb: Millions of Covid-19 vaccine doses could be ready in the fall for human trials Pfizer plans to have millions of vaccine doses by October, says chief scientist Omicron Covid immunity doesn’t appear to be that durable, says Dr. Scott Gottlieb Pfizer Applies to F.D.A. for Two-Shot Vaccine for Children Under 5 Could Covid-19 still be affecting us in decades to come? What causes long Covid? Scientists are zeroing in on the answer. “We are really working day and night” to figure out long Covid, one researcher said. The science behind the omicron wave’s sharp peak and rapid decline Why do Covid-19 surges seem to end as suddenly as they begin? How long is omicron’s contagious period? COVID-19 in NC: Massive drop in new cases, fewer hospitalizations, but 162 deaths Moderna vaccine gets new name following full FDA approval The vaccine will now go by the brand name: Spikevax. Moderna announces full US approval for its COVID-19 vaccine Dr. David Agus on Omicron subvariant BA.2, effectiveness of boosters Duke researchers work on vaccine that targets multiple types of coronavirus Omicron subvariant BA.2 more infectious than "original (BA,1)", Danish study finds Japan's Kowa says ivermectin showed 'antiviral effect' against Omicron in research Merck's COVID pill is last choice for U.S. patients, global use varies Explainer: How does Merck's COVID-19 pill compare to Pfizer's? Why rapid COVID tests aren't more accurate and how scientists hope to improve them What to know about BA.2, the new omicron variant BA.2 NOT more severe BA.2 seems to be slightly more transmissible our vaccines seem to be as effective against BA.2 as against Omicron same lab tests ere effective In January 2022, the agency shortened the time that anyone must wait for a booster from six months to five. What to know about BA.2, the new omicron variant The latest Covid variant is 1.5 times more contagious than omicron and already circulating in almost half of U.S. states The omicron subvariant, known as BA.2, is 1.5 times more transmissible than the original omicron strain, according to Danish scientists. Pfizer and Moderna started clinical trials this week on omicron-specific shots amid growing concern that new variants will emerge as immunity induced by the original vaccines wanes. Israel begins fourth Covid-19 dose vaccine rollout for people 60 and over as Omicron cases surge Fourth vaccine dose likely not enough to prevent Omicron - CNN Pharmacies Are Turning Away Immunocompromised Patients Seeking 4th Covid Shot Getting a 4th ‘Booster’ Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine for Immunocompromised Patients New Omicron strain ‘has greater growth rate and may be more transmissible’ The BA.2 strain is a sub-lineage of the now dominant Omicron variant known as BA.1. New study offers clues into who could get "long Covid" How a hyperactive cell in the brain might trigger Alzheimer's disease "Vibration" Or "Buzzing" May Be an Ongoing Symptom of COVID-19 Long COVID: Why aren't my symptoms going away? Why did they come back? Am I a long-hauler? 50 Percent of People With COVID Get This Long-Term Symptom, Study Says Omicron’s most crucial warning: A disease can move much faster than we can Our approach to pandemic response can’t react fast enough for a Covid-19 variant like omicron. That should scare us. The extraordinary success of Covid-19 vaccines, in two charts Deaths tell one story of the pandemic. The lives saved tell another New clues emerge on long COVID Why Covid-19 is always one step ahead of the US response Three factors make it hard for the US to respond nimbly to new pandemic threats There's one population that gets overlooked by an 'everyone will get COVID' mentality The roughly 7 million Americans who are immunocompromised Some Optimistic News: Omicron Appears to Have Peaked Nationally Though the number of deaths nationwide still continues to rise Blood test could help detect who will get long COVID, study shows I often do NOT trust this site due to their rating in https://www.allsides.com/blog/updated-media-bias-ratings-new-york-times-wall-street-journal-vox-and-more Supply of effective COVID treatments ‘very limited,’ NCDHHS says What we know about Omicron’s latest variant a sub-lineage of Omicron, called BA.2, has taken off; British health authorities are now exploring its infectiousness. FDA halts use of monoclonal antibody drugs from Regeneron, Eli Lilly that don't work vs. omicron Booster longevity: Data reveals how long a third shot protects Could a universal Covid-19 vaccine defeat every variant? Scientists envision a shot that could protect against many coronaviruses in one fell swoop Booster shots needed against omicron, CDC studies show A wearable COVID tracker? This clip-on accessory can detect the virus Ivermectin’s potential to treat COVID gets a serious look in Duke University study The two other drugs being tested in the ACTIV-6 study are fluvoxamine, used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression, and fluticasone furoate, an inhaler medicine prescribed for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD. Indiana bill proposal seeks ivermectin as COVID treatment. Why pharmacists are up in arms South Africa study shows boosters failed to block omicron, bolstering case for face masks, distancing and hand washing Where are you most likely to catch COVID? New study highlights high risk locations PERSONALLY, I AM SUSPICIOUS OF THESE NUMBERS Could a universal Covid-19 vaccine defeat every variant? Scientists envision a shot that could protect against many coronaviruses in one fell swoop. Looking for free COVID tests? Avoid these fraudulent sites Americans to Soon Get Free N95 Masks Do At-home COVID-19 Test Kits Expire? Self-administered rapid antigen kits have an expiration date indicated on the packaging Rapid antigen test kits can only be stored for several months up to a year The shelf life of test kits generally varies among different manufacturers. For instance, the RapCov Rapid COVID-19 Test can be stored for eight months. Meanwhile, the shelf lives of two antigen tests, namely the BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card and CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Test, were extended to 12 months after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviewed their stability studies. FREE covidtests.gov FFP2 and N95 Masks Offer (ALMOST - FFP2s = 94%) Maximum Protection—Here's Where to Find Them White House: COVIDTests.gov will distribute free rapid tests starting January 19th Omicron surge shows signs of easing in states hit early by the fast-spreading variant Omicron surge hasn't peaked nationwide, and 'the next few weeks will be tough:' US surgeon general Time to learn more Greek letters: Omicron won't be last worrisome COVID variant, scientists say Don't download this COVID app! It's spreading malware COVID Cases Are Declining In New York City U.S. CDC urges Americans to wear 'most protective mask you can' while stopping short of advocating nationwide usage of N95 respirators Vaccines for Kids Under 5 May Be Months Away So You’re Triple-Vaxxed and Still Got COVID. Now What? The Math Behind False Positives and False Negatives What are sensitivity and specificity, anyway? Flurona - When the Flu and COVID-19 Overlap Omicron can make you contagious before you test positive, allowing for rapid spread Swab throat too during rapid COVID test, Israel's Health Ministry says Covid loses "90 % of its infectiousness within five minutes of being airborne" New Study Finds Children Are up to 2.5 Times More Likely to Develop Diabetes After COVID-19 Infection https://www.yahoo.com/news/experimental-lilly-drug-neutralizes-omicron-201144830.html Scientists believed Covid leaked from Wuhan lab - but feared debate could hurt ‘international harmony’ When You Should Take a PCR or Rapid Antigen Test Moderna COVID-19 Shot Lowers Risk Of Infection, Hospitalization Compared To Pfizer's, VA Real-World Data Shows Will this COVID-19 wave lead to herd immunity? Are you less likely to get sick again if you had omicron? Why this ‘milder’ variant is a double-edged sword COVID-19: Northeast Ohio university study affirms omicron variant is milder than delta COVID Reinfection: What To Know About Your Odds Of Getting Sick Again Vaccinations Surge In Canada Now That It’s Required To Purchase Alcohol And Weed COVID-19 vs. the flu. If you test negative on an antigen test, don’t assume it’s a common cold or influenza. Here’s why Why do COVID PCR and antigen tests produce different results? What To Do If You Get A COVID Breakthrough Infection On A Trip Experimental Lilly drug neutralizes Omicron in lab The drug, known as LY-CoV1404 or bebtelovimab SAME URL - Covid seems to cause higher risk of Diabetis 1 (or 2) https://www.yahoo.com/news/experimental-lilly-drug-neutralizes-omicron-201144830.html Nasal spray could protect against all COVID-19 variants for 8 hours: study might NOT be accurate???? Swab throat too during rapid COVID test, Israel's Health Ministry says Omicron can make you contagious before you test positive, allowing for rapid spread New Study Finds Children Are up to 2.5 Times More Likely to Develop Diabetes After COVID-19 Infection Covid loses "90 % of its infectiousness within five minutes of being airborne" A Texas team comes up with a COVID vaccine that could be a global game changer U.S. insurers must cover eight at-home COVID tests per person monthly - White House Home Covid-19 tests must be paid for by health insurers starting Saturday Omicron-specific vaccine is coming in MARCH but ‘may not matter—everybody’s going to be infected,’ says expert CDC: Immunocompromised eligible for 4th COVID shot as early as this week - 1/10/2021 How to Digitize Your COVID-19 Vaccine Card I HAVE NOT TRIED THIS - DRW N95 Vs. KN95 Masks: What's the Difference? A Timeline of How Long Vaccine Boosters Take to Build Immunity, According to Experts Wondering how long it takes for additional vaccine doses to be effective against variants? It may be sooner than you're aware Your COVID-19 Vaccination Card Is Important — These Plastic Holders Will Keep It Safe Everything You Need to Know About Mask Braces: Do They Work? Can You Make Your Own? I, personally, only recommend N95s (I have NO medical traiing) The 5 Most Cutting-Edge Ways to Diagnose COVID-19 Everything You Need to Know About mRNA, the COVID-19 Vaccine's Secret Weapon COVID-19 County Check - Find community transmission levels and masking guidance by county Regeneron to Test Multiple Omicron-Fighting Antibodies in People FedEx warns of shipment delays as Omicron leads to staffing shortage The ultimate guide to reusing and buying N95 masks Everything you need to know—well, at least until the next game-changing variant. I don't know that we we should trust this article (little posted research), it is published by Popular Science - I am not responsible for it's validity. Personally, I believe the article and we recycle our N95s at a MINIMUM of seven days (we have NO medical training). Nose swabs or throat swabs? COVID patient questions conventional guidance after tests miss her case Cyprus reportedly discovers a Covid variant that combines omicron and delta - called the strain "deltacron" Study finds cancer-causing chemicals in popular sprays that stop glasses from fogging when you wear a mask Vaccinate, Boost, Test and Wear a Mask to Combat Omicron At-home Covid test prices are through the roof – How to find them in stock As Omicron surges, fear and frustration do too for people at high risk Why at-home antigen tests might be missing early cases of Omicron But should you change where you swab? Not yet Mayo Clinic fires 700 workers who failed to comply with Covid vaccine mandate New COVID variant ‘IHU’ with 46 mutations detected in France FDA cautions against throat swab for at-home COVID tests FDA is warning people to follow the instructions of at-home Covid-19 rapid tests and only swab their NOSES (NOT throat) Almost every cruise ship reports COVID-19 cases onboard, despite precautions How safe are indoor gyms during Omicron surge? What experts say Scientists struggle to understand the competition between Omicron and Delta Omicron Shows the Unvaccinated Will Never Be Safe Virus leaves antibodies that may attack healthy tissues; B cell antibodies weakened, not defeated by Omicron Nurse wakes up from 45-day coma after being given Viagra WOW Omicron variant might have mutated from mice, says study Omicron Cases Are Hitting Highs, But New Data Puts End in Sight Data suggest hospitalizations are now decoupled from case numbers, and the variant causes less severe disease Most monoclonal antibody treatments are not effective at fighting omicron, Duke doctor warns 'Very unsettling': Scientists see troubling signs in humans spreading Covid to deer Omicron might be milder because it has a less effective way of attacking lung cells, studies say U.S. is considering recommending that individuals exposed to Covid end isolation if they’ve tested negative for the virus after five days, Dr. Fauci says Many people hospitalized in the Omicron surge are there for other reasons and have only mild COVID-19 Covid booster 88% effective against hospital treatment with Omicron The new data confirms that two doses of the AstraZeneca, Pfizer or Moderna vaccines offers little protection against being infected with Omicron. ‘Next to Impossible to Escape’: Omicron Is Like Nothing We've Seen Before Omicron Might Be Gentler on Lungs, Early Studies Suggest Florida Will Party on New Year’s Eve as Cases Hit Record Highs: ‘Nobody Cares’ - Opinion Travel in the omicron surge: What airlines owe you if they cancel your flight U.S. rings in New Year with Covid surge, scaled back celebrations and travel woes Omicron is here. What are your treatment options if you get Covid-19? How to recognize Covid-19 symptoms from the omicron variant You Could Have COVID Symptoms and Still Get Negative on a Rapid Test. (It’s Actually Good News!) Omicron Is Temporarily Shutting Down My Life I’m immunocompromised and canceling all my plans. But I won’t be hunkering down for long SOME ARE TOO DANGEROUS - KIDNEYS, HEART,... The first is Paxlovid, Pfizer’s antiviral, which could revolutionize COVID treatment The second breakthrough is access to Evusheld, AstraZeneca’s The third development I’m awaiting is better supply of a monoclonal antibody called sotrovimab Would a 4th dose of COVID vaccine wear out your immune system? No, and here’s why not rediculous question As COVID-19 testing demand remains high, Wake County, NC, opening 3 new sites starting New Year’s Eve FDA ‘to approve Pfizer booster for children 12 to 15’ as US sets record of nearly half-million Covid cases WHO warns new Covid variants could emerge that are fully resistant to vaccines as pandemic drags on CDC warns against cruises, regardless of vaccination status Omicron cannot escape T cells; boosters protect households from Omicron Tracking the vaccine race A look at the vaccines in development to fight COVID-19 Moderna could be ready to develop Omicron booster in weeks - CEO Pardes to go public, says COVID-19 antiviral pill does not need booster How effective are COVID-19 rapid tests? UNC doctor says ‘they have a threshold’ Symptoms of Omicron, other Covid-19, cold, flu Telling the difference between Omicron, other COVID-19, a cold, or the flu. Sarah Jacoby December 28, 2021 https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/covid-19-just-cold-heres-200259661.html If you are sick, assume it's COVID. Isolate and get tested. COLD symptoms Symptoms tend to build up over a few days Runny or stuffy nose. Sore throat. Cough. Congestion. FLU symptoms UNLIKE a cold or COVID-19, symptoms hit right away Trouble getting out of bed Fever. Cough. Sore throat. Runny or stuffy nose. Body aches Headaches COVID-19 (except Omicron) symptoms Loss of taste and smell Headache. Sore throat. Runny nose. Fever. Body aches. OMICRON COVID-19 symptoms LESS reporting of loss of taste or smell Night sweats Cough. Fatigue. Runny nose and congestion. How to get an at-home COVID test sent to you Omicron infection appears to protect against Covid delta variant and could displace it, South Africa study finds NC shatters record high COVID-19 daily positivity rate in first metric update since holiday weekend Beware of these 5 early omicron symptoms, study says Over 85 cruise ships under CDC investigation following COVID outbreaks Omicron surge and storms disrupt air travel for 4th straight day CDC slashes estimate of Omicron case prevalence People reinfected with omicron variant had fewer symptoms, small CDC study finds The report, which looked at six people, also suggests the incubation period for the new variant may be shorter. The Mother of All Vaccines May Be Closer Than You Think What if we could make a shot for pandemic viruses—before they exist? CDC Slashes Recommended COVID Isolation, Quarantine Time to Five Days FOR they are asymptomatic And how do they know that? Comparison of FFP2, KN95, and N95 Filtering Facepiece Respirator Classes New study finds booster protection against Omicron drops at 10 weeks Protection against severe disease and hospitalization, however, should last much longer Exposed to COVID at a holiday gathering? What to know about quarantining, testing Israel testing fourth Pfizer COVID vaccine shot Vaccines, pills and data offer some Christmas cheer in face of Omicron advance WHO and EU clear Novavax, adding another option to vaccine arsenal Understanding monoclonal antibodies and vaccines NOTE: THIS WAS PRODUCED BY AstraZeneca, COULD BE BIASED ???? I, personally would consider this just an AD. Pfizer antiviral pills may be risky with other medications FDA does not recommend Paxlovid for people with severe kidney or liver disease Booster shots protect against symptomatic Omicron infection for about 10 weeks Immunocompromised Americans can already get an extra shot Roughly 1 in 60 Manhattanites reportedly infected with COVID-19 in the past 7 days Covid tests are in short supply — here’s where you might still find them for free This Is What You Should Know Before Taking A Rapid COVID Test Every day, decisions are being made based on rapid COVID tests. How common are false negatives? Doctor asks if vaccinated ICU patients should receive preference as Omicron rages Biden's Covid test plan isn't enough Omicron: Good news, bad news and what it all means - BBC Pfizer Pill Adds to Growing U.S. Stockpile of Virus Treatments Fresh hope as Omicron patients are ‘up to 66% less likely to be hospitalised’ US Army scientists develop vaccine ‘effective against Omicron and all Covid and SARS variants’ Covid Pill Availability May Depend on Which State You Live In First allocation of Pfizer's Paxlovid pill to be parceled out The U.S. will have 265,000 Pfizer courses by the end of January and 10 million courses by July. It will also have 3 million of Merck & Co.'s Covid pill, developed with partner Ridgeback Biotherapeutics LP, by the end of January. The CDC Just Released New Face Mask Guidelines—Here Are Two That Make The Cut Rapid tests do not always detect Omicron — here's how to know for sure if you've got COVID-19 or not Belgian researchers warn against holiday reliance on COVID antigen tests Your cloth mask is not good enough protection against Omicron, according to an expert — here's why If you have a cold right now, there's a good chance it's COVID-19, study finds Half of people with coldlike symptoms likely have COVID-19, a UK study suggests. 4 reasons your rapid COVID-19 test might show a false result Here's how the omicron variant of COVID-19 symptoms differ from the flu or a cold Not every case of 'rapidly escalating' COVID-19 variant Omicron is being detected, Dr. Tam reveals The CDC Wants Your Masks to Meet New Standards How to Clean, Disinfect and Sanitize Every Type of Face Mask US Army develops single vaccine to fight against all Covid variants https://www.army.mil/article/252890/series_of_preclinical_studies_supports_the_armys_pan_coronavirus_vaccine_development_strategy Moderna says its booster significantly raises the level of antibodies to thwart Omicron Coronavirus Variant Tracker How to get a COVID test before Christmas despite Wake County’s website outage ********************************************************
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