😷 The 81-year-old, who is fully vaccinated and has received two booster shots, was experiencing mild symptoms. ➡ Read more: https://news.lee.net/news/national/dr-anthony-fauci-tests-positive-for-virus-has-mild-covid-symptoms/article_551424b6-ece0-11ec-9ff6-df9c768f3213.html
😷 The 81-year-old, who is fully vaccinated and has received two booster shots, was experiencing mild symptoms. ➡ Read more: https://news.lee.net/news/national/dr-anthony-fauci-tests-positive-for-virus-has-mild-covid-symptoms/article_551424b6-ece0-11ec-9ff6-df9c768f3213.html
😷 The 81-year-old, who is fully vaccinated and has received two booster shots, was experiencing mild symptoms. ➡ Read more: https://news.lee.net/news/national/dr-anthony-fauci-tests-positive-for-virus-has-mild-covid-symptoms/article_551424b6-ece0-11ec-9ff6-df9c768f3213.html
Quick Glance: Unique Vaccination Story: 217 Covid-19 Vaccinations Given
- A 62-year-old man from Germany received 217 Covid-19 vaccinations against medical advice.
- The unique case was documented in a study conducted by the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg.
- The vaccinations were administered privately over 29 months, with no reported adverse effects on the man.
- Researchers found no indications of a prior Covid infection and caution against excessive vaccination for immunity enhancement.
Quick Glance: Brazil: Bolsonaro Faces Charges for Suspected Vaccine Data Manipulation
- Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been officially accused of tampering with his COVID-19 vaccination records, marking the first charge against the controversial far-right leader, with potential additional allegations.
- The federal police indictment, disclosed by the Supreme Court, alleges that Bolsonaro and 16 others were involved in falsifying information within a public health database to give the impression that the former president, his 12-year-old daughter, and select individuals in his close circle had been administered the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Throughout the inquiry, numerous deceptive entries were identified between November 2021 and December 2022, alongside instances of utilizing forged documentation.
- Asserting innocence, Bolsonaro could potentially face a sentence ranging from two to 12 years if found guilty of manipulating health data.
Quick Glance: COVID Protection During Advent
- Lauterbach urges special precautions before Christmas.
- Recommendation to work from home to reduce infection risk.
Quick Glance: Florida Surgeon General Urges Caution with mRNA COVID Vaccines
- Florida’s surgeon general has expressed concerns about the safety of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines and recommends halting their use.
- He alleges that DNA fragments from the vaccines could 'integrate' into human DNA, causing harmful side effects.
- The Surgeon General was appointed in 2021 and has been publicly vocal against federal health policies.
- He has previously questioned the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Quick Glance: Experts Warn of Covid Resurgence
- Experts recommend increased mask usage and vaccination rates.
- Covid infection rates are rising similarly to previous winters.
- The low number of masks and low vaccination rate among vulnerable individuals are concerning.
- Dr. Rivers notes that weekly hospitalizations are increasing more slowly than in previous years.
Quick Glance: JN.1 Variant: Latest on Covid Developments
- The JN.1 variant may be more transmissible, but does not cause more severe Covid cases.
- Covid cases are on the rise, driven by the JN.1 variant, according to Dr. Mandy Cohen of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- JN.1 accounts for about 21% of Covid cases in the US, up from 8% just two weeks ago, according to the CDC.
- The World Health Organization has designated JN.1 as a 'variant of interest', indicating genetic changes that could enhance its spread.
Quick Glance: New Covid Strain JN.1 Dominates US Cases
- The JN.1 strain accounts for almost half of Covid cases in the US and is rapidly spreading.
- It's unclear whether the increase in Covid cases is driven by the JN.1 strain or other factors like holiday travel.
- Experts continue to recommend protective measures such as wearing masks, improved indoor ventilation, and the latest Covid vaccine as preliminary research shows the updated vaccines are effective against JN.1.
Quick Glance: Ueli Maurer on Corona
- Ueli Maurer participates in a symposium and expresses conciliatory sentiments.
- He defends the Federal Council during the Covid crisis and criticizes the one-sided information available.
- Maurer calls for respect for different opinions and criticizes the WHO guidelines.
- He emphasizes the need to be critical and opposes the partial revision of the Epidemics Act.
Quick Glance: Why Older Adults Require an Additional COVID-19 Vaccine
- According to new guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), older adults should receive the COVID-19 vaccine more frequently than previously recommended. Individuals aged 65 and older are urged to get another vaccine dose in the spring or at least four months after their last dose.
- The decision is based on data presented by CDC scientists showing current high hospitalization rates for COVID-19 among seniors, with the biggest spikes occurring in those aged 75 and older. A significant portion of hospitalizations due to COVID-19 are among people over 65 years old.