Tag: Covid

How Covid lockdowns hit mental health of teenage boys hardest | Young people

Teenage boys were hit hardest by the Covid lockdowns, with their mental health failing to recover despite the return to normality, according to the most comprehensive academic study of its kind. Early research into how lockdown affected children indicated that girls had suffered more significant mental health problems than boys. However, a new study carried… Continue reading How Covid lockdowns hit mental health of teenage boys hardest | Young people

The DeSantis, Burgum And Hutchinson COVID Records: What You Need To Know

Republican presidential candidates Ron DeSantis, Asa Hutchinson and Doug Burgum have something in common: They were in governor’s mansions for most or all of the time the federal government said COVID-19 was a public health emergency. From Jan. 31, 2020, to May 11, 2020, more than a million Americans perished, countless businesses closed and then… Continue reading The DeSantis, Burgum And Hutchinson COVID Records: What You Need To Know

Fearful of ‘Covid 2.0,’ Maui business owners say they welcome tourism

Still, locals and high-profile celebrities like the actor Jason Momoa warned visitors on social media to avoid the island out of respect for victims and survivors.  “That is the wrong message,” said Maui-based wedding photographer Tara Lee Murphy, who shot a ceremony on Lahaina’s beachfront just hours before the venue was devoured by flames. “We… Continue reading Fearful of ‘Covid 2.0,’ Maui business owners say they welcome tourism

Covid cases are ticking up. But it’s not time to panic, experts say.

For the first time in three years, Americans could head into the winter respiratory virus season with a measure of optimism, experts say, even as Covid cases appear to be ticking up. “We’re in a different place,” said Dr. Mandy Cohen, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Widespread immunity from either… Continue reading Covid cases are ticking up. But it’s not time to panic, experts say.

Covid booster jabs approved for sale to UK public | Coronavirus

Covid booster vaccines are expected to become available for the UK public to buy for the first time after health officials supported the proposal. Pharmacists and private clinics will be allowed to offer jabs for sale on the high street next year, as they do with the flu vaccine. The declaration by the UK Health… Continue reading Covid booster jabs approved for sale to UK public | Coronavirus

How high are Covid rates in England and what are the vaccination plans? | Coronavirus

With Covid in the UK on the rise once more, we take a look at the current situation and what the plans are for vaccination. What is the current picture around Covid cases and hospitalisations? While many of the community surveillance studies tracking Covid infection levels have been wound up, the UK Health Security Agency… Continue reading How high are Covid rates in England and what are the vaccination plans? | Coronavirus

Covid vaccines should be available to buy privately in UK, scientists say | Coronavirus

Covid vaccines should be made available for people to buy privately in Britain, leading scientists have urged, amid concerns over a new wave of the virus which could worsen in autumn and winter. Unlike flu jabs, which individuals or employers can buy for about £15 from high street pharmacies, Covid jabs are only available on… Continue reading Covid vaccines should be available to buy privately in UK, scientists say | Coronavirus

Summer picks: are we any closer to understanding long Covid? – podcast | Science

In this episode from March 2023, Ian Sample hears from Scotland’s Astronomer Royal, Prof Catherine Heymans, about her experience of long Covid and how it has affected her life. He also speaks to Prof Danny Altmann, an immunologist at Imperial College London, about the scientific understanding of the condition, and whether we’re any closer to… Continue reading Summer picks: are we any closer to understanding long Covid? – podcast | Science

Issue 1 fails in Ohio and what to know about the Eris Covid variant: Morning Rundown

Ohio voters reject a ballot measure that would make it harder to protect abortion rights. Arizona’s iconic cacti can’t stand up to this summer’s extreme heat. And a lucky Mega Millions player in Florida hit the billion-dollar jackpot. Here’s what to know today. Abortion-rights supporters prevail in Ohio special election When Ohioans decide whether to… Continue reading Issue 1 fails in Ohio and what to know about the Eris Covid variant: Morning Rundown