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New omicron subvariants now dominant in the U.S., raising fears of a winter surge
Two new omicron subvariants have become dominant in the United States, raising fears they could fuel yet another surge of COVID-19 infections.
1 year ago
Omicron boosters for kids 5-12 are cleared by the FDA. The CDC’s OK is the last step
The U.S. on Wednesday authorized updated COVID-19 boosters for children as young as 5, seeking to expand protection ahead of an expected winter wave.
1 year ago
Early signs a new U.S. COVID surge could be on its way
Here we go again. The virus is starting to surge in many European countries and there are early signs a wave may be starting in the U.S. too.
1 year ago
How Biden’s declaring the pandemic ‘over’ complicates efforts to fight COVID
Biden's comments — made as officials try to convince Americans to get a new booster shot — were "unfortunate," several epidemiologists said.
2 years ago
Joe Biden says the COVID-19 pandemic is over. This is what the data tells us
While cases have decreased dramatically, there are still thousands of cases being reported across the world.
2 years ago
Slow start to omicron booster rollout could signal new normal in Delaware Valley
Early demand for the new COVID-19 bivalent booster vaccines is off to a slow start. Health providers and residents say It could be the new normal.
2 years ago
So you haven’t caught COVID yet. Does that mean you’re a superdodger?
Just as with HIV, some people have been exposed multiple times to COVID, but never had symptoms and never tested positive.
2 years ago
Is COVID-19 winding down? Scientists say no
New booster shots have arrived and social distancing guidelines have eased but COVID-19 infections aren't going away anytime soon.
2 years ago
Nearly 8 million kids lost a parent or primary caregiver to the pandemic
A study finds numbers far higher than previously thought. India has the greatest number of kids affected. The U.S. has 250,000 kids in this category but lags behind in aid.
2 years ago
Should I get an omicron booster shot? Delaware Valley experts share what you need to know
New COVID-19 booster vaccines are making their debut this fall, and they’ll be available to most adults.
2 years ago
Listen 3:12Post-mortem review of N.J. response to COVID to happen ‘within a matter of weeks’
Gov. Phil Murphy says a review of how New Jersey responded to the COVID pandemic will happen “within a matter of weeks” after being pressed on national television.
2 years ago
Omicron boosters: Do I need one, and if so, when?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending updated COVID boosters, for people ages 12 and older.
2 years ago
There’s no bad time to get a new COVID booster if you’re eligible, CDC director says
Americans will now have access to updated COVID booster shots. What should you keep in mind? CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky has answers.
2 years ago
FDA authorizes updated COVID boosters targeting newest variants
The hope is that the modified boosters will blunt yet another winter surge.
2 years ago
Life expectancy in the U.S. continues to drop, driven by COVID-19
Americans' life expectancy dropped for the second year in a row and is now the lowest it's been since the 1920s. COVID-19 is driving the downward trend, according to CDC data.
2 years ago
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