Tag: variant
First Case Of Omicron Variant Confirmed In Italy
The Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been identified in a citizen from Italy's southern Campania region, who returned to Milan from Mozambique "some days ago," Italian news agency ANSA has reported. ....
Australian PM Scott Morrison Calls State Leaders Meeting Over Omicron Covid-19 Variant
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has called a meeting of state and territory leaders in response to the new Omicron Covid-19 variant. ....
Omicron Variant Found In Earlier Test Samples From November In Netherlands
The Omicron coronavirus variant has been detected in test samples taken in the Netherlands from November19 to 23, the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has announced. ....
New Zealand Reports 146 New Community Cases Of Covid-19 Delta Variant
New Zealand reported 146 new Delta variant cases of Covid-19 in the community on Wednesday, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country's current community outbreak to 8,574. ....
Early Data On Omicron Severity Encouraging: Fauci
Early data on the Omicron Covid-19 variant is "a bit encouraging" and does not indicate a great degree of danger, says Anthony Fauci, the top US infectious disease expert. ....
1 In 3 People With Runny Nose, Sore Throat May Actually Have Covid: Study
One-third of people who are fully vaccinated adults but catch cold-like symptoms may actually be infected with Covid-19, shows a new study. ....
Natural Infection & Vax Best To Tackle Covid Variants: Study
A combination of vaccination and naturally acquired infection appears to boost the production of maximally potent antibodies against the Covid-19 virus, new research finds. ....
Covid Symptoms In South Africa Milder Than Earlier Waves: Report
While Covid cases in South Africa driven by the super mutant Omicron variant have surged 255 per cent in the last week, the infections are showing milder symptoms than seen in the last three waves, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). ....
UK Study Shows Vaccine Booster Dose Key For Protection Against Omicron
Two-shots of a Covid vaccine may not be enough against the Omicron variant, and a third dose or a booster shot is necessary to prevent the super mutant variant, according to a UK study. ....
'Not Surprised At All': BCCI President Sourav Ganguly Lauds India's Centurion Test Victory
BCCI president Sourav Ganguly lauded India cricket team on their victory over South Africa in the first Test at the SuperSport Park in Centurion on Thursday, saying that he is not surprised by the result at all. ....
