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At least 85 percent of the world’s population has been affected by human-induced climate change-- new study

Oct

12

At least 85 percent of the world’s population has been affected by human-induced climate change, new study shows Researchers used machine learning to analyze more than 100,000 studies of weather events and found that four-fifths of the world’s land area has suffered impacts linked to global warming. Washington Post

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WHO is waiting for full data on Merck antiviral pill

Oct

12

WHO says it awaits full data from Merck on antiviral pill The World Health Organization is awaiting full clinical data on the antiviral pill made by Merck & Co Inc to treat mild-to-moderate COVID-19 patients, a WHO spokesperson said on Tuesday, a day after the company said it had applied for U.S. emergency use authorisation. Reuters Reuters

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World Bank says globe seeing 'tragic reversals in development' due to COVID-19

Oct

11

World Bank says globe seeing 'tragic reversals in development' due to World Bank Group President David Malpass said Monday the Earth is seeing "tragic reversals in development" due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Joseph Choi TheHill

World Bank Group President David Malpass said Monday the Earth is seeing "tragic reversals in development" due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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U.N. chief appeals for $8 bln to equitably vaccinate 40% of world in 2021

Oct

07

U.N. chief appeals for $8 bln to equitably vaccinate 40% of world in 2021 U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed on Thursday for $8 billion to equitably vaccinate 40% of people in all countries by the end of the year as the World Health Organization launched a plan aiming to inoculate 70% of the world by mid-2022. Michelle Nichols Reuters

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WHO approves malaria vaccine to protect African children

Oct

06

Historic go-ahead for malaria vaccine to protect African children After years of trials, the vaccine has shown potential to save tens of thousands of children's lives. BBC News

Children across much of Africa are to be vaccinated against malaria in a historic moment in the fight against the deadly disease.

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AstraZeneca asks FDA for emergency authorization for new COVID treatment

Oct

06

AstraZeneca asks FDA for emergency authorization for new COVID treatment The drug maker is asking for emergency FDA authorization for its antibody treatment to help prevent COVID-19, which would help prevent disease for high-risk Americans with compromised immune systems. ABC News Videos YahooNews

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New England: Region faces Covid surge. Despite high vaccination rates, many still not vaccinated . m,a

Oct

04

Virus surge hits New England despite high vaccination rates Despite having the highest vaccination rates in the country, there are constant reminders for most New England states of just how vicious the delta variant of COVID-19 is . AP NEWS

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Changing distribution allocations, COVAX to send COVID shots only to nations with least coverage

Oct

01

In a first, COVAX to send COVID shots only to least covered nations A global scheme designed to ensure fair access to COVID-19 vaccines will this month for the first time distribute shots only to countries with the lowest levels of coverage, the World Health Organization said. Francesco Guarascio Reuters

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Fauci says data from NIH’s mix-and-match Covid vaccine booster trials will soon be ready

Sep

29

Fauci says data from NIH's mix-and-match Covid vaccine booster trials will soon be ready Dr. Anthony Fauci said NIH data on pairing a primary regimen of Covid vaccines from one manufacturer with boosters from another will soon be available. Robert Towey CNBC

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At least one long-term symptom seen in 37% of COVID-19 patients -study

Sep

29

At least one long-term symptom seen in 37% of COVID-19 patients -study At least one long-term COVID-19 symptom was found in 37% of patients three to six months after they were infected by the virus, a large study from Oxford University and the National Institute for Health Research showed on Wednesday. Reuters Staff U.S.

The most common symptoms included breathing problems, fatigue, pain and anxiety, Oxford University said, after investigating symptoms in over 270,000 people recovering from COVID-19.

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