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China's population fell again, partly because of COVID-related deaths and weak economy --study

Tue, 2024-01-09 10:28 — mike kraft
Weak economy, COVID rampage likely shrank China's population again in 2023 China's population likely dropped for a second consecutive year in 2023 due to a surge in COVID-related deaths after the country abruptly ended strict lockdowns, while weak confidence in the economy's prospects keeps birth rates depressed. Farah Master Reuters

 

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Spain's government proposed a nationwide mask mandate in hospitals and health clinics; Italy says respiratory illness infection rates had hit a record

Mon, 2024-01-08 17:29 — mike kraft
Spain considers nationwide hospital mask rule, as flu, COVID hit Europe Italy said respiratory illness infection rates had hit a record, as flu and COVID spread across Europe. Reuters Reuters
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U.S. respiratory virus infections continue to build following the winter holidays.

Mon, 2024-01-08 17:20 — mike kraft
After winter holidays, respiratory virus activity continues to build across the US | CNN The first look at trends following most of the winter holidays shows that seasonal virus activity remains elevated and continues to rise across the United States, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As infections and hospitalizations mount, the CDC continues to emphasize the importance of vaccination — and the value of treatment to avoid severe disease. Deidre McPhillips CNN

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Paxlovid Cuts Covid Death Risk. But Useage is Low --studies

Fri, 2024-01-05 10:22 — mike kraft

As Covid rises again, killing about 1,500 Americans each week, medical researchers are trying to understand why so few people are taking Paxlovid, a medicine that is stunningly effective in preventing severe illness and death from the disease.

ALSO SEE: Less than a third of high-risk COVID outpatients prescribed antivirals, study finds

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Hydroxychloroquine, touted by then President Trump, could have caused 17,000 deaths during Covid -- study

Fri, 2024-01-05 09:58 — mike kraft
Hydroxychloroquine could have caused 17,000 deaths during Covid, study finds Former US President Donald Trump said: ‘What do you have to lose? Take it.’ POLITICO

Nearly 17,000 people may have died after taking hydroxycholoroquine during the first wave of Covid-19, according to a study by French researchers.

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Long COVID: CDC death date in U.S.; why it is a curse in low income nations

Thu, 2024-01-04 10:54 — mike kraft
Long COVID Has Caused Thousands of US Deaths: New CDC Data Fresh estimates from the CDC show a growing death tally from long COVID —– with numbers expected to increase as diagnostic expertise improves. Lisa Rapaport Medscape
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With a triple threat of respiratory illnesses; advice on how to avoid getting sick

Thu, 2024-01-04 10:23 — mike kraft
Health officials are monitoring a triple threat of respiratory illnesses. Here's how to avoid getting sick The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking the spread of the flu, RSV and COVID-19 this winter. CBS News
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Opinion: Former NIH Director Collins regrets ignoring collateral damage from some anti-COVID policies

Wed, 2024-01-03 11:04 — mike kraft
Former NIH Director: Ignoring 'Collateral Damage' Inflicted by COVID-19 Policies Was 'Really Unfortunate' Francis Collins’ remarks highlight the folly of attaching "infinite value" to a life saved by government regulation. Yahoo News
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Opinion: COVID-19 has tested us. Will we be ready for the next pandemic?

Tue, 2024-01-02 18:02 — mike kraft
COVID-19 has tested us. Will we be ready for the next pandemic? An infectious disease expert with insider access gives his take on what we did well, what we need to fix, and how to prepare for future outbreaks. Science

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A group of Minnesotans are suing local hospitals after loved ones died from COVID-19

Thu, 2023-12-28 18:19 — mike kraft
A group of Minnesotans are suing local hospitals after losing loved ones to COVID-19 A group of Minnesotans gather together to share stories about COVID-19 and the loved ones they lost. CBS Minnesota

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The group believes doctors received bonuses and incentives for giving medications, like remdesivir, to sick family members. They claim their loved ones got worse after receiving the medication....

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