Under RFK Jr., COVID shots will only be available to people 65+, high-risk groups
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“For me, Joe Biden's legacy will forever be his capitulation to corporate interests on COVID-19, and the dismantling of protections and precautions against it.
His admin did everything in its power to feign normalcy, which cost hundreds of thousands of lives (and counting)”
For me, Joe Biden's legacy will forever be his capitulation to corporate interests on COVID-19, and the dismantling of protections and precautions against it.
His admin did everything in its power to feign normalcy, which cost hundreds of thousands of lives (and counting)
Thread by @Mike_Honey_ on Thread Reader App
In numbers: The massive Covid-19 surge in Asian countries
“In numbers: The massive Covid-19 surge in Asian countries”
In numbers: The massive Covid-19 surge in Asian countries
Shilpa Shirodkar tests COVID positive, urges fans to mask up
“Indian actor and television personality Shilpa Shirodkar has tested positive for Covid-19. Taking to Instagram, Shilpa, who is currently in India and recovering at home, wrote, ‘Hello People! I’ve tested positive for COVID.’ She encouraged her followers to stay safe and mask up. ‘Stay safe and wear your masks!’ Shilpa wrote.”
Indian actor and television personality Shilpa Shirodkar has tested positive for Covid-19. Taking to Instagram, Shilpa, who is currently in India and recovering at home, wrote, “Hello People! I’ve tested positive for COVID.” She encouraged her followers to stay safe and mask up. “Stay safe and wear your masks!” Shilpa wrote.
COVID-19 cases surge across Taiwan, with nearly 10,000 seeking medical care
“COVID-19 cases continue to surge across Taiwan, with nearly 10,000 seeking medical care last week, Taiwan’s Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday, Focus Taiwan reported.
On May 4-10, Taiwan saw 9,978 outpatient and emergency visits related to COVID-19, a 66% increase from the previous week. According to the CDC, this marks the fifth consecutive week of rising cases.”
COVID-19 cases continue to surge across Taiwan, with nearly 10,000 seeking medical care last week, Taiwan’s Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday, Focus Taiwan reported.On May 4-10, Taiwan saw 9,978 outpatient and emergency visits related to COVID-19, a 66% increase from the previous week. According to the CDC, this marks the fifth consecutive week of rising cases.
Covid-19 spreading again in China with 83% of cases involving elderly
“Covid-19 spreading again in China with 83% of cases involving elderly”
Covid-19 spreading again in China with 83% of cases involving elderly
Jess 🇨🇦 (@MeetJess) on X
“Let’s make something painfully clear: Infighting is not activism. Gatekeeping is not advocacy. And perfection is not the price of entry into this community.”
SharonBC,Canada (@SharonBurnabyBC) on X
COVID19 update for May 16, 2025 *
- New wave seems to be building globally * Lizzietraveler is on TikTok.
Experts may agree with RFK Jr. on fewer Covid shots
“The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices — the expert panel that has, until now, guided the nation’s vaccine policies — is already talking about changing policy in ways that would have this exact effect. A presentation from the group’s meeting last month suggests that, if they’re allowed to meet this summer, they’ll recommend annual shots for adults 65 and older, some younger adults with medical conditions that increase their risk of severe illness from Covid infection, including pregnant people, possibly health care workers, and some very young children.”
Why Moderna Merged Its Tech and HR Departments
Jackie Seidel, PhD (@JackieSeidel1) on X
“Going to a Vertigo Theatre play this week. Just noticed the tix have a statement that say DO NOT COME if you have Covid or are close contact with suspected or confirmed Covid. So I checked out their website ❤️”
Country star Gretchen Wilson wins 'Masked Singer' after 'severe' COVID symptoms kept her from spotlight
Los Angeles County rolls out health vending machines that offer COVID tests, condoms and Narcan for free | abc7.com
The Sudden Loss of Federal COVID-19 Relief Funds Will Hinder K-12 Academic Progress - Center for American Progress
“The recent rescission of COVID-19 relief funding for K-12 schools will harm districts and limit their ability to address learning loss and student achievement.”
US scientist who touted hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid named to pandemic prevention role
COVID is still around and a risk to vulnerable people. What are the symptoms in 2025? And how long does it last?
“However, loss of smell still seems to be associated with some newer variants. A recent French study found anosmia was more frequently reported in people with JN.1.”
Judge blocks Trump administration from canceling COVID-related school aid
Moderna's combo Covid and flu mRNA shot outperforms current vaccines in large trial
Thread by @Engineer_Wong on Thread Reader App
“How is COVID-19 testing conducted in China?
In China, affordable and fast PCR testing is available in major cities. Several companies provide this service, and the process is simple—just place an order through a mobile app.
Within two hours, a healthcare worker will arrive at your specified address..”
How is COVID-19 testing conducted in China?
In China, affordable and fast PCR testing is available in major cities. Several companies provide this service, and the process is simple—just place an order through a mobile app.
Within two hours, a healthcare worker will arrive at your specified address
PATIENT BEWARE: Aseem Malhotra, NIH Director Bhattacharya's BFF
New Drugs Outperform Paxlovid – A Game Changer for COVID and Future Pandemics
“The Antiviral Drug Discovery (AViDD) Center at UCSF is pioneering the development of potent drug candidates aimed at preventing future coronavirus pandemics.”
The Antiviral Drug Discovery (AViDD) Center at UCSF is pioneering the development of potent drug candidates aimed at preventing future coronavirus pandemics.
New Drugs Outperform Paxlovid – A Game Changer for COVID and Future Pandemics
COVID-19 как дополнительный фактор риска формирования основных неинфекционных заболеваний у взрослого населения: ретроспективное аналитическое описательное исследование | Галикеева | Кубанский научный медицинский вестник
A retrospective analysis of medical data from a 🇷🇺 sample showed that Covid can "be an additional risk factor for the development of major non-communicable diseases in the adult population and causes their increased prevalence."
France’s New Nasal Vaccine Aims to Cut COVID Transmission
Neural networks to model COVID-19 dynamics and allocate healthcare resources
5 years later: What happened to COVID vaccine companies?
Mike Honey (@Mike_Honey_) on X
“Earlier this month the XFL variant was defined, setting a new benchmark in SARS-CoV-2 evolution: a "quadruple-recombinant", meaning it’s evolution includes 3 recombinant ancestors.
It’s a stark example of how we are giving this virus every opportunity to evolve.
COVID19 #XFL
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Stuck in the Middle with Masking: Playing the Long Game in a Short-Sighted Age - WHN
“My identity as a healthy person had always been there—rooted in avoiding illness and protecting long-term well-being. But as the pandemic dragged on, that identity expanded, engulfing a broader view of what true health meant: seeing the bigger picture, understanding cumulative risk, and recognizing that preserving function over time is the real win.”
My identity as a healthy person had always been there—rooted in avoiding illness and protecting long-term well-being. But as the pandemic dragged on, that identity expanded, engulfing a broader view of what true health meant: seeing the bigger picture, understanding cumulative risk, and recognizing that preserving function over time is the real win.
Who should get the COVID booster? The advice might soon change.
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