Rapid spread of Norovirus in Northeastern US: Public health alert issued

Rapid spread of Norovirus in Northeastern US: Public health alert issued

The United States is grappling with a rapidly spreading outbreak of norovirus, particularly in its northeastern region. According to recent data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the three-week average of positive tests for this highly contagious stomach virus has soared to 13.9 percent. Media outlet The Hill highlighted the urgency […]

WHO announces JN.1 as variant of interest with low global health risk

WHO announces JN.1 as variant of interest with low global health risk

The World Health Organization (WHO) made a critical announcement this Tuesday, identifying the JN.1 coronavirus strain as a “variant of interest.” This development, while significant, is marked by the WHO’s reassurance regarding its minimal threat to global public health. “Based on the available evidence, the additional global public health risk posed by JN.1 is currently […]

New super-mutant COVID strain emerges: Is this the next global threat?

New super-mutant COVID strain emerges: Is this the next global threat?

In a spine-chilling revelation that may alter the trajectory of the global pandemic, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced their surveillance of a highly mutated new COVID-19 strain dubbed BA.2.86. This menacing new lineage has already marked its presence in countries including the United States, Israel, and Denmark. The alert about […]