Category: breaking-news

Monkeypox: CDC ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ About Falling Rates Of Infections—But Racial Disparities Spark Concern

A new report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Friday also found men who have sex with men have been taking a number of steps to curb infections.

Omicron-Specific Boosters Could Be Available By Labor Day—Here’s Who Should Get One

The shots will be available to all Americans 12 years and older, according to multiple reports.

Moderna Sues Pfizer And BioNTech Over Covid-19 Vaccine

The company says Pfizer and BioNTech copied Moderna’s mRNA technology without its permission.

Monkeypox Misinformation Is Spreading, Experts Warn—Here’s What You Need To Know About The Disease

Misinformation about how monkeypox spreads has sparked anxiety among groups—particularly women—who experts believe have very little risk of contracting the virus.

Court Blocks Biden Administration Guidance Requiring Abortions During Medical Emergencies—At Least In Texas

The ruling will affect Texas as its abortion “trigger ban” takes effect on Thursday.

Less Sleep Makes People More Selfish, Study Suggests

In addition to increasing risk for certain diseases, a lack of sleep also harms humans’ social conscience, scientists concluded after conducting three experiments published in PLOS Biology.

Pfizer-BioNTech Covid Vaccine Is 73% Effective In Young Children, Study Finds

The three-dose vaccine was most effective in children ages 6 months to 2 years, with a 75.8% efficacy rate, according to the study.

U.K. Team Launches First Trial Of Monkeypox Antiviral Drug

Researchers hope the drug, known as tecovirimat or TPOXX, will help speed recovery of those infected with monkeypox, for which there is no proven treatment.

Regular Exercise Slashes Risk Of Covid, Study Suggests

Racking up 150 minutes of moderate exercise, or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise, each week offers the best protection against Covid-19, new research suggests.

NIH Will Study New ‘Dose Sparing’ Monkeypox Vaccination Method

The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a new strategy that lets healthcare workers stretch monkeypox vaccine supplies by injecting one-fifth of a standard dose.