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U.K. Variant Of Coronavirus Doesn’t Cause More Severe Covid-19 Cases, Study Finds

The study contradicts several others published last month that suggested the U.K. variant was associated with an increased risk of death.

Michigan Battles Covid Surge: Gov. Whitmer Urges Suspending In-Person Schooling, Youth Sports

“To be very clear, these are not orders, mandates or requirements,” Whitmer said.

Two New Studies Show Link Between AstraZeneca-Oxford Vaccine And Rare Blood Clots

The studies say that the blood clots mimic complications that can occur with a common blood thinner.

Devastating Covid-19 Variant In Brazil Now 2nd-Most Reported Variant In U.S., CDC Data Shows

The highly contagious variant is contributing to an alarming wave of cases in Brazil, where President Jair Bolsonaro still opposes lockdown measures.

Here’s Why These Countries Are Reconsidering The AstraZeneca Covid-19 Vaccine — Even Though Experts Say It’s Safe

At least seven countries have restricted the shots use in younger people despite regulators asserting the safety and efficacy of the vaccines.

U.K. Watchdog U-Turns On AstraZeneca: Says Under 30s Should Take Alternative Covid-19 Vaccine

Europe’s medicines agency also found a possible link between the vaccine and blood clotting, though repeatedly stressed the vaccine’s benefits outweighed its risks.

AstraZeneca Covid-19 Vaccine Possibly Linked To Rare Blood Clots, European Medicines Agency Says

The organization recommends rare blood clotting be listed as a very rare side effect of the vaccine.

AstraZeneca Covid-19 Vaccine Has ‘Clear’ Link To Rare Blood Clots, European Public Health Official Says

The regulator has repeatedly said the benefits of vaccination outweigh the risks, a view shared by the World Health Organization.

Only Half Of Americans Say They Will Vaccinate Their Children Against Covid-19 As Soon As They’re Eligible

Adult resistance to the vaccines has declined over time.

Biden Covid Official Warns ‘Game-Changing’ Variant Infects Kids ‘Very Readily’ And Could Spur New Lockdowns

“We really are in a category five hurricane status with regard to the rest of the world,” the infectious disease expert said Sunday.