A consortium of leading UK scientists from Edinburgh, Oxford, and Montpellier issues a stark warning about the new KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, highlighting its increased transmissibility and potential impact on summer case numbers.
Health officials issue a stark warning as the new 'Stratis' COVID-19 variant drives a significant wave of infections. Experts reveal the most common symptoms and who is most at risk this summer.
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US scientists confirm the emergence of a hybrid COVID-19 variant, combining Delta and Omicron strains. Learn about its discovery, potential impact, and the global response.
The first confirmed case of the new Omicron Covid variant has been identified in the United States, detected in a vaccinated traveller returning to California from South Africa. Health officials urge booster jabs and increased vigilance as scientists race
Former President Donald Trump faces ridicule after promoting a debunked 'Stratus' COVID variant and falsely claiming credit for vaccine development during a rally, as experts and fact-checkers swiftly correct the misinformation.
EXCLUSIVE: UK health officials sound alarm as COVID-19 infections hit highest level since February. Latest data reveals worrying surge with one in 24 people now infected. Experts warn of challenging winter ahead.
Health officials issue a stark warning as the highly transmissible KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, a descendant of the JN.1 Omicron strain, is detected and spreading across five UK regions. Experts advise on symptoms and protection.
New data from the US Labor Department reveals a sharp, unexpected rise in weekly jobless claims, signalling fresh economic turbulence driven by the Omicron variant.
Exclusive: New data reveals a sharp rise in UK COVID-19 hospital admissions and cases, driven by the FLiRT variants, putting fresh strain on NHS services ahead of winter.
Health officials confirm cases of a new Covid-19 variant in Suffolk and Norfolk, urging vigilance as winter approaches.
A new CDC study shows three in five American adults contracted COVID-19 during the Omicron surge, with higher rates among younger demographics.
US health officials raise alarms as a new COVID-19 variant spreads rapidly in New York, with ties to a recent Trump campaign event. Experts warn of potential global implications.