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U.K., U.S. ramp up booster shots amid omicron spread
The U.S. and the U.K. have ramped up their efforts for COVID-19 booster shots amid concern about the omicron variant, but Canadian experts say existing public health measures will be just as important.
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WHO warns how world should respond in omicron's 'early days'
The World Health Organization says that every tool used to fight the delta coronavirus variant needs to be strengthened against omicron.(Fabrice Coffrini/Reuters)
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Health-care systems could be overwhelmed with COVID-19 cases in January, expert says
Epidemiologist Dr. Christopher Labos talks about the rapid spread of the Omicron variant and how a surge in COVID-19 cases could burden health-care systems in the new year.
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How Omicron Derailed Pfizer Vaccine for Children Under the Age of 5
Vaccine maker Pfizer delayed its COVID shot for kids allegedly due to a lack of data on how it would perform against the omnicron variant, according to the Wall Street Journa. Peter Pitts, professor and founder of the Center for Medicine...
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COVID-19: Will existing vaccines protect against the omicron variant?
Infectious diseases specialists Dr. Isaac Bogoch and Dr. Susy Hota discuss whether existing COVID-19 vaccines will help protect people against the omicron variant and if people should change their behaviour.
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WHO designates new COVID strain Omicron as ‘variant of concern’
Several countries impose travel restrictions as new variant detected in South Africa raises global alarm.
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COVID-19: Will the omicron variant change vaccine booster rollout?
Ian Hanomansing talks to infectious diseases specialists Dr. Zain Chagla and Dr. Susy Hota about the omicron coronavirus variant, whether it will change the rollout of COVID-19 vaccine booster shots and if it will require more public...
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Europe and Central Asia could see 700k extra COVID deaths by March 1, warns WHO
“Cumulative reported deaths are projected to reach over 2.2 million by spring next year, based on current trends,” WHO said in a statement.
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Wheels Up CEO on Q3 Earnings, Rise in Membership Despite Aviation Headwinds
Wheels Up CEO Kenny Dichter talked to Cheddar about the aviation company's Q3 earnings report, the increase in memberships, and rising fuel costs. He attributed some of the increase in the number of members and rising revenue to...
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Moderna’s chief medical officer on vaccinating kids, booster shots
Andrew Chang talks to Moderna’s chief medical officer, Paul Burton, about the status of the company’s COVID-19 vaccines for children and whether the current formulation needs to be adjusted for booster shots.
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New variant will 'mushroom everywhere,' says Ontario science adviser
The omicron variant spreads rapidly, says Dr. Peter Jüni, the head of Ontario's COVID-19 Science Advisory Table, so we need to continue to act quickly with public health measures in Canada to help contain it.
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Underwater video shows lava from La Palma volcano
As the Cumbre Vieja volcano on the Spanish island of La Palma continues to erupt, new video shows a lava delta forming underwater around the island.
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New Zealand attempts to boost COVID-19 vaccination rates
New Zealand has held a one-off nationwide vaccination day to try to get as many people as possible immunised against COVID-19.
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Water in the desert: Restoring wetlands in Baja California
The United States and Mexico are working together to bring life back to the desert.
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Science uncertain about best approach to COVID-19 booster shots
Some immunocompromised Canadians are already receiving COVID-19 vaccine boosters, but the science is still unclear about whether everyone should get one in the near future or wait for one designed for the new variants circulating,...
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What an infectious disease doc is watching for with kids back at school
With the fall term underway, infectious disease physician Janine McCready is keeping her eye on how schools are implementing several key COVID-19 safety measures.
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Sturgis 2021: Biggest US motorcycle rally raises COVID fears
The roar of the motorcycle drowns out fears of Covid-19, at the biggest biker rally in the U.S.
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Sen. McConnell Blasts Big Business Following MLB Pulling All-Star Game from Georgia
Major corporations have spoken out about a new voting law in Georgia. In response, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell called out those big businesses saying, "Our private sector must stop taking cues from the Outrage-Industrial...
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Alberta doctor explains why they're starting 'alternative' COVID-19 briefings
Emergency room physician Dr. Joe Vipond says their group is filling a void left by the lack of briefings from Alberta health officials.
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Epidemiologist Talks Concerning Rise in Childhood COVID-19 Cases & Hospitalizations
Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, epidemiologist at UTHealth School of Public Health, joined Wake Up With Cheddar to discuss the increase in childhood COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, and how parents can help protect kids who are being sent back...
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Growing Concerns Over Childhood COVID Hospitalizations, Long-Haul Symptoms
Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, an epidemiologist at UTHealth School of Public Health, joined Wake Up With Cheddar to discuss the increase in childhood COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations and how parents can help protect their kids going back to...
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Nigerians protesting anti-police brutality bring Lagos to standstill
Nigerians are calling for police reform and an end to police brutality and corruption.
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Nigerians protesting police brutality bring Lagos to standstill
Nigerians are calling for police reform and an end to police brutality and corruption.
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US airline industry nosedives amid COVID-19 crisis
Airlines were given a bailout worth $25bn in exchange for an agreement to not lay off workers, but that deal ends in September and one airline has already announced massive cuts.