Press Association
Coronavirus vaccines in numbers: 47m receive first dose
Of the 86,466,264 Covid vaccines administered in the UK so far, 47,036,796 were first doses, according to the Government's coronavirus dashboard - a rise of 37,990 on the previous 24 hours.
Press Association
Vaccine in numbers: 90.7 million first and second doses given
Government data up to August 29 shows that of the 90,743,580 Covid jabs given in the UK, 48,024,928 were first doses, a rise of 23,612 on the previous day.
Press Association
Vaccine in numbers: 66,648 more second jabs given
Government data up to August 30 shows that of the 90,838,594 Covid jabs given in the UK, 48,048,009 were first doses, a rise of 19,643 on the previous day.
Press Association
Coronavirus in numbers: UK records 147 more deaths
The Government has said a further 147 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Friday, bringing the UK total to 133,988.
Bloomberg
Confused About Masking? It’s Time to Get Tactical
Sep.22 -- Do face masks really work at stopping the spread of Covid-19? Which ones work the best? Guidance from health experts and governments have been anything but consistent. Bloomberg Opinion has some tips at least about how to make...
Bloomberg
Covid-19 Has Killed 5 Million People Worldwide
The number of recorded Covid-19 fatalities surpassed 5 million as the world continued to roll out the biggest vaccination program in history. Some 7 billion shots have been administered across the globe, an effort that has helped to slow...
Press Association
Coronavirus in numbers: UK reports 171 more deaths
Coronavirus in numbers: The UK reports 171 more deaths as the total number of people to have received their second dose of a vaccine hits 50,963,718 according to Government figures.
Press Association
Coronavirus in numbers: 51,463,255 first vaccine doses delivered in UK
A total of 51,463,255 first doses of Covid-19 vaccine had been delivered in the UK by December 18, Government figures show.
Curated Video
Drugmakers Seek Emergency Authorization For New COVID Vaccine
Sanofi's and GSK's vaccine uses a more conventional protein-based vaccine technology.
Curated Video
Estimated 73% Of U.S. Now Have Immune Protection From Omicron
Millions of individual Americans’ immune systems now recognize the virus and are primed to fight it off if they encounter Omicron, or another variant.
Bloomberg
AC Health CEO on Cancer Hospital, Covid Impact
Paolo Borromeo, President and CEO at AC Health, discusses the company's construction of the Philippines' first dedicated specialty cancer hospital, and the impact from the Covid-19 pandemic. He speaks with David Ingles and Yvonne Man on...
Curated Video
In Real Life: DIY Pharma
Newsy's original documentary series In Real Life brings us a firsthand look at the world of DIY pharmaceuticals.
The Recount
Texas Abortion Ban Blocked (For Now)
A federal judge decides he *is* going to mess with Texas and its anti-abortion law. Thanks to a breakthrough vaccine, 2021 will hopefully be the last year 500,000 people die from malaria. Plus, COVID mandates work. Just ask President Biden.
Bloomberg
U.S. to Back Covid-19 Vaccine Patent Waiver
May.06 -- The U.S. signaled support for at least a temporary waiver on patent protections for Covid-19 vaccines Wednesday as the debate now switches to the World Trade Organization. Bloomberg’s Ben Bain reports.
Curated Video
Study: False COVID-19 Claims Spike On Facebook, Social Media
Avaaz study warns of social media "infodemic" from spread of false claims on COVID-19 vaccines and health information.
Press Association
Government 'future proofing' capabilities to fight biological threats, says Sajid Javid
Secretary of State for Health Sajid Javid says the Government is 'future proofing' capabilities to fight biological threats, during a visit at the UK Health Security Agency.
Curated Video
Mexico Remains Neutral, But Some Feel It's Cozying Up To Russia In War
Legislators from Mexico's ruling party recently formed a Mexico-Russia Friendship committee, prompting a strong rebuke from the U.S.
Curated Video
Bitter feuding over a possible link between vaccines and autism won't go away despite a strong rejection of that theory by a special federal court
HEADLINE: Court finds vaccines don't cause autism
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Bloomberg
Vaccine Uptake Improving Amid Omicron: Johns Hopkins
Johns Hopkins University Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine Bhakti Hansoti discusses India preparing for a new Covid-19 wave from the omicron variant and when the coronavirus may become endemic in the U.S. The Bloomberg School of...
Bloomberg
Why America Isn't Ready for the Next Pandemic
Genomic surveillance is a critical tool that helps current vaccines remain effective by monitoring viral mutations. But a lack of funding and political will means America remains vulnerable to the next pandemic.
Press Association
Volunteers receive booster as part of Moderna Omicron vaccine trial
St George's, University of London, vaccinate volunteers as they begin their Moderna Omicron vaccine trial. First volunteer seen is Polly Fox, 25 (with interview) and second is Persephone du Parcq, 37. Final interview is Dr Catherine...
Bloomberg
Merck Pill Important Tool in Covid Fight: Dr. Eliav Barr
Dr. Eliav Barr, Merck's senior vice president of global medical affairs, discusses the FDA's authorization of Merck's Covid-19 molnupiravir pill for use in adults at high risk of severe cases who have no other treatment option. He speaks...
Bloomberg
Solv Looks to Close Gaps in Healthcare With Software
Jun.15 -- Solv Health Co-founder and CEO Heather Fernandez speaks with Bloomberg Technology's Emily Chang about the future of healthcare in a post-pandemic world, and their mission to bring urgent care to all Americans.
Bloomberg
100 Million Vaccinations Target an Uphill Battle: Johns Hopkins
Jan.14 -- Johns Hopkins University Professor of Nursing Jason Farley discusses early trial information on the J&J Covid-19 vaccine and explains the process behind delivering and administering vaccinations. He speaks on "Bloomberg...