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Karnataka to restart COVID vaccination if necessary, cabinet sub-committee to be set up for seamless management of disease

Karnataka to restart COVID vaccination. Cabinet sub-committee to be set up for seamless management of Covid infection

The Hindu

One in 24 likely to test positive as Covid-19 infection levels rising

COVID-19 infection rates are rising in Scotland and England, according to new figures.

The National (Scotland)

London Covid cases highest in the UK as JN.1 variant spreads

Around 6% of Londoners estimated to have the virus

Evening Standard

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Thursday briefing: Junior doctors strike to ‘save’ NHS

In today’s newsletter: Patients in England have been warned of serious disruption as junior doctors begin one of the most devastating strikes in NHS history

The Guardian - UK

West Bengal to continue Covid surveillance activity, no cases at present: Official

West Bengal Health Dept. to continue surveillance of ILI & SARI cases amid uptick in COVID-19 cases; Union Health Minister urges states to remain alert.

The Hindu

Six new COVID cases in Telangana on Wednesday

Telangana reports 6 new COVID-19 cases in Hyderabad, 1 recovery; Union Health Minister chairs virtual meeting to discuss preventive measures.

The Hindu

Alert over summer spike in COVID, respiratory illnesses

An '"unusual" spike in respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19 and influenza has prompted a pre-holiday warning from a state's chief health officer.

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China emerged from 'zero-COVID' in 2023 to confront new challenges in a changed world

China’s prospects for 2024 look uncertain, as a year that opened free of COVID-19 lockdowns winds down without the dreamed of robust recovery for the world’s No. 2 economy

The Independent UK

States are trashing troves of masks and protective gear as costly stockpiles expire

As a deadline to allocate federal COVID-19 cash approaches next year, states must decide how much to invest in maintaining warehouses and supply stockpiles after panic buying during the pandemic.

WEKU

Australian travel insurance red flags: missed connections, stolen luggage and preexisting conditions

Travel insurance can be a complicated business for consumers, with caps and exclusions buried deep in fine print. Here’s how to know what you are really covered for

The Guardian - AU

JN.1: What to know about the new Covid variant surging in the US

Infectious disease experts say the best way to protect yourself from the JN.1 subvariant is to get the updated Covid 19 vaccine

The Independent UK

Tory disregard for disabled people could prove costly at the ballot box

Letter: Ditching the role of a dedicated minister for disabled people is troubling, says Colin Hughes

The Guardian - UK

Covid 19 makes a comeback with Jn-1: How to increase immunity naturally

As the world grapples with a surge in COVID-19 cases, the emergence of the JN.1 variant adds a new layer of complexity. Governments globally are on high alert as this highly mutated form of SARS-CoV-2 raises questions and challenges.

The Times of India

JN.1 COVID strain: With rising cases, government issues alert

The whole world is currently dealing with an increase in COVID-19 cases, and the JN.1 variant's appearance is raising more questions. A national alert has been issued by the government due to the spread of the highly mutated form of SARS-CoV-2.

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COVID-19 JN.1 strain Vs past COVID infections: Why precaution is recommended

Health officials are becoming concerned after it was discovered that India’s Kerala sees the rise of JN.1 strain of SARS-CoV-2, which is a descendent of the BA.2 lineage. An advice was released by the Union government emphasizing the need for heightened awareness, particularly among the most vulnerable populations.

Fortune

JN.1, the WHO’s newest ‘variant of interest,’ has spiked COVID wastewater levels to all-time highs in some countries. What you need to know about the ‘Pirola’ offshoot

How dangerous is JN.1, how likely are you to get it, and could it derail your holiday plans? Here’s what you need to know, according to the experts Fortune spoke with.

The Hindu

Karnataka records three deaths in last one week; infecting strain yet to be established

Three COVID-19 deaths reported in Bengaluru after two-month gap; Karnataka records 40,317 deaths, 92 active cases. Health Minister directs 1,500 tests daily & adequate beds & oxygen availability. No restrictions on New Year celebrations yet.

The Times of India

Does JN.1 have the same symptoms as other COVID variants?

Confirming the incoming of the new COVID strain, India had a spike in Covid-19 cases on December 20, with 614 new infections reported in the previous day—the highest number since May 21. The COVID subvariant JN.1, which was initially discovered in Kerala, is the cause of the recent increase in…

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The Times of India

COVID-19 JN.1 variant: Symptoms you need to know about

In the last nine days, the number of active COVID caseloads in India has doubled which led the government to issue an advisory to states. The reason: A new COVID variant named JN.1, was first detected in the southern state of Kerala. Since then, the cases due to this COVID-19…

The Times of India

WHO calls COVID-19 strain JN.1 a "variant of interest" This is what it means

The novel COVID-19 variation JN.1 has now been officially classified by the World Health Organization as a single "variant of interest," following the strain's quick global spread. This announcement was made on Tuesday. Health officials have been cautious in stating that, in comparison to earlier versions, JN.1 has not yet…

The Guardian - UK

Women’s voices barely heard in Boris Johnson’s No 10, Covid inquiry told

Inquiry hears of ‘macho and egotistical’ climate in which women spoke for as little as 10 minutes in five hours of key meetings

The Hindu

Travel plans for Christmas remain intact despite a slight increase in COVID-19 cases in Bengaluru

Travellers from Bengaluru plan trips to domestic & international destinations despite COVID-19 resurgence. Health Dept. urges to follow guidelines.

Roll Call

Spending fights, supply chain delays slow mobile health boom - Roll Call

Mobile health units, which flourished during the pandemic, now face headwinds thanks to supply chains and federal spending uncertainty.

The Hindu

Mysuru: All SARI, ILI cases to be tested for COVID-19

Mysuru health authorities to test ILI, SARI patients for COVID-19, increased surveillance on H.D. Kote border with Kerala.

The Hindu

Government issues COVID-19 alert, says no clustering of JN.1 cases

India registers rise in daily COVID-19 positivity rate in States including Kerala, Maharashtra, Jharkhand and Karnataka; Union Health Ministry issues alert, sdays no clustering of cases had been reported in new JN.1 variant of SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus

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