- What is the efficacy of the COVID-19 second booster versus the first booster with prior COVID-19 infections? – News-Medical.Net: Researchers recently studied the efficacy of a second booster vaccine for COVID-19 compared to the first booster and prior infection. The SARS-CoV-2 Omicron (B.1.1.529) variant has driven the pandemic due to its increased transmissibility and immune evasion capabilities, leading to a decline in vaccine efficacy against it. Recommendations have been made to receive a second booster vaccine to help protect against this variant.
- COVID-19 vaccination does not affect male sexual functions. – Physician’s Weekly: This study investigated the impact of COVID-19 vaccination on male sexual functions, such as erectile function, orgasmic function, sexual desire, intercourse satisfaction, and overall satisfaction. Data was collected using the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) questionnaire and mixed methods were used for data collection.
- WHO appeals to China to release more detailed data on COVID-19 surge – PBS NewsHour: The World Health Organization has appealed to China to continue releasing information about its COVID-19 infections after the government announced nearly 60,000 deaths since December. The announcement was the first official death toll since the Communist Party dropped anti-virus restrictions in December, leading to a surge in infections and prompting other governments to impose controls on visitors from China.
- How long COVID has redefined one woman’s identity and … – KCUR: Wilson was diagnosed with COVID-19 in November 2020 and returned to work after recovering. She then developed bilateral pneumonia, which caused fatigue and shortness of breath. She was put off work again and spent January through March recovering.
- Long Covid Linked to Loss of Smell, Cognitive Impairment … – MD Magazine: Researchers from KI Research Institute in Malal observed key consistencies in long Covid symptoms among people who tested positive for COVID-19 from March 2020 – October 2021, suggesting mild cases may experience anosmia, cognitive impairment, dyspnea, weakness and palpitations.
- Healey’s administration must include disabled people – The Boston Globe: Governor Maura Healey must include disabled people in the creation and implementation of her policies if she wants to fully realize their potential. Nearly 800,000 of Massachusetts’ 6.8 million residents have a disability, and more than 425,000 are estimated to have long COVID. Disabled people must be included in policy decisions to ensure their needs are met.
- Long COVID may deal “lifelong disability” if no action taken says … – Cosmos: Research suggests that at least 65 million people around the world are estimated to have long COVID, with 1 in 10 individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 virus having long COVID symptoms. A US-based team of researchers concluded that a significant proportion of these individuals may have lifelong disabilities if no action is taken.
- COVID-19 variant XBB.1.5 could increase Washtenaw County’s … – WEMU: Washtenaw County has seen an increase in COVID-19 cases, and is now dealing with a new, more transmissible variant called XBB.1.5. Health officials are monitoring the situation closely and urging people to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.
- What is XBB.1.5, the new COVID variant? Infection Rate, Symptoms, Severity & More – Jagran Josh: The XBB.1.5 variant of the COVID-19 coronavirus, known as Kraken, is responsible for a record number of infections worldwide and is estimated to be responsible for 43% of all US cases as of January 14th. It is a sublineage of the Omicron strain, which is currently the most contagious variant of concern.
- Pittsburgh infectious disease expert comments on rise of COVID-19 cases after holidays, new variant – WPXI Pittsburgh: The Allegheny County Health Department reported an increase in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths after the holidays. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert from Pittsburgh, expects to see similar increases in cases next year as well. The new “Kraken” variant of COVID-19 was found in western PA.
Daily News Pulse for April 05, 2023
April 5, 2023
Summary: The domestic box office is close to reaching pre-pandemic levels, with mid-budget films helping to bring moviegoers back. Research has found that diabetes is a major factor in the severity of COVID-19 cases. The US government is planning to authorize booster doses of the vaccine for high-risk populations.
