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Paxlovid reduced hospitalisation, death risk during Omicron wave: Study
Antiviral drug, paxlovid, significantly reduced the likelihood of hospitalisation or death from COVID-19 in people at risk of severe illness during the Omicron wave, according to a study.
Published on Feb 13, 2023 04:39 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Parmita Uniyal, Toronto
XBB.1.5, the most transmissible Covid subvariant yet
The Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5 is the most transmissible of the Covid-19 subvariants to emerge so far and has been spreading quickly across the United States. Here's what we know -- and don't -- about XBB.1.5.
Published on Jan 13, 2023 07:14 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Parmita Uniyal
What we know about ‘Kraken’ Covid Variant XBB.1.5; why it's causing concern
A new Covid variant that was first detected last year has quickly become the dominant strain in the US — and picked up a creepy moniker along the way.
Updated on Jan 12, 2023 05:45 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Parmita Uniyal
‘BF.7 variant found in several Covid samples of international flyers’: Mandaviya
"The genome-sequencing of the 200 samples showed that the BF.7 variant was present in several passengers. Our vaccines are effective against this sub-variant," Mansukh Mandaviya said.
Updated on Jan 11, 2023 11:24 PM IST
Kanishka Singharia | Edited by Aniruddha Dhar
Morning brief: Nothing suspicious found on Moscow-Goa flight after bomb threat
Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.
Published on Jan 10, 2023 08:51 AM IST
No mortality or rise in spread of Omicron variants in India: Centre
India initiated random testing of international travellers arriving at various airports on December 24.
Published on Jan 10, 2023 03:12 AM IST
HT Correspondent, New Delhi
Contagious subvariant still in circulation; no cause for panic: Experts
Experts say there was no reason to panic as there has been no unusual surge in cases reported from any part of the country.
Updated on Jan 09, 2023 05:07 AM IST
11 Omicron sub-variants found in international travellers till Jan 3: Report
They said 19,227 international travellers were tested at airports, sea ports and land ports in the said period, 124 of them were found Covid positive and put in isolation.
Published on Jan 05, 2023 04:47 PM IST
PTI |
Early detection of Covid variants remains in focus of Centre’s plan
Last month, the Union health ministry sounded an alert, tightened Covid guidelines and asked states and Union Territories to prepare for any eventuality amid a surge in infections in several nations, especially China.
Updated on Jan 02, 2023 04:47 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Omicron BF.7: What is herd immunity; can it save us from 4th Covid wave?
A top official of CSIR- CCMB said the severity of Omicron BF.7 in India may not be as serious as in China because Indians have already developed 'herd immunity'. Here's all you want to know about herd immunity and whether it can protect us from a fresh wave.
Updated on Dec 28, 2022 06:03 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Is mixing Covid vaccines more effective against Omicron BF.7? What experts say
Can combining vaccines offer better protection against Omicron BF.7 and new emerging subvariants? We asked experts.
Published on Dec 24, 2022 09:07 PM IST
‘Cant see Corona, where is it?’: Cong minister on Mandaviya’s letter to Rahul
The minister's remarks come amid a squabble between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress after Mandaviya's letter to Rahul.
Updated on Dec 24, 2022 08:41 PM IST
Kanishka Singharia | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
Can Omicron BF.7 increase hospitalisations in India? Coronavirologist answers
Omicron BF.7 that was first seen in India in July is currently wreaking havoc in China. Expert says it's not clear whether the variant is still spreading fast in India or not but a wave cannot be ruled out.
Published on Dec 24, 2022 01:33 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Amid Omicron BF.7 spread, here are signs your cough is due to Covid-19
Omicron BF.7 subvariant is spreading fast across the world. India has reported 4 cases so far. The symptoms of Omicron BF.7 are cough, fever, sore throat, among others. Expert on how to recognise if your cough is due to Covid.
Updated on Dec 23, 2022 07:56 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
4 healthy amla recipes to boost immunity amid Omicron BF.7 spread
Loaded with Vitamin C, calcium, phosphorous, iron, protein, and fibre, amla has everything your body needs in this season to keep the winter woes away.
Published on Dec 23, 2022 03:30 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Omicron BF.7 scare: Tips to boost immunity amid global rise in Covid cases
Omicron BF.7, which is behind surge in Covid cases in China, has a high transmission rate which means it can infect other people very quickly. Here are tips to boost immunity to prevent infection.
Published on Dec 23, 2022 01:56 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Year-ender 2022: Omicron to sudden cardiac arrest; diseases that made news
Just as people thought Coronavirus was part of history books, the surge of a new variant in China has been giving jitters to people across the world. Here are other diseases that made news in 2022.
Published on Dec 22, 2022 08:46 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Omicron BF.7 cases surge; common and unusual symptoms of Covid to watch out for
The classic symptoms of Covid have been fever, chills, cough, fatigue, body ache, loss of taste and smell, sore throat etc, but the deadly virus can at times show unusual symptoms. Know what they are.
Published on Dec 22, 2022 02:00 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
China Covid surge: 1 million cases daily now, 4.2 million by March - new report
Covid cases in China: The Xi Jinping government has adopted a narrower definition for what is considered a death caused by Covid-19 making it difficult to count the number of dead.
Updated on Dec 22, 2022 04:53 PM IST
Primary cause of smell loss in long Covid-19: Research
While focusing on the loss smell, the finding also sheds light on the possible underlying causes of other long Covid-19 symptoms -- including generalized fatigue, shortness of breath, and brain fog - that might be triggered by similar biological mechanisms.
Published on Dec 22, 2022 10:55 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Durham
PM Modi to review Covid situation in India today amid surge in cases in China
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's review meeting comes a day after Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya chaired a meet, and asked states to step up surveillance and be alert. Mandaviya also asked people to get vaccinated and use masks, emphasising that the pandemic is “not over yet”.
Updated on Dec 22, 2022 10:40 AM IST
Sharangee Dutta, New Delhi
Concerns over Omicron subvariant BF.7; Centre's Covid advice | Top 10 points
Meanwhile, four cases of Omicron subvariant BF.7 - said to be driving China's current surge - were also detected in India. While three cases have been reported from Gujarat, one is from Odisha.
Updated on Dec 21, 2022 11:00 PM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
Amid China Covid surge, health experts warn of new variants
Wang Guangfa, a respiratory expert from Peking University First Hospital, warned that Beijing may experience a spike in severe Covid-19 cases over the next fortnight.
Published on Dec 21, 2022 07:50 PM IST
PTI |
Omicron BF.7: Cases of highly infectious strain rise in India; know symptoms
Three cases of BF.7 strain, that is driving the current wave of Covid infections in China, have been detected in India so far. Will it cause a fresh wave in India? What are its symptoms? Know from experts.
Updated on Dec 21, 2022 07:12 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
3 cases of Covid variant driving massive China surge detected in India
The first case of BF.7 in India was detected in October by Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre. So far, two cases have been reported from Gujarat while one case has been reported from Odisha.
Updated on Dec 21, 2022 09:33 PM IST
PTI |
Covid-19 scare grips China: What we know about new BF.7 Omicron variant?
The BF.7 - short for BA.5.2.1.7 - sub-lineage of the BA.5 Omicron variant is reportedly more infectious than others known so far.
Published on Dec 21, 2022 03:12 PM IST
Manjiri Chitre | Edited by Chandrashekar Srinivasan
Ayurveda expert on herbs to help keep flu, RSV and Omicron at bay
A strong immune system protects one from disease-causing agents and lowers chances of experiencing severe symptoms in case of any infections, says Dr Archana Sukumaran.
Published on Dec 07, 2022 12:41 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Evening brief: Rahul Gandhi says media used to praise him in his early days
Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.
Published on Dec 04, 2022 04:56 PM IST
Omicron: 7 important tips to prevent Covid infection in winter season
It is important for people to protect themselves from seasonal flu and the possible new immune strains of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2. Here are some tips to follow.
Published on Dec 04, 2022 03:57 PM IST
Parmita Uniyal, New Delhi
Dr Ashish K Jha on whether Covid-19 can become more lethal
Dr Ashish K Jha said there is plenty of historical evidence of viruses that evolve to become more lethal.
Published on Nov 08, 2022 07:04 PM IST
