The COVID-19 vaccines work by training the immune system to recognize and respond to the virus that causes COVID-19, known as SARS-CoV-2. They do this by introducing a harmless piece of the virus (such as a piece of its protein or genetic material) into the body, which triggers an immune response. ... Read More
COVID19
COVID Emergency Over
Now, WHO data shows that COVID-related deaths have fallen steadily over the last three months. There has been a drop from over 41,000 weekly deaths at the start of January 2023 to around 3,500 by April 24, 2023.... Read More
The Tripledemic is Here
Tripledemic has no scientific definition; the term refers to a collision of COVID-19, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), and flu such that we may see hospital emergency departments overwhelmed.... Read More
Reducing Your COVID Risk
Diabetes (type 1 or 2) is associated with a higher risk of COVID-related complications, especially for those with poor glucose control. Of those presenting to the hospital for COVID-associated problems, one in four has diabetes.... Read More
Paxlovid Basics
“The rate of COVID-19 hospitalization is 15 cases per 100,000 person-days among patients treated with Paxlovid, compared with 59 per 100,000 person-days among untreated patients. The hospitalization rate is 73 percent lower for those taking Paxlovid.... Read More
COVID19 BA.5 Omicron Variant: Know This
I have been vaccinated and boosted. I am surprised to learn that I may have little protection against getting an infection or having a mild-to-moderate Covid BA.5 omicron variant infection.... Read More