COVID levels are so high, they’re hovering near 2020’s initial peak, as the WHO urges those at high risk to take any booster they can get their hands on

[ad_1] U.S. COVID infections are hovering near levels of the pandemic’s first peak in 2020, and approaching the Delta peak of late 2021, according to wastewater surveillance and modeling by forecasters. It’s yet another sign that while the official pandemic state may be over, the days of COVID are far from it. Viral wastewater levels … Read more

New COVID Variant “Eris” on the Rise

[ad_1] Research indicates that the newly emerged Eris lineage (including EG.5 and EG.5.1) of SARS-CoV-2, characterized by moderate antibody escape capabilities, is responsible for its increasing spread; however, the forthcoming vaccines based on the XBB.1.5 lineage are anticipated to be effective against it. The severity of illnesses caused by these variants remains unchanged. SARS-CoV-2 lineage … Read more

What’s behind China’s military officer purge?

[ad_1] China’s National Defense Minister Li Shangfu has been missing for weeks. Now, he’s under investigation for corruption and out of a job — a recent trend, as several other government officials have also been removed public view, only to be fired. This pattern of anti-corruption purges is nothing new for Chinese President Xi Jinping, … Read more

Can a vitamin transform natural killer cells into a cancer therapy? Scientists think the answer is yes

[ad_1] This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked peer-reviewed publication trusted source proofread Ok! by Delthia Ricks , Medical Xpress NAM does not impact activation-induced cleavage of CD62L. NK cells enriched from the peripheral blood of 4 healthy … Read more

7 “Healthy” Foods to Skip, According to Dietitians

[ad_1] By melting low-fat cheese over your egg whites, spreading margarine on “light” bread, using plant-based crumbles instead of turkey or tofu in your tacos, and powering up with plant-based energy drinks instead of coffee, you may think you’re making healthy choices. But, according to registered dietitians, some of these so-called “healthy” foods might not … Read more

Russia-Ukraine war news: Russia-Ukraine war news: Kim views missiles in Vladivostok; five injured in Kharkiv strike

[ad_1] Updated September 16, 2023 at 3:44 p.m. EDT|Published September 16, 2023 at 2:05 a.m. EDT In this handout photo released by the Russian Defense Ministry, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is shown visiting the Admiral Shaposhnikov frigate of the Russian navy in the port of Vladivostok on Sept. 16. (AP) North Korean leader … Read more

Russell Brand news: Comedian accused of rape and sexual assault ahead of Dispatches documentary

[ad_1] Sexual jokes, kisses and nipples: Russell Brand’s most awkward interview moments Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Comedian Russell Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assaults and emotionally abusing four women during the height of his fame. … Read more