Do Covid-19 vaccines work against Omicron? 5 things to know
In order to differentiate between a Delta infection and an Omicron infection, the authorities are relying on a specific polymerase chain reaction test.
WHO backs Vietnam’s proposal to become regional hub for vaccine manufacturing
WHO was responding to a request from Vietnam to help the country become a hub for m-RNA vaccine technology transfer and a vaccine production base for the Western Pacific region
Patients with Omicron Covid-19 variant showing ‘very mild’ symptoms: South African doctor
The news of the new variant emerging from South Africa prompted a swift reaction from several countries.
S. Korea to closely monitor financial markets amid worries over omicron-sparked volatility
First vice-finance Minister Lee Eog-weon also urged people to stay calm.
Coronavirus pandemic to cost global tourism $2.7 trillion in 2021: UN
While international tourism has taken a hit from the outbreak of disease in the past, the coronavirus is unprecedented in its geographical spread.
Tourists refusing to mind their Covid-19 manners will be fined, warns CCSA
Since Thailand reopened provinces to vaccinated foreign tourists, it has been reported that some have blatantly ignored mandatory measures.
Rice terraces to reopen to tourists if Banaue hits herd immunity
Banaue is predominantly a tourist town where 98 percent of businesses rely on visitors.
Philippines, Pfizer ink deal for 20 million more Covid-19 vaccine doses
This recent purchase will be used as booster doses and for minors or new vaccine information subject to Food and Drug Administration.
Experts recommend booster dose in the light of deteriorating Covid-19 situation
Scientists are calling the B.1.1.529 variant the ‘most heavily’ mutated version of the SARS-CoV-2 virus discovered so far.
Vietnam faces severe blood shortage during pandemic
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the CIHBT had to cancel or postpone 80 blood donation drives in November,