Record-high 209,000 new coronavirus cases tallied in Japan
The figure is the eighth straight day of Tokyo numbers above the 20,000 line.
Pandemic
Breakthrough research may help detect Covid-19 early
Using Terahertz rays (T-rays), researchers were able to take a look into the respiratory organs of patients and identify Covid-19 infections.
Managing a persistent cough after Covid-19 recovery
Recovered Covid-19 patients may cough due to sinusitis, airway issues, irritation of a nerve in the throat, among others.
Oral pill for Covid-19 approved by Chinese regulators
Azvudine, developed by Genuine Biotech, was cleared and safe to be used for adult Covid-19 patients with moderate symptoms.
South Korea forced to reinstate antivirus measures amid growing Covid-19 wave
Starting July 25, international arrivals need to take a polymerase chain reaction test on the day of their entry to the country or by the second day of arrival, at the latest.
Japanese sentiment split over Covid-19 surge
While some people are heading to holiday destinations, taking thorough anti-infection measures, others have canceled their travel bookings.
Sinovac starts construction of vaccine quality research center
The facility, which is expected to start operations in the fourth quarter of 2023, will be mainly used for quality research – from raw materials to finished products.
South Korea’s testing policy aids omicron’s ‘stealth spread’
Since late January, PCR tests, considered to be the gold standard, have been offered only to people aged 60 and older.
Philippines teachers dread return to jam packed rooms
Under the new order issued by vice-president and Education Secretary, there will be no limit to the number of students allowed in in-person classes by November.
Covid-19: Those eligible can now book second booster slot on MySejahtera
Eligible second booster shot recipients will have to update their app to the latest version, and also their personal information on the app.