Omicron
JN.1: What is the new COVID variant in Israel? - explainer
Israel has detected a new variant of COVID-19 known as JN.1, which has already affected around 200 people in the country. What should you know about it?
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Omicron booster vaccine reduces COVID hospitalization, death among elderly
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COVID-19: Omicron variant did not wipe out Delta, it could return - study
While the Delta virus wiped out the variants that preceded it, Omicron has not eliminated Delta, according to a new study from Israel's Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.
COVID's new Omicron sub-lineages can dodge immunity from past infection - study
"Based on neutralization escape, BA.4 and BA.5 have the potential to result in a new infection wave," the study said.
US Vice President Harris tested positive for COVID-19
Both Biden and Harris are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and have received two booster shots.
Worldwide COVID cases surpass 500 mln as Omicron variant BA.2 surges
Roughly 64.8% of the world population has received at least one dose of a COVID vaccine, although only 14.8% of people in low-income countries have received at least one dose.
WHO says it is analyzing two new Omicron COVID sub-variants
Viruses mutate all the time but only some mutations affect their ability to spread or evade prior immunity from vaccination or infection, or the severity of disease they cause.
COVID-19 in Israel: New variant is similar to Omicron, no rise in serious cases
“We have very few remaining restrictions, what is left is mostly masks," Health Ministry Director-General Nachman Ash said.
Omicron sub-variant BA.2 makes up about 35% of COVID variants in US - CDC
BA.2 is becoming more common in the US, as its circulation is up from 22.3% of all variants during the week that ended on March 12.
AstraZeneca COVID drug neutralizes Omicron sub-variants in study
Data from the study by the Washington University showed the therapy reduced the amount of virus detected in samples of all tested Omicron subvariants in mice lungs.
Small business owners to receive more aid following Omicron damage
Eligible businesses can receive up to NIS 600,000 in aid and grants.
COVID-19 in Israel: Green pass set to expire as unvaccinated tourists allowed entry
A total of 10,154 new daily coronavirus cases were recorded in Israel on Sunday and the number of coronavirus-related deaths recorded in Israel currently stands at 10,154.
