Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Sweden introduces anti-COVID measures as a 'precaution'

Sweden said on Tuesday it would introduce a series of anti-COVID measures as a "precaution", with the Scandinavian country currently being spared the high infection rates seen in much of Europe.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

What the Omicron variant means for your holiday travel

Since the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus was dubbed "a variant of concern" just after Thanksgiving, a number of countries around the world began imposing new travel restrictions in response to its spread. And, while ...

Gerontology & Geriatrics

Improving mobility and quality of life for older adults

As we get older, transportation provides a vital link between home and community. Without reliable and easy ways to get around, many older adults (especially those who live alone) have limited access to essentials like groceries ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Norway introduces new anti-Covid measures in Oslo

Norway introduced new anti-COVID measures in greater Oslo on Thursday after a suspected cluster of Omicron cases emerged among dozens of vaccinated people.

Medical research

Esophagus organoid holds promise for cancer research

Researchers at the University of Szeged in Hungary have demonstrated for the first time that an esophagus organoid successfully duplicates a vital function of that organ. The study is published in the American Journal of ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

UK launches booster vaccination blitz as new variant spreads

New measures to combat the new omicron variant of coronavirus took effect in England on Tuesday, with face coverings again compulsory in shops and on public transportation, as the government said it would offer all adults ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Germany to tighten COVID measures, decisions on Thursday

Germany's national and state leaders will decide Thursday on new measures to tackle a sharp rise in coronavirus infections, officials said after the country's outgoing and incoming chancellors conferred with governors.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

UK set to expand COVID vaccine boosters amid omicron fears

The independent body advising the British government on the rollout of coronavirus vaccines will likely decide Monday whether to expand the booster program to younger age groups following the discovery of the new omicron ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

UK to enforce new COVID rules from Tuesday

Britain's government on Sunday defended the pace and scale of its response to the new Omicron strain of COVID-19 against criticism that it was again falling behind the curve.

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