Month: November 2021

The Omicron variant carries worrisome mutations that may let it evade antibodies, scientists said. But it will take more research to know how it fares against vaccinated people. View original article Contributor: Carl Zimmer

The Biden administration has called on major companies to help fight the pandemic. Big chains want to get past the holiday staffing crunch first. View original article Contributor: Lauren Hirsch and Sapna Maheshwari

Doctors in Texas say they cannot head off life-threatening medical crises in pregnant women if abortions cannot be offered or even discussed. View original article Contributor: Roni Caryn Rabin

(JOHANNESBURG) — A new coronavirus variant has been detected in South Africa that scientists say is a concern because of its high number of mutations and rapid spread among young people in Gauteng, the country’s most populous province, Health Minister Joe Phaahla announced Thursday. The coronavirus evolves as it spreads and many new variants, including … Read more

The Biden administration has called on major companies to help fight the pandemic. Big chains want to get past the holiday staffing crunch first. View original article Contributor: Lauren Hirsch and Sapna Maheshwari

Many families with immuno-compromised or vulnerable relatives are racing to get vaccines for their 5-to-11-year-olds — and finally experiencing a long-awaited sense of relief. View original article Contributor: Jennifer Steinhauer

As you tuck into your Thanksgiving dinner, the kick-off event (at least for Americans) of the holiday season, spare a thought for the planet’s carbon waistline. Food production is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for more than a third of emissions worldwide — and a new study has given fresh insight into … Read more