NY COVID Cases Surge to Highest Mark Since April; Gov.: Omicron Has Arrived
"This is not cause for alarm," the governor said. "We knew this variant was coming and we have the tools to stop the spread."
South Africa Says New COVID Cases Doubled, Braces for Rise Amid Omicron
While it is not yet known if the Omicron variant is responsible for South Africa's surge, some experts say that it is very possible.
CDC Orders Airlines to Turn Over Passenger Lists From African Flights
Passenger names, addresses and contact information are among the details covered by the CDC's directive.
World AIDS Day 2021 Themes, History and Why It's Observed
The first five cases of what later became known as AIDS were reported 40 years ago.
Dutch Find Omicron in Sample From Mid-November, 5 Days Before South Africa
The discovery makes even more unclear the timeline and origin of Omicron's emergence as scientists try to figure out how dangerous the COVID variant might be.
U.S. Leaders Brace for Omicron as Inevitability, Urge Masks Indoors
As of Monday, more than a dozen countries around the world have reported cases of the Omicron variant, but the U.S. has yet to be included in that list.
Pfizer CEO Says They've Started Developing New Vaccine Amid Omicron Spread
Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla said his company could have a new vaccine available in less than 100 days, if necessary.
Fauci Warns Americans Not to 'Panic' Over Omicron Variant
The coronavirus variant was first detected in South Africa and has now spread to over a dozen countries, with no cases reported yet in the U.S.
WHO Proposes 'Negotiating Body' to Improve Pandemic Response
WHO officials began a three-day meeting with world leaders Monday to draft a resolution to prevent and fight future pandemics.
Trump Jr, Ted Cruz Troll WHO For Skipping 'Xi' in Naming Omicron Variant
The Chinese president's surname is relatively common and the term Nu may have been deemed confusing.
U.S. Joins at Least 15 Other Nations Banning Travel From South Africa
The new travel ban will go into effect starting November 29, President Joe Biden announced on Friday.
Most African Countries to Miss Vaccine Targets As New Variant Emerges
The WHO predicted last month that about 10 percent of countries in Africa would meet global vaccination targets set earlier this year.
What We Know About Nu B.1.1.529 COVID Variant Ahead of WHO Assessment
World Health Organization experts will convene on Friday to assess a new COVID variant that has worried scientists because of its mutations.
New 'Heavily Mutated' COVID Variant Compels WHO to Call Special Meeting
An infectious diseases expert wrote that the variant "has mutations associated [with] reduced vaccine effectiveness."
EU Advises Member Countries to Not Enact Tighter COVID Restrictions
In hopes of saving free travel between the nation-bloc's 27 countries, the EU is recommending countries against implementing restrictions amid the latest surge.
WHO Europe Calls for COVID Booster Shots for Vulnerable Populations
"We face a challenging winter ahead," WHO Europe Director Dr. Hans Kluge said in a statement.
2 Weeks After Biden Lifted COVID Travel Ban, WHO Warns of Europe Outbreaks
WHO's Europe director, Dr. Hans Kluge, said the continent could record 500,000 COVID-19 deaths by March if tougher action isn't taken.
COVID Vax Rates in Africa Low But Region Avoids Worst, Scientists Baffled
Though only about 6 percent of people across Africa are vaccinated, the continent has been one of the least affected regions, confusing scientists.
U.S. Offers Billions to Drugmakers to Ramp up COVID Vaccine Supplies
"The U.S. needs to make sure these companies, which they funded, are prioritizing public health rather than profits," said advocacy manager Robbie Silverman.
WHO Sets Decade-long Plan Into Action to Decrease Traffic Fatalities
The World Health Organization has added roadway safety to its list of sustainable development goals in an effort to decrease preventable deaths and injuries.
There Could Be Shortage of Billions of Vaccine Syringes in 2022, WHO Warns
A syringe shortage could lead to delays in vaccinations and other health services, and could prompt poorer nations to reuse syringes and needles.
COVID-19 Live Updates: Another 500,000 more deaths by February Predicted
The WHO has warned of a further 500,000 COVID-19 deaths between now and February as countries brace for a winter spike. Follow Newsweek's liveblog for all the latest.
Europe the Epicenter of COVID-19 Pandemic, Says WHO
"We are at another critical point of pandemic resurgence," Dr. Hans Kluge said. "Europe is back at the epicenter of the pandemic."
WHO Reports Europe As Only Region With Increasing COVID Cases
The World Health Organization reports that cases of COVID-19 across Europe have increased for the fifth consecutive week.
Most Painful and Deadly Toxins Revealed by Venom Experts
Venomous snake bites are responsible for over 80,000 deaths per year, with the WHO now recognizing it as one of the most Neglected Tropical Diseases.
Delta Dominating Other COVID Variants Doesn't Mean More Won't Emerge
The WHO is tracking at least 14 COVID-19 variants that emerged after the highly contagious Delta was discovered.
Europe, Americas Lead Globe in New COVID Cases: WHO
The World Health Organization said that with more than 580,000, the U.S. had the largest number of new cases.
Up to 59 Million COVID Cases in Africa, World Health Organization Estimates
The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported over 8 million COVID-19 cases since the pandemic started, but many other cases are undetected.
WHO Names Experts to Help Find COVID Origins
The advisory group known as SAGO, first announced in August, comprises 26 scientists who will guide WHO studies into COVID-19 and other pathogens.
Approval of Malaria Vaccine Offers 'Glimmer of Hope' for Children in Africa
"We expect many more African children to be protected from malaria and grow into healthy adults," said Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO's Africa director.