Coronavirus spread
China created COVID-19 as a 'bioweapon,' Wuhan researcher claims
Chao Shao asserts that the virus was deliberately engineered by China as a "bioweapon," and that his colleagues were tasked with identifying the most effective strain for spreading.
Scientists advance in search for new COVID strain's patient zero
New COVID variant XBB.1.16 under WHO observation as cases spike
China pledges 'final victory' over COVID as outbreak raises global alarm
Health Ministry doesn't change policy as COVID-19 cases in China reportedly surge
Other countries are reinstating Covid-19 testing for arrivals from China, while the Israeli Health Ministry has not yet announced any new measures.
New Omicron vaccines proven safe and effective
The new boosters are suited to two COVID-19 strains of the Omicron virus variant that represents the vast majority of infections, according to the FDA.
Israel's COVID-19 czar: Winter is coming, be prepared
The Health Ministry has purchased enough of the new Pfizer vaccine booster for all ages over 12 years, whether they are young or old, healthy or have chronic diseases.
North Korea reports unknown fever cases near China border, denies COVID
Authorities have dispatched epidemiological, virology and test experts to the area to investigate the cause of the fever cases while imposing measures to prevent their spread.
Israeli, Australian public health leaders to exchange COVID-19 knowledge
A group of 15 leading Australian public health experts and clinicians will visit Israel in September for a high-level exchange of lessons about the management of the COVID-19 pandemic.
China puts tourist island on lockdown leaving dozens stranded
China locked down an island due to the rise of COVID-19 cases leaving many tourists stuck inside hotels.
One in eight COVID-19 patients develop long-COVID symptoms - study
A Netherlands-based study has found that 12.7% of COVID-positive people in the general population will experience symptoms of long COVID, translating to one in eight COVID patients.
Huanan Market pinned as origin point of COVID-19 pandemic - studies
Two new studies indicate that COVID-19 spilled over into people at Huanan Market from two separate zoonotic transmissions.
COVID-19 in Israel: Over 10,000 new cases, highest number since April
168 people are currently considered to be in serious condition.
Prof. Nachman Ash: We are at the start of a new COVID-19 wave
The Health Ministry is considering bringing back a mask mandate in enclosed spaces, but does not intend to reinstate any of the large-scale restrictions seen during previous waves.
US drops COVID-19 testing for incoming international air travelers
The CDC is still requiring most non-US citizens to be vaccinated against COVID to travel to the United States.
