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Covid 19 Variant

Another COVID-19 variant is rising abroad

May 29, 2025

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Everything to know about the emerging 'FLiRT' COVID-19 subvariants

Jun 25, 2024

'Razor blade throat' symptom of new COVID variant

Some patients report a sharp, stabbing pain when they swallow, often at the back of the throat.

Jun 18, 2025

Uptick in COVID-19 infections seen as summer heats up

Jun 19, 2024

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Moderna COVID-flu shot sees strong immunity in older adults: Trial

Jun 10, 2024

COVID JN.1 variant now leading cause of infections in US

Dec 23, 2023

Here's where new COVID JN.1 variant is spreading in US

Dec 22, 2023

JN.1 now the 'fastest-growing' COVID variant in the US

Dec 20, 2023

COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing in US

Dec 8, 2023

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CDC panel votes in favor of recommending the updated COVID-19 booster

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Feds to suspend shipment of free at-home COVID-19 tests nationwide due to funding

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Jul 28, 2022

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COVID cases trending up as BA.5 variant spreads; should we wear a mask?

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UNC doctor says it's not "all bad" news as COVID numbers trend in wrong direction

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Thanksgiving travelers prepare for 'new COVID threat.' It's called HV.1

As hundreds of thousands of travelers will pass through airports this week, doctors are urging passengers to wear masks as a new variant is circulating.

Nov 21, 2023

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Why you should wait a few days before taking an at-home COVID test if you're sick

The best time to take an at-home COVID-19 test may be on the fourth day of having symptoms, according to a new study.

Oct 2, 2023

FDA signs off on updated COVID vaccines that target circulating variants

Vaccine manufacturers have said that testing shows that their vaccines are effective against EG.5, the currently dominant strain in the United States.

Sep 11, 2023

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As a summer wave of COVID-19 hits the US, questions about vaccines, quarantine and testing are back

A summer wave of COVID-19 cases is hitting the US, and raising questions about vaccines, quarantine and testing.

Sep 7, 2023

Community groups back on front lines as COVID cases ramp up in central NC

"It's time for people to start thinking about how they will protect themselves again."

Aug 24, 2023