The latest zigzag in the pandemic has already curtailed travel, but its broader impact on growth and inflation isn’t likely to be known for several weeks.
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Omicron Prompts Swift Reconsideration of Boosters Among Scientists
Many public health experts were opposed to a boosters-for-all approach. The new variant is changing some minds.
Omicron Prompts Swift Reconsideration of Boosters Among Scientists
Many public health experts were opposed to a boosters-for-all approach. The new variant is changing some minds.
Trust in Science and Scientists Increased Globally, Poll Finds
An international survey found that the pandemic had enhanced public faith in researchers and science, up from 2018.
Federal Judge Blocks Vaccine Mandate for Health Workers
The ruling is a setback for the administration’s effort to require vaccination for hospital and nursing home workers, which had been set to start next week.
Federal Judge Blocks Vaccine Mandate for Health Workers
The sweeping ruling is a setback for the administration’s effort to require vaccination for hospital and nursing home workers, which had been set to start next week.
World Omicron Fight Hindered by Fragmented Response
Almost two years into the pandemic, finger-pointing, lack of coordination, sparse information and fear are once again influencing policy.
As U.S. Hunts for Chinese Spies, University Scientists Warn of Backlash
A chilling effect has taken hold on American campuses, contributing to an outflow of academic talent that may hurt the United States while benefiting Beijing.
U.S. Health Officials Push Vaccines as Omicrom Spreads
Getting a vaccination remains the best line of defense against Covid-19, the nation’s top two health leaders said on Sunday.
Omicron Variant Prompts Travel Bans and Batters World Markets
Scientists do not yet know how dangerous the new Omicron variant is, but its many mutations set off alarms, lowering hopes of putting the pandemic in the past.