Scientists to FDA: Don’t forget about T cells
In the face of waning antibody immunity to the coronavirus, scientists demand more attention on T cell immunity which may be more durable. Read article
Entries by Morgana Souza
Another Covid Surge May Be Coming. Are We Ready for It?
A lab study published last week found that vaccinated people who were infected with Omicron, a COVID-19 variant, had high levels of antibodies that would probably protect against BA.2. If […]
As picture of Covid vaccine durability gets clearer, J&J makes a strong showing
This week, Pfizer and Moderna asked the FDA to authorize fourth doses of their vaccines. Meanwhile, a new study shows protection from one J&J shot lasts at least six months. […]
New Studies Shed Light On The Severity And Transmissibility Of BA.2 Variant
While the number of cases of the Omicron variant has been decreasing over the past few weeks, health officials are concerned about the BA.2 variant, which appears to be more […]
How Worried Should We Be About the BA.2 Omicron Subvariant?
While the rise of another strain has some Americans stressed over the prospect of yet another wave of cases, it may not be time to panic just yet. Read Article
New Covid Variants Complicate the Question of Vaccine Mandates
Officials mulling new pandemic policies need to know how quickly vaccine protection wanes. But scientists don’t have a clear answer. Read Article
Younger Americans Benefited Less From Booster Shots Than Older People
Among those under age 50, vaccination even without a booster protected strongly against hospitalization and death.. Read Article
What’s Holding Up New Omicron Vaccines?
Vaccine makers worry yet another variant will start dominating in the months it takes to roll out shots against this one. Read Article
