Omicron Variant
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New Covid variant 'IHU' identified in France, has 46 mutations
World | January 04, 2022 16:47 ISTThe variant has been reported by researchers at institute IHU Mediterranee Infection in at least 12 cases, and has been linked to travel to African country Cameroon.
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Why are vaccinated people testing Covid positive? Here's what expert says
World | January 04, 2022 16:30 ISTDoctors advise to wear masks indoors, avoid crowds and get vaccinated and boosted. Even though the shots won't always keep you from catching the virus, they'll make it much more likely you stay alive and out of the hospital.
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With Omicron, are we seeing the beginning of the end of Covid pandemic?
World | January 04, 2022 15:47 ISTThe ultra-contagious omicron mutant is pushing cases to all-time highs and causing chaos as an exhausted world struggles, again, to stem the spread. But this time, we’re not starting from scratch and there is hope towards the end of the tunnel, believes Dr. Monica Gandhi, an immunologist at the University of California, San Francisco.
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Delhi imposes weekend curfew; buses & metro trains to run at full capacity
News | January 04, 2022 15:00 ISTThe Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) on Tuesday decided to impose weekend curfew in the national capital in view of the surge in Covid cases driven by the fast-spreading Omicron variant, sources said. The curfew will remain enforced from Friday 10 PM to Monday 5 AM.
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Cotton masks just fashion statement: Know which mask gives most protection against COVID-19?
Health | January 04, 2022 13:18 ISTWhile many kinds of face masks are available in the market, which one offers the best protection from Covid strains and keeps you protected from communicable infections? Know which mask gives you the most protection during this omicron spread.
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Akshay Kumar-starrer 'Prithviraj' postponed due to Omicron outbreak
Bollywood | January 04, 2022 13:10 ISTOmicron outbreak has started affecting Bollywood releases. While Shahid Kapoor's Jersey was the first one to push its release date, reports are rife that Akshay Kumar has also decided to postpone Prithviraj. However, an official announcement from the makers is yet to be released.
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Massive surge in COVID cases indicative of third wave in India, like in other countries: Expert
India | January 04, 2022 11:49 ISTThere are some epidemiological similarities between South Africa and India. The natural infection rates in both countries are very high, the expert pointed out.
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Omicron: How to prevent infection?
Health | January 04, 2022 8:10 IST"It is essential to mask yourself properly, take both doses of vaccines (if not yet vaccinated), maintain social distancing and maintain good ventilation to the maximum possible," the guidelines said.
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Omicron variant: International arrivals to undergo rapid RTPCR test at Mumbai Airport
India | January 04, 2022 23:43 ISTSeveral states have already imposed restrictions and night curfew amid the rapid spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus.
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Covid cases surge across the globe amid Omicron scare, shows data | Top points
World | January 03, 2022 22:53 ISTThe World Health Organization (WHO) has informed that there is a decrease of 29% in Covid cases reported in South Africa, a country where the Omicron variant of Covid-19 first mutated.
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Maharashtra records 12,160 fresh Covid cases, 66% from Mumbai alone
India | January 03, 2022 20:52 IST68 fresh Omicron cases have been recorded in Maharashtra in the last 24 hours, taking the state's case tally to 578.
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How heavily mutated Omicron variant is spreading so fast, sparing lungs
India | January 03, 2022 19:11 ISTThe most effective steps individuals can take to reduce the spread of the Covid-19 virus is to keep a physical distance of at least 1 metre from others, wear a well-fitting mask, open windows to improve ventilation, avoid poorly ventilated or crowded spaces, and keep hands clean.
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Omicron affects throat: Food items to eat and NOT to eat to get relief from sore throat
Health | January 04, 2022 17:09 ISTWhile Omicron infection is being considered milder than the Delta variant, its four most common symptoms include-- cough, fatigue, congestion and runny nose. However, there are a number of food items that can be consumed that can treat your throat infection, boost your immunity and possibly make you guard against diseases.
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Mumbai schools for classes 1 to 9 and 11 to remain closed till Jan 31 as Covid cases spike
Education | January 03, 2022 20:15 ISTHowever, classes 10 and 12 will continue, said the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).
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Chhattisgarh CM Baghel says lockdown 'last option' amid rise in Covid cases
India | January 03, 2022 16:12 ISTCoronavirus cases are rising rapidly and it seems a third wave of infections is approaching, the CM said, but added that a lockdown will be the last option after various curbs and measures are implemented.
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Delhi: Omicron variant found in 84% of samples tested; positivity rate climbs to 6.5%
India | January 03, 2022 15:53 ISTHealth Minister Satyendar Jain said some experts have said the cases will peak in a week but it's conjecture.
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CES 2022 to get a day shorter, due to Covid Distress
Technology | January 03, 2022 15:23 ISTThe Consumer Technology Association (CTA), the organisers of CES has recently declared that the trade fair will close its display on January 7 instead of January 8, 2022. The steps have been taken by CTA post witnessing the rising cases of Covid-19 in the USA.
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66 out of 2000 on-board Mumbai-Goa cruise ship Cordelia test Covid positive
India | January 03, 2022 17:04 ISTThe Cordelia Cruise ship departed from Mumbai to Goa with over 2,000 people on-board including passengers, other crew members.
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'Omicron common viral fever; but cautions, precautions necessary': Yogi Adityanath
India | January 03, 2022 13:51 ISTEight Omicron cases have so far been reported in Uttar Pradesh and of the patients, three have recovered and the others are in home isolation, the chief minister said.
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What is Florona: Symptoms, Precautions, Treatment; everything you should know
Health | January 03, 2022 12:03 ISTThe symptoms of Florona are the same as Covid19 and flu. High fever, fatigue, shortness of breath, sore throat, headache, vomiting and diarrhoea are some of the common symptoms of either pathogen.
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