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Debunking the Common Myths Regarding the COVID-19 Variants

Here, we try to bust a few myths related to the COVID-19 variants. Myth 1. The COVID-19 variants are more lethal than the original virus There’s a lot of confusion and misinformation about the potential fatality of the new COVID-19 variants currently.

Covid-19: What’s Known About the 4 New Variants

The California strain This is the most recently-discovered Covid-19 variant on the list, and it is believed to have originated in California.

COVID-19 Delta Variant - Important Facts You Should Know

The Delta variant of Covid-19 is the most concerning of all emerging strains of the Novel Coronavirus. This version of Covid-19 emerged in India, where it caused the deadly and terrifying second wave of the pandemic, and it’s now spreading across North America, the UK, Europe, and China.

Omicron COVID Variant - Here's All You Need To Know

According to WHO’s official statement, “Based on the evidence presented indicative of a detrimental change in COVID-19 epidemiology, the TAG-VE has advised WHO that this variant should be designated as a VOC, and the WHO has designated B.1.1.529 as a VOC, named Omicron.”

COVID-19 - 6 Important Developments to Be Aware Of

Related Article: Debunking the Common Myths Regarding the COVID-19 Variants 2.

Do the New Covid Variants Warrant Doubling-Up on Masks?

Anthony Fauci, stated that he favors double-masking for the new and more infectious Covid-19 variants like the UK strain and others.

COVID-19 ‘Stealth’ Subvariant - What Is It?

Scientists have recently detected a cousin of the Omicron COVID-19 variant , which has been labeled the ‘stealth’ subvariant due to its ability to sometimes evade detection.

COVID-19 Vaccination: Can the Second Dose Be Delayed?

However, there’s a tricky part about the COVID-19 vaccine that’s been causing confusion as of late. Thus far, all authorized COVID-19 shots in the world are two-dose vaccines. The first dose has been developed to make your body identify the virus and build up the immune system.

Can Omicron Be Countered With COVID-19 Booster Shots?

The discovery of the Omicron variant raised a lot of concerns all around the world. Just as it appeared, we were putting the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic behind us, but this new variant put things in jeopardy again as it spread rapidly in 34 countries of the world.

The Cardiac Dangers of Covid-19

A new and unnerving addition to Covid-19 symptoms was recently brought to light: despite the fact that it is considered an illness of the lungs, many patients who are infected with the novel coronavirus experience cardiac issues. 

How Accurate ARE COVID-19 Tests?

We distinguish between the available Covid-19 tests and their respective accuracy below. Related Article: COVID-19 - Which Face Masks Are the Best?

Mild COVID-19 Symptoms - What Should You Expect?

What does it even mean to have mild COVID-19? [related_articles] As you’re likely aware, COVID-19 severity is categorized into three groups: mild, moderate, and severe. But how do they differ?

First Pill to Treat Covid-19 Authorized by the FDA

Due to the rapid spread of the highly infectious COVID-19 Omicron variant around the world, the FDA gave an emergency authorization to the antiviral pill called Paxlovid developed and produced by Pfizer on December 22, 2021.

Will COVID-19 Go Away in the Summer?

As we’ve mentioned in a previous article , scientists have initially hoped the warm temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere would reduce the spread of COVID-19 in countries located in that part of the world, as is the case with the Influenza virus.

COVID-19 Vaccines: Did It Work If You Had NO Side Effects?

With the spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant across the globe and an uptick in COVID-19 cases that came with it, the public is becoming increasingly alarmed. We are told that vaccines are effective against the Delta strain, yet even those who were vaccinated appear to be getting sick.

Warning! Beware of These 5 COVID-19 Scams

The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has brought many people together, at least mentally, and kindness and charitable deeds abound as most of us attempt to beat this mutual invisible enemy.

COVID-19: 6 New Developments You Should Be Aware Of

Hundreds of news stories related to COVID-19 appear in news outlets every day.

Flurona - When the Flu and COVID-19 Overlap

Over the course of the past couple of years, we’ve witnessed the coinage of so many new words related to COVID-19 . One of the latest words we noticed appearing is ‘flurona,’ which refers to the co-occurrence of the flu and COVID-19. Can you really catch the flu and coronavirus simultaneously?

Does COVID-19 Affect Pets?

The Effect Coronavirus Had on Pets So Far The COVID-19 outbreak did have some hard consequences on pets and pet owners. In the Chinese city of Wuhan, the center of the epidemic, pets have been trapped alone in apartments while their owners were stuck outside the city.