Low vaccination rates have put Eastern Europe at the epicenter of the pandemic, but it isn’t only lack of vaccines keeping the virus going. (Originally published Oct. 29 in “What
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Infections are rising even among highly vaccinated nations as governments relax restrictions and winter returns. Is herd immunity a myth? (Originally published Oct. 25 in “What in the World“) Covid
Despite abundant evidence of the dangers, people all over the world are still choosing to take their chances with the virus. They’re a danger to themselves, their kids, and to
Global infections could be plateauing well above previous lows, suggesting a winter surge may be around the corner. (Originally published Oct. 15 in “What in the World“) Alas, the decline
As the wealthy and educated revel in vaccinated normalcy, the virus is festering—and biding its time. (Originally published Oct. 13 in “What in the World“) A-yep, y’all got the Covid,
Like the legendary British superspy’s latest avatar Daniel Craig, the exit of prevailing Double-O Delta may only set the stage for a new leading strain. (Originally published Oct. 11 in
The failure of the free market to mitigate the pandemic has upended faith in capitalism and pushed governments to the fore in setting society’s agenda. (Originally published Oct. 8 in
A new study suggests immunity against Delta infection drops by half within six months, but still prevents severe illness. Heads you win. Tails Covid loses. (Originally published Oct. 6 in
Merck’s new treatment for Covid shows promise in preventing serious illness. Better still, don’t get infected. (Originally published Oct. 4 in “What in the World“) Last week ended with the
ABBA’s return may be long overdue, but Sweden’s premature return to normal is part of a wider rush to drop restrictions that could prolong the pandemic. (Originally published Sept. 30