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CDC vaccine-benefit study stalls amid political pressure
health2 days ago

CDC vaccine-benefit study stalls amid political pressure

A CDC study suggesting the 2025–26 COVID-19 vaccine greatly reduces urgent-care visits and hospitalizations among healthy adults was reportedly blocked from publication by acting CDC director Jay Bhattacharya over methodological concerns, in a move linked by critics to political interference under Health Secretary Kennedy Jr. The dispute highlights tensions between science and politics at federal agencies, with officials calling prepublication review routine and skeptics accusing the administration of undermining public health messaging.

via Ars Technica|
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From Absinthe to Algorithms: How Society Uses Blame to Mask Uncertainty
society2 days ago

From Absinthe to Algorithms: How Society Uses Blame to Mask Uncertainty

The piece traces a repeating pattern in which genuine social anxieties spark a scapegoat, who is then blamed and framed through shifting alliances and selective evidence—a process the author calls “stigma opportunity structures.” Using France’s absinthe ban as a historical example, it draws parallels to today’s scapegoating of social media’s impact on teen mental health and xenophobic reactions during the Covid-19 era, arguing that certainty about blame often outpaces evidence and that such blame can serve political and moral purposes rather than illuminate complex problems.

via The Conversation|
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New COVID Cicada Variant Hits 25 States, May Evade Immunity
nation-and-world11 days ago

New COVID Cicada Variant Hits 25 States, May Evade Immunity

A new COVID-19 variant, BA.3.2 nicknamed cicada, has been detected in at least 25 U.S. states. First identified in South Africa in 2024, US cases rose starting in September 2025, with detections coming from travelers and wastewater. The CDC says the mutation may help the virus evade antibodies and appears highly transmissible, though symptoms resemble other COVID variants. Robust surveillance will guide vaccine updates and responses.

via WPDE|
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Cicada: A new Omicron BA.3.2 variant tests vaccines and spread
health14 days ago

Cicada: A new Omicron BA.3.2 variant tests vaccines and spread

A newly identified Omicron subvariant BA.3.2, nicknamed 'cicada', carries many mutations that may help it evade immunity. It has appeared in Europe and in 25 U.S. states, but remains a minority strain with no clear evidence of greater severity or transmissibility. Vaccines are still expected to protect against severe illness, annual booster shots are recommended, and home COVID tests remain effective if not expired.

via PBS|
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BA.3.2 Cicada spreads across the US, testing current vaccines
health14 days ago

BA.3.2 Cicada spreads across the US, testing current vaccines

The BA.3.2 variant (Cicada), an Omicron descendant with many spike mutations, is spreading rapidly in the United States and in about 23 countries. It is not yet shown to be more dangerous, but its differences may reduce how well current vaccines recognize it, underscoring the continued importance of vaccination, especially for people with chronic health conditions. The variant was first detected globally in 2024, reached the US in 2025, and has been found in 29 states and through wastewater data. Practical guidance remains: practice good hygiene, stay home when sick, spend time outdoors, and consult a clinician about personal risk. Wastewater surveillance continues as a valuable early warning tool.

via The Conversation|
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Cicada-Variant BA.3.2 Sparks Global Watch as Immunity Concerns Rise
health14 days ago

Cicada-Variant BA.3.2 Sparks Global Watch as Immunity Concerns Rise

A new COVID-19 variant, BA.3.2—nicknamed the Cicada—has a high number of spike mutations and has been detected in at least 23 countries; while it could partially evade immunity and current vaccines may be less effective against it, it does not yet appear more severe, with vaccines still offering some protection, and public health officials emphasize protecting high‑risk individuals and maintaining standard precautions as surveillance continues.

via Northeastern Global News|
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Cicada COVID Variant Tracked by WHO Across Countries
health15 days ago

Cicada COVID Variant Tracked by WHO Across Countries

The World Health Organization is closely monitoring Cicada, a new COVID-19 variant identified in at least 23 countries and detected in wastewater in more than 20 U.S. states; first identified in South Africa in 2024, it has not yet caused major U.S. case surges, and vaccines or prior infections may confer immunity, with WHO classifying it as a variant under monitoring in 2025.

via WRAL|
#cicada#covid-19#health
CDC mulls new ICD-10 code to track COVID vaccine injuries
health16 days ago

CDC mulls new ICD-10 code to track COVID vaccine injuries

CDC officials are weighing a plan to add a distinct ICD-10 code for COVID-19 vaccine injuries to better identify and study adverse effects, with public comments due by mid-May and the code potentially taking effect in fall 2027 if approved; supporters say it could improve care and research and aid data collection, while others caution that the condition is not yet clearly defined and the issue intersects with politics and potential litigation against manufacturers.

via Axios|
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Wexford GP faces Medical Council inquiry over Covid-19 tweets
health16 days ago

Wexford GP faces Medical Council inquiry over Covid-19 tweets

A Medical Council fitness-to-practise inquiry heard that Wexford GP Dr William (Billy) Ralph posted a large number of tweets between Oct 2020 and Jun 2022 criticizing Covid-19 public health policies (including child vaccination, masks and lockdowns) and promoting ivermectin, with allegations these posts breached professional conduct; the account has since been suspended and the hearing will continue with expert evidence.

via The Irish Times|
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Cicada: Highly Mutated COVID-19 Variant BA.3.2 Tracked as Potential Surge Trigger
health16 days ago

Cicada: Highly Mutated COVID-19 Variant BA.3.2 Tracked as Potential Surge Trigger

Public health authorities are monitoring BA.3.2, nicknamed Cicada, a highly mutated COVID-19 variant with up to 70–75 mutations detected in the U.S. and in 22 other countries. Current U.S. levels are very low (~0.19% of sequences), but the variant has spread internationally and may evade vaccine- or prior-infection–induced antibodies, potentially weakening protection against infection though vaccines are still expected to guard against severe disease. Experts caution Cicada could drive a summer surge if it spreads more efficiently, but it is not yet dominant, underscoring the need for ongoing genomic surveillance and vaccination.

via Everyday Health|
#covid-19#health#mutations
Wastewater signals BA.3.2 COVID-19 variant in 25 states, CDC reports
health17 days ago

Wastewater signals BA.3.2 COVID-19 variant in 25 states, CDC reports

A new SARS-CoV-2 lineage, BA.3.2, is being tracked in the United States through wastewater and clinical samples, with detections across 25 states including travelers and patients. The variant carries 70–75 spike-protein mutations and has shown immune escape characteristics, potentially increasing infections though not necessarily causing more severe disease. The CDC notes ongoing genomic surveillance is essential as BA.3.2 has two sublineages (BA.3.2.1 and BA.3.2.2) and continues to evolve.

via Fox News|
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