New study shows Omicron less severe

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2 years ago

December 6, 2021

A Study by the South African Medical Research Council has found that cases of Omicron in the epicentre of the outbreak show a smaller number of patients have needed oxygen than in previous waves

#BREAKING Study by the South African Medical Research Council has found that cases of #Omicron in the epicentre of the outbreak show a smaller number of patients have needed oxygen than in previous waves #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/P7dqVL9WVE
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It also found that 76 per cent of patients didn’t know they had COVID when they were admitted to hospital for other conditions.

Compared to outbreaks of other variants, the Omicron outbreak was found to have a relatively low number of COVID-19 pneumonia hospitalisations in the general, high care and ICU wards

This comes as the new variant was first detected on November 24, sparking global panic with countries shutting their international borders.

Cases have now been recorded in over 38 countries around the world.

So far researchers have found Omicron to be more infectious but less severe, with patients having a shorter average length of stay in hospital compared to patients with other variants.

Cinema recycling films in lieu of fresh content?

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9 hours ago

May 3, 2024

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In an industry constantly looking towards the future, anniversary re-releases offer a welcome opportunity to celebrate the past.

In an era of nostalgia, anniversary re-releases of classic films like “Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace,” “Spider-Man 2,” and “Shrek 2” are captivating audiences anew.

From the thrill of podracing to the iconic battles between heroes and villains, these films offer a chance to relive cherished moments on the big screen.

Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man swings back into action, Shrek and his crew return for another hilarious adventure, and the galaxy far, far away beckons once more.

As fans of all ages flock to theaters, these timeless classics remind us why great storytelling endures, bridging generations and captivating audiences with their magic.

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TikTok’s fate in the United States

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19 hours ago

May 3, 2024

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TikTok’s fate in the United States has never been more in doubt.

Congress approved a bill, which President Joe Biden signed into law that gives its Chinese parent company two options: sell it to an approved buyer or see it banned.

But now, the owners of the popular social media app says they’re preparing to challenge the statute in court.

Andy Keiser a Senior Fellow at the National Security Institute, and a Former Senior Advisor for the House Intelligence Committee joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #featured #business #socialmedia #TikTok #TikTokban #nationalsecurity

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The ongoing alcohol related research many ignore

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1 day ago

May 2, 2024

Mike Loder

New research shows the impact of alcohol on our gut microbiome.

Alcohol affects gut microbes, potentially leading to gut imbalance and heightened cravings.

Research suggests moderate drinkers have healthier gut microbiomes. While red wine consumption may enhance gut diversity, similar benefits can be found in plant-based and fermented foods. Dysbiosis may worsen addiction, highlighting the need for holistic approaches to treatment.