Drugmaker says lab tests show half-dose booster shot increased by 37 times the level of so-called neutralizing antibodies able to fight new strain of coronavirus

While antibodies produced by vaccines don't work as well against the new variant, scientists say that we can still rely on T cells to help the vaccinated avoid severe cases

Two in every five Israelis have little to no immunity against infection by Omicron, but don't jump to the conclusion that the inoculation effort has gone off track

Decision overrules separate court that paused mandate nationwide; employees who aren't fully vaccinated will need masks, weekly tests; Republican, conservative groups to appeal

Ex-US president's nephew rakes in funding and followers by peddling dangerous and false narrative about vaccines; experts say operation targets Black community

Top Israeli diplomat, Auschwitz Museum condemn Confederation party after protest features 'Vaccination Makes You Free' sign intended to mimic infamous slogan at death camp gate

Government will reportedly have say over which countries get unwanted AstraZenica shots through COVAX program as it seeks to bolster diplomatic ties in Africa

Threats against Chaim Kanievsky being communicated in phone calls, emails and letters, with some even trying to break into his home; associates say he stands by position

European Commission president warns Omicron variant could become dominant in Europe next month, but adds bloc has ample vaccines; WHO says variant likely present in most countries

New variant appears to cause less severe illness than previous versions of coronavirus, but seems to be more easily transmitted and is better at evading vaccines