Beijing has reported just 15 virus deaths as it faces huge surge since unwinding restrictions; other nations cite worries over new variants as they screen Chinese arrivals
When it comes to avoiding ‘substantial’ disease, boost was 71% effective for Pfizer, 89% for Moderna, but 4th shots give only small edge over 3-dose regimen in preventing infection
The past 2 winters brought major COVID peaks, and now, as the mercury falls, new Omicron-descended variants are on the rise and already account for 17% of Israel's recorded cases
Shot tweaked to target Omicron strain gives those 55 and older a four-fold boost over those who got regular shot and 13 times more antibodies than those with no booster
Health reporter Nathan Jeffay updates us on new promising research for Parkinson's and receding gums; news editor Amy Spiro on a reality TV series featuring ultra-Orthodox women
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