Omicron variant raises concerns about long-term COVID-19
Omicron's race across the globe has amped up concerns about long COVID, which some estimates suggest affects a third of COVID-19 survivors.
Omicron's race across the globe has amped up concerns about long COVID, which some estimates suggest affects a third of COVID-19 survivors.
Russia's daily COVID-19 infections spike above 110,000 as omicron variant impacts country
The daily count of new coronavirus infections in Russia spiked above 110,000 as the highly contagious omicron variant races impacts the country.
The daily count of new coronavirus infections in Russia spiked above 110,000 as the highly contagious omicron variant races impacts the country.
New COVID variant BA.2: What's known about 'stealth' omicron?
The new coronavirus variant, which scientists call BA.2, is widely considered stealthier than the original version of omicron because particular genetic traits make it somewhat harder to detect.
The new coronavirus variant, which scientists call BA.2, is widely considered stealthier than the original version of omicron because particular genetic traits make it somewhat harder to detect.
NY mask mandate extended to Feb. 10
Governor Kathy Hochul has extended a mask mandate as a legal battle over the issue continues in state courts.
Governor Kathy Hochul has extended a mask mandate as a legal battle over the issue continues in state courts.
NY confirms first 'stealth' omicron cases
There have been four cases of the so-called BA.2 variant, or “stealth omicron” that were detected between January 7 and 12.
There have been four cases of the so-called BA.2 variant, or “stealth omicron” that were detected between January 7 and 12.
CDC adds 15 more destinations to ‘high risk’ travel list
According to the CDC, 15 new destinations were cited Monday as a level four — meaning “very high risk” — for Americans.
According to the CDC, 15 new destinations were cited Monday as a level four — meaning “very high risk” — for Americans.
COVID Pandemic: Hopeful signs emerge as infections slow
While coronavirus numbers in the Northeast U.S. have started to level off, other parts of the country are still seeing a surge. Dr. Anthony Fauci hopes the level of infections will continue to drop below what he calls an area of control.
While coronavirus numbers in the Northeast U.S. have started to level off, other parts of the country are still seeing a surge. Dr. Anthony Fauci hopes the level of infections will continue to drop below what he calls an area of control.
Omicron may have been in NYC before it was discovered in South Africa
A study of wastewater in New York City shows that the omicron variant of COVID-19 was probably in the city before scientists in South Africa discovered the omicron variant existed.
A study of wastewater in New York City shows that the omicron variant of COVID-19 was probably in the city before scientists in South Africa discovered the omicron variant existed.
Omicron Variant: Booster shots needed, CDC studies show
Newly released studies indicate that available vaccines are less effective against omicron than earlier versions of the coronavirus, but also that boosters significantly improve protection.
Newly released studies indicate that available vaccines are less effective against omicron than earlier versions of the coronavirus, but also that boosters significantly improve protection.
NY COVID numbers plunge again
The state's rolling seven-day case average is down 47.1 percent from last week, while new cases per 100,000 residents are declining in every one of the state's 10 regions.
The state's rolling seven-day case average is down 47.1 percent from last week, while new cases per 100,000 residents are declining in every one of the state's 10 regions.
Omicron vs. delta: Study examines difference between two coronavirus variant symptoms
The differences between omicron and delta variant symptoms were analyzed as part of a COVD-19 infection survey.
The differences between omicron and delta variant symptoms were analyzed as part of a COVD-19 infection survey.
Hochul: 'COVID forecast is improving,' statewide positivity rate drops
“The COVID forecast is improving… the COVID clouds are parting,” Hochul said. “We have seen a major decline in what we are experiencing here.”
“The COVID forecast is improving… the COVID clouds are parting,” Hochul said. “We have seen a major decline in what we are experiencing here.”
As omicron cases surge, so do breakthrough infections
A fully vaccinated East Atlanta man recently contracted a breakthrough infection, likely caused by the highly contagious omicron variant.
A fully vaccinated East Atlanta man recently contracted a breakthrough infection, likely caused by the highly contagious omicron variant.
Omicron COVID-19 takes toll on US sanitation workers, delaying garbage, recycling pickup
The omicron variant is sickening so many sanitation workers around the U.S. that some cities have had to delay or suspend garbage and recycling pickup, angering residents shocked that governments can’t perform this most basic of functions.
The omicron variant is sickening so many sanitation workers around the U.S. that some cities have had to delay or suspend garbage and recycling pickup, angering residents shocked that governments can’t perform this most basic of functions.
Free at-home COVID tests: Website to start accepting orders Jan. 19
After facing heavy criticism last month for not securing enough tests for Americans, the Biden administration has launched a website that will allow households to order at-home test kits — starting Jan. 19.
After facing heavy criticism last month for not securing enough tests for Americans, the Biden administration has launched a website that will allow households to order at-home test kits — starting Jan. 19.
Trend of intentionally catching omicron variant is ‘never a good idea,’ doctor warns
According to healthcare professionals, the recent trend of trying to get infected with the omicron variant on purpose is risky and not advised.
According to healthcare professionals, the recent trend of trying to get infected with the omicron variant on purpose is risky and not advised.
When am I contagious if infected with omicron?
It's not yet clear when people infected with omicron become contagious but early data suggests it might be sooner than with earlier variants. In general, people with the coronavirus are most infectious in the few days before and after symptoms develop. But some researchers say that window might come earlier with omicron. That's because omicron appears to cause symptoms faster than earlier variants. Some experts say that could mean people with omicron become contagious within a day after infection. But researchers note it's too soon to know whether omicron's faster onset translates into earlier contagiousness.
It's not yet clear when people infected with omicron become contagious but early data suggests it might be sooner than with earlier variants. In general, people with the coronavirus are most infectious in the few days before and after symptoms develop. But some researchers say that window might come earlier with omicron. That's because omicron appears to cause symptoms faster than earlier variants. Some experts say that could mean people with omicron become contagious within a day after infection. But researchers note it's too soon to know whether omicron's faster onset translates into earlier contagiousness.
COVID hammers NYC school attendance among students and teachers
The Department of Education did not provide attendance rates for teachers but said student attendance was about 76% on Monday. Some students, parents, and teachers are frustrated that the city won't shift to remote learning.
The Department of Education did not provide attendance rates for teachers but said student attendance was about 76% on Monday. Some students, parents, and teachers are frustrated that the city won't shift to remote learning.
NY tops 90K COVID cases, 40 hospitals halt elective surgeries
Hospitalizations across the state also rose and now stand at 11,843 across the state, a jump of 295 from Friday.
Hospitalizations across the state also rose and now stand at 11,843 across the state, a jump of 295 from Friday.
Microschools gain popularity as omicron keep schools closed
School closures, mandates and regulation are prompting teachers and parents to turn to microschools for an alternative education
School closures, mandates and regulation are prompting teachers and parents to turn to microschools for an alternative education