Virus

HEALTH January 11, 2023

COVID omicron subvariant XBB: Why the number of cases is likely far greater than reported

The omicron subvariant XBB.1.5 is considered the most easily transmissible subvariant so far, Dr. Marc Siegel, a Fox News medical contributor, told Fox News Digital — plus other key points.

China January 4, 2023

China undercounting COVID-19 cases and deaths, WHO says: 'We still do not have complete data'

China is underrepresenting the extent of the COVID-19 surge that is ripping through the country, a World Health Organization official said on Wednesday.

HEALTH January 2, 2023

The new omicron subvariant XBB.1.5: What you must know now

The new XBB.1.5 COVID-19 mutation is popping up in new cases across the country at a concerning speed. Health experts weigh in on the latest variant of the virus.

China December 24, 2022

China estimates 250 million people caught COVID-19 since end of 'zero-COVID' policy: report

China abruptly ended its "zero-COVID" policies following nationwide protests, but the lack of proper vaccination levels and hospital preparedness left the country vulnerable.

China December 21, 2022

China ramps up cremations as COVID-19 cases rise again

Experts and analysts worry that China's sudden change in policy leaves the country vulnerable due to a low vaccination rate and the efficacy of currently available doses.

TECH December 11, 2022

Free antivirus software: Should you use it?

Kurt "Cyberguy" Knuttson shows you how to pick antivirus software and goes on to explain just why free antivirus programs might not be the best choice.

HEALTH November 19, 2022

RSV surge raises questions about repeat cases: Can you or child get it again?

Infectious disease experts shared input on RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) — and whether or not adults and children can be infected with it more than once as the county experiences a surge of illness.

Health November 12, 2022

In Boston, RSV cases in kids creating a 'capacity disaster' for one major hospital

Cases of RSV among kids are driving up hospitalizations at two children's hospitals in Boston, leading to capacity issues and delaying non-emergency procedures for some patients.

Iowa November 1, 2022

Commercial egg farm that houses 1 million chickens has been infected with bird flu

A commercial egg farm in Iowa that houses 1.1 million chickens has been infected with the bird flu. This is the 15th commercial farm to be infected in Iowa this year.

Joe Biden October 25, 2022

Biden warns most COVID-related deaths this year will be result of people not being updated on their vaccines

President Biden gave a press conference Tuesday urging Americans to get their updated COVID-19 vaccines and prevent more unnecessary deaths.

Africa September 19, 2022

Ghana declares end to Marburg virus outbreak

Ghana has declared an end to an outbreak of Marburg virus, which is very similar to the Ebola virus and is highly infectious. The outbreak claimed the lives of three people in Ghana.