The theory that modern society is too clean, leading to defective immune systems in children, should be swept under the carpet, according to a new study by researchers
Researchers from the University of Kent’s School of Psychology have found that when people are presented with the idea of a COVID-19 “immunity passport,” they show less willingness
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott caused a stir recently when he said his state was “very close” to achieving herd immunity against COVID-19, that much-discussed but often-misunderstood goal that
Dr. Marty Makary on herd immunity: ‘We’re seeing some really good news’ Dr. Marty Makary predicts coronavirus will be mostly gone by April as a result of vaccinations
Health officials around the world are racing to vaccinate enough people to stop the spread of COVID-19, but what qualifies as “enough” is still an open question. The
With some viruses, once you have been infected and have developed antibodies, you will be immune to that virus for life. Past infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which
The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, which was recently demonstrated to have 94 percent efficacy, causes the human immune system to produce potent antibodies that endure for at least three
One debate fuelled by the virus is about whether to have steamed buns and congee (porridge) for breakfast, or milk and toast. It’s a serious question in China,
People who catch COVID-19 but don’t show symptoms may have significantly lower levels of immunity against the virus than those who become severely ill, new research showed Thursday.
What is herd immunity and could it work with COVID-19? Herd immunity is when a virus can no longer spread easily because enough people are immune to it.
