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99% Of World’s Population Breathes Poor-Quality Air: WHO

Researchers say the findings emphasize the need to reduce fossil-fuel use.
By Jamey Keaten, AP

Scientists Worry Virus Variant May Push Up COVID Cases In US

The U.S. will likely see an uptick in cases caused by the omicron descendant BA.2 starting in the next few weeks.
By LAURA UNGAR, AP

9 Million Children To Be Vaccinated Against Polio In Africa

The urgent vaccination campaign has started in Malawi where drops of the inoculation are being placed in the mouths of children across the country
By Associated Press, AP

Putin's War Could Worsen The Impact Of COVID-19 In Ukraine

Russia's invasion has destroyed health care facilities, curbing Ukrainians' access to services, including COVID-19 vaccinations, the World Health Organization said.
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How Will COVID End? Experts Look To Past Epidemics For Clues

About 65% of Americans are fully vaccinated, and about 29% are both vaccinated and boosted.
By MIKE STOBBE, AP

COVID-19 Cases, Deaths Continue To Drop Globally, WHO Says

The World Health Organization said new infections declined by 5 percent in the last week, continuing the downward trend in COVID-19 infections globally.
By AP

COVID Cases & Deaths Plummet

New COVID-19 cases have continued to drop, marking a monthlong decline in infections.
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COVID Cases, Deaths Continue To Fall Globally, WHO Reports

It marks a month-long decline in COVID-19 infections, according to the World Health Organization.
By AP

Health Officials Warily Eye Rising New BA.2 Omicron Strain

Cases of the omicron subvariant are increasing, but the health impact is still unclear.
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Europe Entering 'Plausible Endgame' To COVID Pandemic, WHO Says

The director of the World Health Organization’s Europe office says that the number of coronavirus deaths is now starting to plateau.
By AP