COVID-19 strain

WHO Declares 'Eris' Covid Strain As 'Variant Of Interest’ As Cases Rise Globally

The fast-spreading variant, the most prevalent in the United States with an estimated more than 17% of cases, has been detected in China, South Korea, Japan and Canada, among other countries.

Aug 11, 2023, 07:53 AM IST

Work on vaccine alternatives for children on priority basis: Delhi CM Kejriwal appeals Centre

The national capital on Tuesday reported 4,482 Covid-19 cases, the lowest single-day rise since April 5, and 265 fatalities, while the positivity rate dipped to 6.89 per cent, according to the latest health bulletin.

May 18, 2021, 16:20 PM IST

UK strain behind current COVID-19 surge in Delhi, says NCDC chief

The UK variant is also dominant in Punjab and was found in 551 samples in the state. In Delhi, there are primarily two types of variants -- B.1.617 and the UK strain -- found in the genome sequenced samples, the NCDC director said.

Apr 23, 2021, 23:44 PM IST

Four infected with COVID-19 strain in Delhi

Four infected with COVID-19 strain in Delhi. Watch this video to know more.

Dec 31, 2020, 14:56 PM IST

Coronavirus impact: WHO lists out global health issues for 2021, check details

WHO has come up with a list of global health issues for 2021. The WHO has warned that world countries will have to devote a lot of resources and energy to repair and strengthening the healthcare systems

Dec 26, 2020, 10:03 AM IST

Covid-19 positive Nagpur man with UK travel history suspected of carrying new strain

The 28-year-old man from Nagpur had tested positive for COVID-19 on December 15.

Dec 24, 2020, 10:37 AM IST