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‘Zero Covid,’ Once Ubiquitous, Vanishes in China’s Messy Pivot

As China casts aside many Covid rules, it is also playing down the threat of the virus. The move could…

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What to Know About Strep A Infections Among Children in the U.K.

Several children have died from strep A this season, health officials said on Tuesday. Here is a quick list of…

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Why Isn’t the U.S. Embracing This Pandemic Prevention Strategy?

Vaccines can end pandemics. That’s why they are central to any plan to prepare for the next one. Developing countries…

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A Donation to Honor the Vision of Dr. Paul Farmer

This article is part of Times Opinion’s 2022 Giving Guide. Read more about the guide in a note from Opinion’s…

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U.S. Plans to End Mpox Emergency Declaration in Two Months

With few new cases, the plan not to renew the emergency past Jan. 31 is an acknowledgment that the disease…

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China Says It Will Do More to Vaccinate Older People Against Covid

Only 40 percent of those age 80 or older have had booster shots. Officials said they will go door-to-door and…

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