Scientists predict Omicron will peak in the U.S. in mid-January but still may overwhelm hospitals.

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Decision Looms That Could Determine Fate of Alzheimer’s Drug

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Studies Suggest Why Omicron Is Less Severe: It Spares the Lungs

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J&J’s booster shot provides strong protection against severe disease from Omicron, a study says.

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Weekly Health Quiz: New Year’s Parties, Heart Health and a Common Eye Problem

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As Omicron spreads, officials ponder what it means to be ‘fully vaccinated.’

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As Omicron Spreads, Officials Ponder What It Means to Be ‘Fully Vaccinated’

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Will shortened isolation periods spread the virus?

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Omicron is not more severe for children, despite rising hospitalizations.

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Will shortened isolation periods spread the virus?

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Will Shortened Isolation Periods Spread the Virus?

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Omicron might help defend against Delta, a lab study suggests.

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Omicron Is Not More Severe for Children, Despite Rising Hospitalizations

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Omicron Variant Might Help Defend Against Delta, Lab Study Suggests

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The C.D.C. significantly lowers its estimate of Omicron’s prevalence nationwide.

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Sickle Cell Math Is Brutally Simple, but Not Widely Taught

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As Omicron Surges, Officials Shorten Isolation Times for Many Americans

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Why Older Women Face Greater Financial Hardship Than Older Men

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James F. Fries, Who Studied the Good Life and How to Live It, Dies at 83

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C.D.C. Shortens Covid Isolation Period for Health Care Workers

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Booster protection wanes against symptomatic Omicron infections, British data suggests.

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Family Stress Intensifies as Omicron Invades the Holidays

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Merck’s Covid Pill Is Authorized for High-Risk Adults

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National Guard members take on new roles at nursing homes.

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What Does It Mean to Be ‘Fully Vaccinated’ Against Covid-19?

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Omicron Infections Seem to Be Milder, Three Research Teams Report

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National Guard Empties Bedpans and Clips Toenails at Nursing Homes

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Omicron infections do not seem as severe, leading less often to hospitalization, U.K. researchers report.

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F.D.A. Clears Pfizer’s Covid Pill for High-Risk Patients 12 and Older

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A forecast of 3 billion new, mostly mild infections by March draws skepticism.

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Hospitals are scrambling as antibody treatments fail against Omicron.

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Omicron Will Surge Despite Biden’s New Plan, Scientists Say

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Omicron Will Surge Despite Biden’s New Plan, Scientists Say

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Hospitals are scrambling as antibody treatments fail against Omicron.

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Hospitals Scramble as Antibody Treatments Fail Against Omicron

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They Lost Three Daughters to Sickle Cell. Can They Save a Fourth?

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Biogen Slashes Price of Alzheimer’s Drug Aduhelm, as It Faces Obstacles

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Novavax’s Covid Vaccine Is Authorized in Europe

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Parents Grapple With How Long to Wait for Their Children’s Second Shots

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A Popular Test Claims to Boost I.V.F. Success. The Science Is Unclear.

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“Schizophrenia” Still Carries a Stigma. Will Changing the Name Help?

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Moderna says its booster significantly raises the level of antibodies to thwart Omicron.

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Most of the world’s vaccines likely won’t prevent infection from Omicron.

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Most of the World’s Vaccines Likely Won’t Prevent Infection From Omicron

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A Popular Test Claims to Boost I.V.F. Success. The Science Is Unclear.

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The C.D.C. recommends that other vaccines be preferred over J.&J.

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C.D.C. Says Unvaccinated Students Exposed to Virus Can ‘Test and Stay’

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The C.D.C. recommends that other vaccines be preferred over J.&J.

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Scientists Are Racing to Gauge the Threat of Omicron

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C.D.C. Recommends Other Covid Vaccines Over J.&J.’s Shots

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