Alaskans can expect to see new COVID vaccinations in Alaska as soon as this week.
Alaska coronavirus news
Live updates and information on COVID-19 in Juneau and Alaska
Lab data suggests new COVID booster will protect against worrisome variant
When it was first spotted, BA.2.86 set off alarm bells because it had a level of mutation on par with Omicron, which caused a massive surge.
A new clue to the reason some people come down with long COVID
Researchers have found a link between the FOXP4 gene and the occurrence of what’s known as long COVID. The finding could lead to a better understanding of a condition that affects millions.
The CDC sees signs of a late summer COVID wave
In July, coronavirus infections, hospitalizations and emergency room visits have inched up. Recent summers have seen a bump in COVID-19. This year’s rise looks modest so far.
FDA advisers back updated COVID shots for fall vaccinations
A panel of advisers to the Food and Drug Administration has recommended revising the current COVID-19 vaccine so that it specifically targets omicron.
Petersburg sees wave of COVID cases after large gatherings
Petersburg hosted the Little Norway Festival in May, which drew huge crowds. Then hundreds more came out for two weddings in June.