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How Can I Protect Myself From New Omicron Variant?

By Lauran Neergaard | Dec 7, 2021

Best protection from the new omicron variant? Get vaccinated if you haven't yet, get a booster if you're eligible and step up other precautions you may have relaxed.

Is It Time to Change the Definition of 'Fully Vaccinated'?

By Victoria Knight | Dec 6, 2021

It's been more than six months since many Americans finished their vaccination course against covid; statistically, their immunity is waning.

Fauci Says Early Reports Encouraging About Omicron Variant

By Gene Johnson | Dec 6, 2021

U.S. health officials said early indications suggest omicron may be less dangerous than delta, which continues to drive a surge of hospitalizations.

Both Sides Planning for New State-by-State Abortion Fight

By Ashraf Khalil | Dec 5, 2021

As the Supreme Court court weighs the future of the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision, a resurgent anti-abortion movement is looking to press its advantage in state-by-state battles while abortion-rights supporters prepare to play defense.

Omicron Variant Found in Multiple US States

By Michelle L. Price, Bobby Caina Calvan | Dec 3, 2021

The omicron variant of COVID-19 has been discovered in at least five states by the end of Thursday.

Omicron and Other Coronavirus Variants: What You Need to Know

By Louis Jacobson, Politifact | Dec 2, 2021

Scientists caution that it's still too early to say whether omicron will prove as dangerous as delta. For now, here's what we know, and don't know, about the omicron variant.

Biden Launches Winter COVID-19 Booster, Testing Campaign

By Zeke Miller | Dec 2, 2021

President Joe Biden is set to kick off an urgent campaign for Americans to get COVID-19 booster shots in response to the omicron variant.

What's the Status of the US COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate?

By Tom Krisher | Dec 2, 2021

The COVID-19 mandate for businesses with 100 or more employees has faced multiple legal challenges from businesses, conservative groups and Republican attorneys general.

40 Years Later: Stigma and Progress Collide Since the Onset of the AIDS Crisis

40 Years Later: Stigma and Progress Collide Since the Onset of the AIDS Crisis

By Billy McEntee | Dec 1, 2021

It's been 40 years since the AIDS crisis was first documented. Sweeping in scope and driven by those advocating for and living with HIV, EDGE offers a snapshot of where we've been and what the future holds for the fight against AIDS.

Why Aren't People Most at Risk of HIV in Kenya Using Preventative Drugs?

Dec 1, 2021

Transgender women are most at risk of contracting HIV in Kenya. One researcher asks why more isn't being done to protect them.

Human Rights Campaign Marks World AIDS Day

Dec 1, 2021

HRC hosts a virtual event series to rewrite narrative around HIV/AIDS, announces new cohort of GENERATE Peer Facilitators.

Fauci Says COVID Diverted Resources From Fighting AIDS

By Edith M. Lederer | Dec 1, 2021

Dr. Anthony Fauci said the COVID-19 pandemic has diverted scientific and financial resources from the fight against AIDS.

Biden HIV/AIDS Strategy Calls Racism 'Public Health Threat'

Dec 1, 2021

The Biden administration in its new HIV/AIDS strategy calls racism "a public health threat" that must be fully recognized as the world looks to end the epidemic.

Omicron Unravels Travel Industry's Plans for a Comeback

By David Koenig, Yuri Kageyama | Dec 1, 2021

Countries throw up new barriers to travel in an effort to contain the omicron variant.

Meet Trans HIV Advocate Lailani Muniz

By Kilian Melloy | Dec 1, 2021

Trans and HIV activist Lailani Muniz has been an advocate all her life, whether for the differently abled, the trans community, or those living with HIV. In this chat with EDGE, she explains what that means.

Advocates Call for HIV Outreach, Education in Latinx Community

By Kilian Melloy | Nov 30, 2021

Advocates continue striving to close gaps in HIV education and health resources in the Latinx community, but the COVID-19 pandemic has made their job all the more difficult.

CDC Says Ages 18 and Up Should Get COVID Booster Shot

Nov 30, 2021

The CDC broadened its recommendation for COVID-19 booster shots for all adults as the new omicron variant is identified in more countries.

WHO Warns That New Virus Variant Poses 'Very High' Risk

By Jamey Keaten, Raf Casert, Mari Yamaguchi | Nov 30, 2021

WHO warned that the global risk from the omicron variant is "very high" based on early evidence, and could lead to surges with "severe consequences."

UNAIDS Warns of Millions of AIDS-Related Deaths

UNAIDS Warns of Millions of AIDS-Related Deaths

Nov 29, 2021

UNAIDS warns of millions of AIDS-related deaths and continued devastation from pandemics if leaders don't address inequalities.

Wary, Weary World Slams Door Shut, Fearing Omicron Variant

By Raf Casert, Mari Yamaguchi | Nov 29, 2021

Nations around the world sought Monday to keep the new omicron variant at bay with travel bans and further restrictions.

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