Herald section
The latest health reporting from The Belfast Herald.
The World Health Organization in an email rejects the approval Canada’s CoVLP COVID-19 vaccine over Medicago’s ties to the Philip Morris International tobacco company.
A phased reopening of the United States Capitol will begin next week following a two-year closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with limited public access starting under new health and safety protocols.
Quebec health officials have authorised a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for high-risk populations to address rising case numbers and prepare for a potential sixth wave, as the BA.2 subvariant drives transmission.
South Africa removes remaining pandemic restrictions, including mandatory PCR tests for vaccinated travellers, as case numbers decline and public health conditions improve.
South Korea surpasses 10 million confirmed cases as Omicron-driven infections overwhelm funeral and cremation services, with daily deaths and hospitalisations rising.
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki tests positive for COVID-19 for the second time.
Chief Executive Carrie Lam announces that, beginning next month, Hong Kong will lift its COVID-19 restrictions and will also end its ban on flights from the U.S. and eight other countries.
The city lifted its requirement for proof of vaccination or recent negative test for entry into bars, restaurants and other public spaces on 21 March 2022, following declining case numbers and the conclusion of major festival events.