Global COVID Deaths Approach 10,000 in December, Driven by Holiday Gatherings and New Variant
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The World Health Organization reported nearly 10,000 COVID-19 deaths in December, with a surge in hospitalizations and ICU admissions, largely attributed to holiday gatherings. The JN.1 variant is now the most commonly reported globally and is more adept at infecting vaccinated individuals. The WHO urges governments to maintain surveillance, provide vaccines and treatments, and advises precautions such as testing, vaccination, mask-wearing, and ventilation. Respiratory infections are on the rise globally, and the CDC recommends updated vaccines to increase protection against the JN.1 variant.
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