A Wuhan Institute of Virology researcher has claimed that COVID-19 was engineered as a bioweapon by China, revealing experiments and suspicious activities surrounding the pandemic's origins.

Wuhan researcher claims China engineered COVID-19 as a 'bioweapon' |

The World Health Organization's European office on Tuesday warned the risk of Covid-19 has not gone away, saying it was still responsible for nearly 1,000 deaths a week in the region.

WHO warns Covid 'has not gone away'

For three years, the U.S. government has been tied in knots over the origins of the coronavirus pandemic, frustrated that China’s hindrance of investigations and unwillingness to look critically at its own research have obscured what intelligence agencies can learn about whether the virus escaped from a lab.

US Intelligence Agencies may never find Covid's Origins, Officials Say

Wuhan virus has often been used as a synonym for Covid-19. As the entire world & many of the reports claimed the leak of the virus from China's Wuhan Laboratory. But many kinds of research were conducted on Coronavirus before the outbreak. An independent watchdog agency found that U.S. taxpayer funds flowed to Chinese entities for a research.

Did US taxpayers fund $2M worth of research in Wuhan before the COVID-19 outbreak?

The UK’s public inquiry into the country’s preparedness and handling of COVID-19 opened for hearings in London on Tuesday amid a vigil by some bereaved families who lost loved ones during the pandemic.

UK’s public inquiry into government’s handling of COVID-19 pandemic begins hearings

Covid-19 remains a threat even though it is no longer a global health emergency, the EU’s vaccines watchdog warned on Tuesday in its final briefing of the pandemic.

'Still circulating, new variants emerging': Covid still a threat, EU watchdog warns

Covid-19 cases are rising once again. The cases are proliferating in the epicentre of the virus. The current wave of Covid-19 infections in China could be as high as 65 million cases a week. Experts, however, have told that the current surge is 'unlikely' to impact India. As the country has already been exposed to the Omicron subvariant causing the surge.

Why India need not worry about China’s recent COVID surge

China is bracing for a massive wave of coronavirus cases, Bloomberg reported citing a senior health adviser. The new wave of the pandemic would likely witness a peak towards the end of June, with the country likely to report around 65 million infections weekly.

China braces for new Covid wave with up to 65 million weekly cases

There is widespread speculation that the World Health Organization (WHO) will decide that COVID-19 is no longer a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC)” when its expert group convenes on Thursday.

Is The COVID Pandemic Over?

More than 270 subvariants of Covid have been discovered in China. On the other hand, China seems to be relaxing Covid restrictions. Will China be the cause of another pandemic? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas : Over 270 Covid subvariants found in China

India recorded 12,591 new Covid cases in a day, the highest in around eight months, while the active case burden increased to 65,286, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on April 20.

Should you be worried about India's new rise in Covid cases?

Pink eye or conjunctivitis emerges as at the new Covid symptom. As per a recent study, it is particularly on a rise in infants. What is this new symptom? How will it affect Indian infants and children?

Course of Covid virus has changed, patients see symptoms only for 3 days, rather than 15 days

In February 2020, Chinese and American scientists released a crucial study reporting COVID-19 deaths and other details. The paper was soon withdrawn by Chinese health officials. Is Chinese censorship rewriting the COVID story? Why is China obsessed with rewriting history to suit its narrative? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas : China's obsession with rewriting history | China censored COVID-19 data

India records 12,591 new Covid cases in a day, highest in around 8 months

Before the official start of the outbreak, in November 2019, Chinese researchers may have started manufacturing two Covid vaccines, according to a US senate report. The allegations are contained in a 300-page report that said the pandemic was most likely caused by a lab leak and was the outcome of a "research-related incident" in Wuhan. The "presumption of accuracy" was no longer warranted, it was claimed, for the hypothesis that Covid-19 changed from an animal to a human in a market.

Covid origin: China began developing two vaccines before official outbreak

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms - A Chinese scientist has come up with a new theory on the origins of Covid-19. He has claimed that the Covid-19 virus may have originated in humans. Tong Yigang of the Beijing University of Chemical Technology explained that the genetic sequences of viral samples taken from the Huanan Seafood Market in Wuhan were “almost identical” to those of patients infected with the coronavirus. Zojila is India's hughest and longest tunnel, which will improve Ladakh's connectivity.

Did humans bring Covid to Wuhan market? ; Zojila is India's longest tunnel

Covid cases are inching up in India again. 5,880 new cases were recorded on Monday morning and the total number of active cases rose to 35,199. In view of this, the Indian government has planned nationwide mock drills on Monday and Tuesday. This is to assess the readiness of government and private hospitals. Mock Covid preparedness drills are underway in multiple cities... Chennai in Tamil Nadu, Patna In Bihar, Jhajjar in Haryana, Bhopal In Madhya Pradesh, Ahmedabad In Gujarat and Hyderabad in Telengana...and Mumbai in Maharashtra.

COVID preparedness DRILLS underway across India

China has been accused by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for withholding information crucial for determining the origins of Covid-19. This has happened after a group of international scientists pointed out that the virus might be linked to wild Raccoon dogs.

China slams WHO for politicising origins of Covid

In a fresh twist to the never-ending saga, Beijing-affiliated researchers ruled there was no proof to definitively say the virus jumped from animals to humans at a now-infamous market in Wuhan.

Chinese Government scientists claim infamous Wuhan market may NOT be source of Covid pandemic

Unlike the Covid vaccines, the advancements in the vaccines for cancer are awaited. Though a few major medical advancements take place now and then. Last month, U.S. FDA granted breakthrough therapy designation to Moderna & Merck's skin cancer vaccine. The mRNA cancer vaccines will train the patient's immune system to fight cancer.

Cancer vaccines to be a reality soon using technology akin to that of Covid shots

A new lethal virus arrived at our doorstep even before Covid-19 was over. The WHO has declared the first-ever outbreak of Marburg disease in two African countries. In Equatorial Guinea, there have been at least nine laboratory-confirmed cases. Seven of the reported cases resulted in the death.

Marburg outbreak in Africa: All you need to know about this lethal virus

Covid cases are rising again across India. New Delhi reported over 3,000 Covid cases in the last 24 hours. The active Covid cases load now stands at over - 18,000. The recent spike is attributed to the sub-variant XBB.1.16.

India sees surge in Covid cases; Centre asks six states to vigil up

COVID-19 cases are rising again in India. The Union health ministry's updated data on Wednesday (March 29) showed that India recorded a single-day rise of 2,151 new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, which is the highest in five months. The active cases increased to 11,903. In India, the Covid death toll has increased to 5,30,848 with seven latest fatalities. Maharashtra recorded three fatalities, one was recorded in Karnataka and three were reconciled by Kerala.

COVID-19 cases rise in New Delhi amid a spread of H3N2 influenza

COVID-19 cases rise: India records 2,151 new cases in last 24 hours

COVID-19 cases rise in New Delhi, 14 deaths reported in 24 hours

COVID-19 cases are rising again in India. The Union health ministry's updated data on Wednesday (March 29) showed that India recorded a single-day rise of 3,016 new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, which is the highest in five months. The active cases increased to 11,903. In India, the Covid death toll has increased to 5,30,848 with seven latest fatalities. Maharashtra recorded three fatalities, one was recorded in Karnataka and three were reconciled by Kerala.

COVID-19 cases rise: India records 3,016 new cases in last 24 hours

<p>The disinfectant industry saw an unprecedented boom during the Covid pandemic. The cleaning protocols of the time required disinfecting of the surfaces after every use. Consumer spending on cleaning products increased 12 per cent between 2019 and 2021 in the United States, New York Times reported.</p>

<p>While the extra cleaning did generate awareness about personal hygiene necessary to limit the spread of Covid, it also increased people's exposure to the chemicals used in those products.</p>

<p>Experts now say that repeated inhalation or skin contact can be harmful over time. This becomes significant amid rising calls to poison control centres due to accidental or intentional ingestion of such products.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The most prevalent disinfecting chemicals are quaternary ammonium compounds, also known as "quats" or Q.A.C.s. A 2021 study found that the presence of Q.A.C.s in human blood was linked to disrupted immune and metabolic functions. In mice, exposure to Q.A.C.s decreased fertility.</p>

<p>"Exposure to Q.A.C.s is widespread, which was the case before Covid as well, but it definitely has increased since the pandemic," Amina Salamova, an assistant professor of environmental health at Emory University, was quoted as saying by New York Times.</p>

<p>But Salamova cautions that larger studies to look into potential outcomes in the general population in nonoccupational settings are needed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the case of Bleach, a more familiar disinfectant, its corrosive nature means that it can be damaging to skin and eyes if contact occurs. It has also been shown in numerous studies to be linked to asthma, among professional cleaners as well as people who use it frequently in the home.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A New York Times report adds that most experts they reached out to opt for soap and water as disinfectants.&nbsp;</p>

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The disinfectant industry saw an unprecedented boom during the Covid pandemic. The cleaning protocols of the time required disinfecting of the surfaces after every use.

The disinfectant industry saw an unprecedented boom during the Covid pandemic. The cleaning protocols of the time required disinfecting of the surfaces after every use. Consumer spending on cleaning products increased 12 per cent between 2019 and 2021 in the United States, New York Times reported. While the extra cleaning did generate awareness about personal hygiene necessary to limit the spread of Covid, it also increased people's exposure to the chemicals used in those products. Experts now say that repeated inhalation or skin contact can be harmful over time. This becomes significant amid rising calls to poison control centres due to accidental or intentional ingestion of such products. ALSO READ | 'Donald Trump drank bleach to cure Covid', claims man behind 'magic cure' The most prevalent disinfecting chemicals are quaternary ammonium compounds, also known as "quats" or Q.A.C.s. A 2021 study found that the presence of Q.A.C.s in human blood was linked to disrupted immune and metabolic functions. In mice, exposure to Q.A.C.s decreased fertility. "Exposure to Q.A.C.s is widespread, which was the case before Covid as well, but it definitely has increased since the pandemic," Amina Salamova, an assistant professor of environmental health at Emory University, was quoted as saying by New York Times. But Salamova cautions that larger studies to look into potential outcomes in the general population in nonoccupational settings are needed. In the case of Bleach, a more familiar disinfectant, its corrosive nature means that it can be damaging to skin and eyes if contact occurs. It has also been shown in numerous studies to be linked to asthma, among professional cleaners as well as people who use it frequently in the home. A New York Times report adds that most experts they reached out to opt for soap and water as disinfectants. ALSO WATCH | COVID-19 Crisis: Tamil Nadu govt sprays disinfectants using drones & heavy vehicles door to door × "Even a dash of dish soap with a bit of baking soda can help remove that scum off your sink or out of your bathtub, and that can really help you to avoid some of the heavier, harsher chemicals," Samara Geller, senior director of cleaning science at the Environmental Working Group, was quoted as saying by the paper. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

COVID-19: Are you using too much of sanitisers, disinfectants?

As India continues to witness a rapid surge in COVID-19 cases, the top medical body tasked with making containment strategies for coronavirus will meet today to discuss the emerging situation.

India: What's causing the spike in Covid cases?

It's almost three years since the world got shackled over the outbreak of an unknown lethal virus. The virus claimed more than 6.7 million lives, locked down entire countries & triggered a global economic slump. But Covid-19 has not affected humankind’s happiness, an international study has found.

International Day of Happiness: Covid has not affected people’s happiness worldwide, says study

Covid-19 has not affected people’s happiness, an international study has found. Interacting with more than 100,000 people across 137 countries found significantly higher levels of benevolence in all global regions than before the pandemic. And when asked to evaluate their lives on a scale of one to 10, people on average gave scores just as high in the 2020-22 Covid years as in 2017-19.

Study: Covid-19 has not affected people's happiness

Chinese health officials are starting discussions about whether to legalize the freezing of eggs for single women, giving hope to many who have been demanding the practice to be recognized for years.

China mulls ways to boost birth rates

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