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WHO says ‘no evidence at all’ healthy kids need booster shots against Covid

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WHO says ‘no evidence at all’ healthy kids need booster shots against Covid

World Health Organization (WHO) chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said Wednesday that there is “no evidence” that healthy children and adolescents need booster doses to fight Covid-19.

While vaccine immunity to the rapidly spreading Omicron variant of the coronavirus appears to have waned over time, more research needs to be done to determine who needs booster doses, Swaminathan said in a news release.

“There is currently no evidence that healthy children or healthy adolescents need boosters,” she said. “There is no evidence at all.”

The WHO chief scientist’s statement is a direct challenge to Covid-19-related measures being taken by several countries, including the launch of a separate booster vaccination programme given waning immunity to the main dose.

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The U.S. leads the way in booster doses for children as the country’s top regulator, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), approved a third dose of Pfizer and BioNTech’s Covid-19 vaccine earlier this month as a vaccine for 12- to 15-year-olds of children are injected with “boosters”. Israel also provides boosters to 12-year-olds after opposition criticism that booster injections are just a for-profit business for pharmaceutical companies.

Last week, Germany became the latest country to join the list, with its drug regulator recommending booster shots for all children aged 12 to 17. Another European country, Hungary, has authorized similar booster shots for its teenage population.

However, WHO has not completely dismissed the need for booster shots for certain vulnerable segments of the population. Swaminathan said a group of leading experts will meet later this week to discuss the specifics of how countries should consider boosting their populations.

“The aim is to protect the most vulnerable, to protect those at risk of serious illness and death,” she said. “These are our elderly population, immunocompromised people with underlying medical conditions, and healthcare workers.”

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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