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  • FDA approves COVID-19 antiviral Xocova as PEP. But will it be accessible?

    FDA approves COVID-19 antiviral Xocova as PEP. But will it be accessible?

    Miles W. Griffis

    Shionogi, the Japanese company that makes Xocova (ensitrelvir), said the post-exposure prophylaxis drug will be available in mid-July in the U.S. and will have a list price of $1,400. But its impact will hinge on how easily people can access it, experts say. Read more…

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  • The U.K.’s plan for ME has failed us. Members of parliament must step up.
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Covid-19

  • October 22, 2024

    National COVID-19 trends, October 22

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    Research updates, October 15

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    National COVID-19 trends, October 8

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Health

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    Covid-19 reinfections are further disabling people with Long Covid

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Commentary

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    June 19, 2026

    The U.K.’s plan for ME has failed us. Members of parliament must step up.

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    June 2, 2026

    Research ethics boards need urgent training on Long COVID and myalgic encephalomyelitis

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