Is there such a thing as too much vaccine? Israel, approving fourth shots, may be about to find out

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Top Stories Is there such a thing as too much vaccine? Israel, approving fourth shots, may be about to find out As health experts warn Israel is days away from a surge in COVID infections, authorities are betting on something no country has tried before: issuing a fourth vaccine dose to the most vulnerable people. Two years ago today, we heard about a new 'pneumonia' in Wuhan. Now we have plenty of ways to fight it As we embark on another year overshadowed by SARS-CoV-2, now is a good time to reflect on how far medical science has brought us in treating COVID-19 and where it might take us in 2022. Is telling the truth too much to ask of our politicians? Public trust in Australia's politicians has been at a low ebb for much of the past decade and many expect politicians to be loose with the truth, analysts say, but honesty might become a key issue in the next federal election. 'Felt a bit dodgy': Sydney woman pays $25 for rapid antigen test after chemist sells multipack individually Just a couple of weeks ago, a pharmacy in north west Sydney was selling a five-pack rapid antigen test kit for $50. A single test now costs $25. As demand outstrips supplies, there are calls for retailers to be "good humans". Tesla issues a recall for thousands of Model 3 and Model S electric cars The US electric vehicle manufacturer is recalling more than 350,000 Model 3 vehicles to address rear-view camera issues and nearly 120,000 Model S vehicles due to bonnet problems. GPs report 'massive' spike in patients struggling with COVID-19 anxiety Anxiety around catching and passing on COVID-19 is well known, but GPs are now warning of alarming levels of fear in the community thanks to the Omicron variant. The small town that used a 'socialist' experiment to solve its drinking problem If you were looking for the origins of progressive, faintly socialist alcohol control policies in Australia, you probably wouldn't look in our biggest wine-growing region. What is the new definition of a close contact agreed upon by national cabinet? National cabinet has agreed on what defines a person as a close contact of a COVID-19 case. So, how does that differ from what rules were in place for each state and territory previously? 'We will have more cases': Health authorities warn relaxed restrictions will have an impact Australia's Chief Medical Officer warns the country can expect even more COVID-19 cases after the majority of the nation's leaders broadly agreed to relax close contact definitions and isolation requirements. We've made it to the end of 2021. Did the year fly or drag for you? Has the past year felt a lot longer than just 12 months to you, or does it seem over in a flash? We delve into the science of time perception.   Download the ABC News app Available on Android and Apple devices The ABC NEWS app makes it easier for you to stay up to date with the latest news and information from Australia's most trusted news source.   Follow Us     The ABC sent this message to bryanrini294.nashjensk@blogger.com these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC. Any personal details and data acquired by the ABC from your participation in any ABC Online Services will be used only in accordance with the ABC's Privacy Policy. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced.     © 2021 Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC, ABN 52 429 278 345. 700 Harris St Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia.   Unsubscribe from this eNewsletter | Discover other email newsletters | Privacy