Are ‘rebound’ infections cause for concern and are antivirals to blame?

23 Sept 02:18 Key points summarised by AI

COVID-19 rebound infections occur when patients re-experience symptoms or test positive shortly after completing antiviral treatment and initially testing negative.
Initially considered rare, these cases, exemplified by US President Joe Biden, are now believed to be more common, with studies showing rebound rates after antiviral use.
While rebound infections follow antiviral treatments like Paxlovid and Molnupiravir, experts debate whether antivirals are directly to blame or if underlying health issues, incomplete viral clearance, or drug resistance are contributing factors.
As antiviral access increases, more rebound cases are anticipated; however, most patients recover quickly with self-isolation and typically do not require additional antiviral courses.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.