Unraveling the Impact of the Eris COVID Subvariant and Other Concerning Variants

The U.S. is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases due to the highly transmissible Eris subvariant, which accounts for the majority of new cases. Eris is a descendant of the omicron subvariant and can elude antibodies from immunity or previous vaccinations. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, cough, headache, sore throat, and more. While there is no specific vaccine for Eris yet, health officials believe the upcoming booster shots will provide some protection.