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health2 years ago

Rapid Spread of JN.1 COVID-19 Subvariant in the US

The CDC reports that the JN.1 COVID-19 subvariant is spreading rapidly in the US, becoming the dominant strain in the Northeast and causing more than one in five COVID cases nationwide. JN.1 is a descendant of the BA.2.86 variant and has shown an ability to evade prior immunity and potentially reduce the effectiveness of vaccine antibodies. COVID-related hospitalizations have increased by 51% in the last four weeks. The CDC and World Health Organization recommend staying up to date on vaccinations, wearing medical-grade masks, and practicing good hygiene to mitigate the spread of the variant.

via WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit|
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health2 years ago

"World Health Organization designates JN.1 COVID strain as a 'variant of interest'"

The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified the new COVID-19 variant JN.1 as a "variant of interest" due to its rapid spread globally. While JN.1 has not been found to cause different or more severe symptoms compared to previous variants, its mutations suggest an advantage in evading immune defenses. The CDC has not yet classified JN.1 as a variant of interest in the United States. Current vaccines are expected to provide protection against JN.1, although early studies indicate lower neutralization of the variant by antibodies. JN.1 is projected to become the dominant variant in the U.S., with estimates suggesting it already accounts for over 20% of cases nationwide.

via CBS News|
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health2 years ago

Rapid Spread of JN.1 Subvariant: Symptoms and Detection

Federal agents have seized over one million illegal e-cigarettes at Los Angeles International Airport, many of which were mislabeled as toys and household items. The FDA has issued an update on the risks and complications associated with breast implants, including reports of breast implant-associated lymphoma. The CDC reports that the jn.1 variant of Covid-19 now accounts for 21% of new cases in the US, exhibiting increased immunity evasion. The Illinois Department of Health has issued an alert to minimize the spread of respiratory viruses, as over half of the counties in the state are at medium to high levels of Covid-19 hospitalizations.

via WGN TV Chicago|
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health2 years ago

Rapid spread of BA.2.86 COVID variant alarms CDC

The BA.2.86 variant of COVID-19 has seen a threefold increase in the United States in recent weeks, now estimated to account for nearly 10% of circulating viruses, according to the CDC's Nowcast variant tracker. While the exact percentage is uncertain, health officials believe the variant likely makes up 5% to 15% of circulating variants. The increase in hospitalizations and deaths from COVID-19 is concerning, and colder temperatures in densely populated regions may be contributing to the rise. The BA.2.86 variant is a sub-variant of omicron and is not currently driving increases in infections or severe illness. However, it has been classified as a "variant of interest" by the WHO. New York and New Jersey have seen the highest figures of BA.2.86 cases, and health officials are urging people to stay updated on vaccines and get tested if symptoms develop.

via USA TODAY|
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health2 years ago

The Rise of HV.1: A Dominant COVID Variant in the U.S.

HV.1, the new dominant COVID-19 variant in the United States, is more infectious and better at making people sick, according to a Utah health expert. While it doesn't appear to be more severe than the previous variant, EG.5, it is still causing serious illness, hospitalizations, and deaths. The timing of the variant's spread during the fall/winter season is concerning, as it coincides with increased indoor activities and holidays. Another newer variant, JN.1, has been detected in Iceland and other countries, but its impact is still being monitored. HV.1 now accounts for over a quarter of all COVID-19 cases in the U.S., while Eris, the previous dominant variant, remains close behind.

via Deseret News|
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health2 years ago

Rapid Spread of Eris' COVID-19 Variant Raises Safety Concerns

The "Eris" COVID-19 variant, also known as EG.5, is rapidly spreading throughout the Las Vegas valley, with an estimated 17% of U.S. COVID-19 cases attributed to this strain. Symptoms include cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, and nausea. Dr. Yvonne Barry of Valley Oaks Medical Group expressed concern over the fast spread, particularly among nursing homes and individuals who are not following safety measures such as wearing masks and practicing proper hand hygiene. She advises individuals over 65 with underlying health conditions to wear masks in public places, and a new vaccine specifically targeting the "Eris" variant is expected to be available in the fall.

via KTNV 13 Action News Las Vegas|
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covid-192 years ago

"Arcturus: The Emerging COVID Variant with New Symptoms"

The World Health Organization has identified the new COVID-19 variant, XBB.1.16, also known as Arcturus, as a variant of interest. The variant has a mutation that makes it more transmissible, but it is not causing more severe disease. A new symptom associated with the variant is conjunctivitis, or pink eye, which is happening in both children and adults. People experiencing symptoms should not write them off as allergies and should get tested for COVID-19. Vaccines and boosters are recommended for protection against the variant.

via CBS Miami|
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