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A new COVID-19 variant called XFG or 'Stratus' has become the dominant strain in the U.S., characterized by a severe sore throat described as a 'razor blade' sensation, along with other symptoms like cough, congestion, and fatigue. It has rapidly overtaken previous strains, with high case levels in several states, despite limited vaccine access in some areas.
COVID-19 cases are rising in California due to the new variant NB.1.8.1, with symptoms similar to other strains. Testing remains effective, especially PCR tests, and at-home tests are generally reliable if not expired. Vaccines are available for high-risk groups, with updated formulations targeting circulating strains.
In 2025, COVID-19 cases are rising again with a new variant called XFG or Stratus, but current vaccines remain effective. Vaccination efforts are ongoing, with booster shots available and accessible to high-risk groups, and public health officials encourage vaccination to reduce strain on healthcare resources amid seasonal spikes.
Covid-19 cases are rising across the US, especially in the West, with wastewater data indicating increased activity and the emergence of a new variant, XFG, raising concerns about a potential late-summer wave amid ongoing vaccination and policy challenges.
A new COVID-19 variant, Nimbus (NB.1.8.1), originating from Omicron, is spreading globally and may cause a summer surge in cases in the US, though it does not appear more severe. It could be more contagious and partially evade immunity, prompting experts to recommend vaccination for vulnerable groups and continued precautions like mask-wearing in crowded indoor settings. The situation underscores the importance of monitoring variants and updating vaccines accordingly.
Health officials warn about a new COVID-19 variant, NB. 1.8.1, which is more transmissible and presents with unusual symptoms like gastrointestinal issues, prompting self-isolation advisories in Ireland and other countries. The WHO has added it to its watch list, noting its rapid rise in global cases and its emergence from the combination of two variants, KS.1.1 and KP.3.3.
The World Health Organization warns about a new Covid-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, which is more transmissible but not more severe, with common symptoms like cough and nasal congestion, and a unique ability to evade immune defenses.
A new COVID-19 variant called NB.1.8.1 is circulating in parts of the world, leading to a rise in cases, particularly in the eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific. The WHO monitors this variant, which currently poses a low global health risk, and existing vaccines are expected to remain effective. Meanwhile, the U.S. has changed its vaccination recommendations for healthy children and pregnant women, sparking debate among health experts.
A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, is rapidly spreading across California and the US, raising concerns about a potential summer surge. The variant, a sublineage of Omicron, has increased from 2% to 19% of cases in California and is expected to remain effectively detected by current tests and vaccines. Experts suggest that summer surges may be driven by travel, indoor gatherings, and waning immunity, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and ongoing monitoring.
Australians are avoiding COVID-19 vaccines, leading to concerns about rising cases due to a new highly contagious strain, NB.1.8.1, and declining booster rates, which threaten to undermine public health progress and increase hospitalizations from COVID, flu, and RSV, especially among vulnerable populations.
A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, is circulating in parts of the world, leading to a rise in cases mainly in the eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific, while the dominant variant globally remains LP.8.1. The WHO considers the public health risk low with current vaccines still effective, and recent changes in U.S. vaccination recommendations have sparked debate.
A new COVID-19 variant called NB.1.8.1 is emerging, primarily in the eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific, with cases rising globally. The WHO monitors it as a variant under observation, but current vaccines are expected to remain effective. Meanwhile, the US has changed its guidance, no longer recommending COVID-19 vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women, sparking debate among health experts.
A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, is circulating in parts of the world, leading to increased cases especially in the eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific. The WHO monitors this variant, which currently poses a low global health risk and does not appear more severe than other variants. Meanwhile, the US has changed its vaccination recommendations for healthy children and pregnant women, sparking debate.
The US has detected a highly contagious Covid-19 variant from China, NB.1.8.1, which is spreading globally and may evade vaccine protection, though it is less deadly. Despite low current cases in the US, experts warn of increased transmissibility and potential for more hospitalizations, amid changes in vaccination recommendations for certain groups.
Ford has teased a new, unnamed Mustang variant set to debut in 2025, promising it to be an "amazing new addition to the family" and fun to drive. Little is known about the model, but it follows a series of underwhelming 60th-anniversary reveals and is anticipated to potentially replace the GT350 and GT500. While details are scarce, Ford's recent embrace of hybrids suggests the new variant may incorporate hybrid technology, aligning with the company's plans to expand their hybrid lineup across their entire Ford Blue lineup in North America by the end of the decade.