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A study reveals that the highly contagious JN.1 variant of Covid, part of the Omicron family, spreads faster even in vaccinated individuals. Vaccines can reduce..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on February 1, 2024

JN.1 COVID Variant: A national survey conducted by LocalCircles, receiving over 22,000 responses from 317 districts, indicates that 72% of Indians surveyed..
Credit: Zee News - Published on December 28, 2023

As of December 24, the health ministry has reported 63 cases of the JN.1 Covid variant in India. Goa has the highest number of confirmed cases at 34, followed by..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on December 25, 2023

Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on December 25, 2023

The surge in cases of the JN.1 covid variant is a new concern for the government and citizens. Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Bansode instructed health officials to..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on December 24, 2023

Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Bansode instructed health officials to ensure the availability of necessary equipment for the JN.1 Covid variant at government..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on December 24, 2023

Most of the symptoms of new COVID variant are predominantly of the upper airways like fever, cough, cold, sore throat, running nose and body aches.
Credit: DNA - Published on December 23, 2023

Kerala was the first state to report the JN.1 Covid variant reported 265 fresh Covid-19 infections and one death in the last 24 hours, according to data from the..
Credit: DNA - Published on December 22, 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde conducted a comprehensive review of the state`s health system readiness in response to the new Covid variant JN.1
Credit: Mid-Day - Published on December 21, 2023

In Kerala and Karnataka, wearing masks has been made mandatory for people above 60 years of age amid the new Covid variant JN.1.
Credit: DNA - Published on December 20, 2023

Central government forum of labs, has found 19 sequences of BA.2.86 (nicknamed Pirola) descendant JN.1 - one from Maharashtra and 18 from Goa - after the..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on December 19, 2023

It's crucial to note that the situation with COVID-19 is dynamic, and new variants may emerge over time. Currently, COVID variant JN. 1 has been raising concern..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on December 18, 2023

Kerala is the latest location where the coronavirus strain JN.1 was discovered. On December 8, the case was identified in an RT-PCR-positive sample. Here's all..
Credit: DNA - Published on December 17, 2023

The key distinction between JN.1 and BA.2.86 lies in a single mutation found in the spike protein of the virus.
Credit: DNA - Published on November 8, 2023

The Lancet study shows EG.5.1 variant evades antibodies moderately but lacks increased infectivity, posing a limited challenge to immunity from vaccination or..
Credit: DNA - Published on September 15, 2023

A variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, known as EG.5.1, has been found to be able to escape neutralizing antibodies better than other strains, according to a study..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on September 15, 2023

Health authorities and researchers around the world are closely monitoring the BA2.86 variant to better understand its behavior, transmission dynamics, and..
Credit: DNA - Published on September 1, 2023

The predominant symptom associated with the BA.2.86 variant of COVID-19 is fever. Other reported symptoms encompass coughing, fatigue, headaches, body aches,..
Credit: DNA - Published on August 30, 2023

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Research is ongoing to ascertain the severity, transmission rate, and fatality of these variants. Although they share most symptoms, slight distinctions raise..
Credit: DNA - Published on August 23, 2023

This new variant has garnered attention due to its extensive mutations, prompting nations to increase their vigilance and adhere to Covid safety measures.
Credit: DNA - Published on August 20, 2023

The WHO said on Friday that they are tracking 3 variants of interest and 7 variants under monitoring at the moment.
Credit: DNA - Published on August 20, 2023

While the fight against COVID-19 has seen progress, the appearance of the Pi variant reminds us of the ongoing need for vigilance, research, and coordinated..
Credit: DNA - Published on August 19, 2023

New COVID variant BA.2.86 emerges amid rising global cases. This strain, with numerous mutations, prompts concern from health organizations. Its impact remains..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 19, 2023

​New COVID variants, both sub-variants of the Omicron, are in the news currently for driving COVID cases after a short break. EG.5, which is nicknamed Eris,..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 18, 2023

The Eris variant presents other indications, including headaches, hoarse voice, muscle aches, and an altered sense of smell.
Credit: DNA - Published on August 17, 2023

Eris (EG.5), a new COVID-19 strain, gains WHO's variant of interest status. Global prevalence increases, yet it's assessed as a low global risk. While more..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 10, 2023

Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 9, 2023

COVID cases are on the rise in Maharashtra, India. Active cases increased from 70 in July to 115 on August 6, with Mumbai having the most at 43. Experts are..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 8, 2023

Covid cases are showing signs of increase in Maharashtra after a long lull, while a new Omicron subvariant — EG.5.1 — has been detected in the state in the..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 7, 2023

​A new descendant of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus causing COVID has brought the infection to the headlines once again after a considerable gap of..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 7, 2023

Dr. Mary Ramsay, the head of immunization at the UKHSA, has expressed her concerns regarding the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in the latest report.
Credit: DNA - Published on August 6, 2023

Eris was classified as a Covid variant on July 31 after UKHSA recorded its prevalence in the country due to rising cases internationally, particularly in Asia.
Credit: DNA - Published on August 6, 2023

Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 5, 2023

​Eris, a nickname for the EG.5.1 variant, has brought COVID back into the news. "COVID-19 case rates continued to increase this week compared to our previous..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on August 4, 2023

​With the new COVID variant XBB 1.16 on loose, the COVID cases in the country are rising rapidly. ​
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on April 3, 2023

The sudden spike in the cases of Covid XBB 1.16 variant has sparked a major fear in those living in India, who are speculating that this new variant might lead..
Credit: DNA - Published on March 19, 2023

​As per the INSACOG, the forum that studies and monitors genome sequencing and virus variation of circulating strains of COVID-19 in India, a total of 76..
Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on March 19, 2023

Credit: IndiaTimes - Published on March 18, 2023

The Covid variant was reportedly detected after two travellers were made to take a PCR test at Israel's Ben-Gurion International airport.
Credit: Zee News - Published on March 17, 2023

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