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XEC to FLiRT; what you need to know about recent Covid variants
Covid-19 continues to evolve with fresh mutations in the virus' spike protein. As the latest variant XEC is set to become dominant in some time, here's a look at recent Covid variants that made news for increasing number of cases,
New highly contagious Covid variant XEC on track to become most dominant in UK
More contagious Covid-19 strain XEC set to take over after NHS warnings of a 'tripledemic' of viruses this winter with flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
New Covid variant XEC set to become most dominant in UK within days
The XEC Covid variant is a recombinant of Omicron and is proving to be more infectious. It has already driven a surge in Covid infections in South Africa and the US
XEC Is the New COVID Variant to Watch
The latest global coronavirus mutation is swiftly spreading in Europe. Will it drive a wave of illness in the U.S.? And do vaccines offer protection?
New COVID Variant XEC: What You Need to Know About Symptoms, Risks, and Staying Protected
As cold and flu season approaches, the situation is becoming more complex with the recent emergence of the new COVID-19 variant, XEC. COVID-19 and knowledge of its exact properties have evolved quite a bit,
UK braces for dominant XEC Covid variant amid tripledemic fears
The XEC Covid-19 variant, which is a recombinant of Omicron, is predicted to become the dominant strain in the UK this week, as the NHS urges over-65s to get their booster jab
What are the symptoms of new COVID variant XEC?
That would mean the usual COVID symptoms listed by the NHS - including a high temperature or shivering, a new, continuous cough and a loss or change to sense of smell or taste - would still apply. Other symptoms include shortness of breath, feeling tired or exhausted, an aching body and a headache.
New COVID Variant XEC Is Spreading in Europe. Here's What You Need to Know
A new COVID-19 variant, called XEC, is spreading rapidly in Europe. XEC may “ become the dominant variant globally in the next few months ” because of its growth advantage over other circulating variants, according to researchers at the University of Glasgow.
Covid doctor warns XEC variant could see return of masks and social distancing
The XEC variant of Covid-19, which is currently surging across the UK, has the potential to fuel a tripledemic this winter.
Covid doctor explains why XEC variant could bring back masks and social distancing
Doctor Joseph Ambani has warned that the XEC variant of Covid-19, which is currently surging across the UK, has the potential to fuel a tripledemic this winter
Map reveals where new XEC Covid variant is spreading across Europe as doctor warns it could soon be dominant strain of the virus
The XEC strain was first detected in Germany in June but cases have since been reported in the UK, Ireland, France , Spain , the US and other countries - with 1,115 cases worldwide.
New highly contagious Covid XEC 'just getting started' - it's now on track to be most dominant in UK
The new XEC Covid variant has a "triple threat" of increased transmissibility, immune avoidance and severity, experts have ...
What to know about the new COVID XEC strain
In today’s health headlines, what to know about the new COVID XEC strain, an ebola-like virus is spreading in Rwanda, and a ...
NHS warns three signs you should isolate with Covid as new XEC strain spreads
Brits have been urged to stay home and avoid contact with others if they notice three things after contracting COVID -19 amid a surge in cases. The NHS has issued guidance on what to do if you spot ...
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Rising Wave: XEC Variant's Global Impact
The new COVID omicron subvariant, XEC, has been identified predominantly in the northern hemisphere and Australia. Virologists are monitoring its spread as it edges toward becoming a dominant variant.