XEC, COVID-19
What is the new XEC strain of COVID-19 and is it in Arizona?
The dominant strain of the COVID-19 virus in Arizona right now is a variant called KP.3.1.1, which is part of the FLiRT group of variants that emerged earlier this year, according to Engelthaler. There are some indications that XEC may replace it as a dominant strain, he wrote.
With new COVID strain XEC spreading, Chicago health experts urge up-to-date vaccination
Chicago area public health experts are concerned about a pattern of troublingly low COVID and flu vaccination rates in recent years.
Unusual symptom of new XEC Covid strain you may notice at dinnertime
The most recent data from the UK Health Security Agency highlighted that Covid-19 incidence is increasing on 'most indicators'
New COVID-19 Variant XEC Cases On Rise: 5 Things You Need To Know About The Latest Strain
The new COVID-19 variant, XEC, is rapidly spreading worldwide, raising concerns due to its high transmissibility and potential to evade immunity. Health experts urge people to stay vaccinated, practice preventive measures,
All eyes on XEC: Why COVID sleuths are paying attention to this variant
“It might start becoming the top circulating lineage,” Rajnaranayam said, predicting XEC will take the rest of October and early November to gradually outcompete KP.3.1.1 in the United States, becoming the dominant lineage over the winter 2024/25 season.
What Is New COVID-19 Variant XEC? Know Symptoms And Precautions
XEC variant symptoms are similar to earlier Covid-19 variants. However, it may be harder to differentiate from other respiratory infections. Vaccinated individuals might experience milder symptoms, but unvaccinated or immunocompromised people could face a higher risk of severe illness. Below are common XEC Symptoms one may experience:
Are you worried about the new XEC COVID strain? New variant has now reached the UK
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New XEC Covid strain accounts for '1 in 10' cases in the UK - Brits told to do one thing
The XEC variant is thought to be highly transmissible with experts warning it could become dominant around the globe.
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.
Rise in Covid hospitalizations as new XEC variant spreads - new symptoms to be wary of
The UK Health Security Agency has warned that Covid cases are rising across the country, with the virus spreading across 'most indicators'
Number of people in hospital with Covid rises again after new XEC strain emerges
Covid-19 hospital admissions in England are continuing to rise (Picture: Shutterstock) The number of people requiring hospital treatment after catching Covid is continuing to rise
Thousands of patients caught COVID in NSW hospitals last year and hundreds died, new data shows
Thousands of patients caught COVID in NSW public hospitals last year and hundreds died, fuelling concerns among infection ...
Covid XEC strain surge puts UK on alert as NHS issues 5-day warning for Brits
The NHS has warned people to stay at home for five days if they test positive for Covid, as a new variant has the potential ...
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Covid warning as hospitalisations rise and XEC strain surge - full list of symptoms
Covid-19 cases are climbing across the UK driven by new variants such as XEC, health officials have confirmed. According ...