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.
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'
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'
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:
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.
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.
Covid hospitalisations surge as new variant spreads across UK
Covid hospitalisations have surged across Britain at an “alarming” rate as a new variant of the virus emerged, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has warned. UKHSA figures showed the admission rate for patients testing positive for Covid XEC stood at 4.
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 ...
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 ...
Unusual new Covid XEC strain symptom you may notice at dinnertime
Covid-19 cases are on the rise across the country due to new variants such as XEC, with the NHS advising those who are ...
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Covid XEC strain warning: NHS issues new 5-day Covid alert to Brits
The NHS has issued advice on what to do if you test positive for coronavirus, as concerns grow that a new XEC variant could ...