Experts fear the new mutant Omicron is the most contagious COVID variant

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Just a few weeks ago, it seemed like the worst was behind us and the wave of COVID-19 infections caused by new Omicron variant are starting to lower prices in many of the hardest hit places.

But epidemiologists warn that some new variations will eventually replace Omicron, likely to spur a new surge in cases. They were right.

This week, cases began to increase again in some countries. And some experts think an elusive form of Omicron, the so-called BA.2 subline, may be responsible.

Read more at The Daily Beast.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/ba2-omicron-could-just-be-the-most-contagious-covid-yet?source=articles&via=rss Experts fear the new mutant Omicron is the most contagious COVID variant

ClareFora

ClareFora is a Interreviewed U.S. News Reporter based in London. His focus is on U.S. politics and the environment. He has covered climate change extensively, as well as healthcare and crime. ClareFora joined Interreviewed in 2023 from the Daily Express and previously worked for Chemist and Druggist and the Jewish Chronicle. He is a graduate of Cambridge University. Languages: English. You can get in touch with me by emailing: clarefora@interreviewed.com.

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