There is a new Covid XEC Variant spreading across many European and American countries. People have started to get infected with the new variant and scientists states that it is a dominant type.
Spreading of Covid XEC Variant
It was initially found and identified in Germany back in the month of June. Since the Covid XEC Variant was identified it has been found in several countries. Among those countries are United Kingdom, United States, Germany and more.
This new variant is found to have certain new mutations in comparison to other Covid viruses that emerged in the past. And during the upcoming autumn it is expected to spread. According to experts, people should take strict precautions before it starts to spread severely.
Individuals that have the higher likelihood to become ill from Covid are offered a free booster shot by the National Health Service in England. Doctors have updated the vaccines to defeat the upcoming variants, however, not the Covid XEC Variant.
This new variant has been mutated and emerges from the last Omicron Covid variant and is known to be a sub-variant. According to Professor Francois Balloux, there is a higher possibility this new variant will overcome the last variants that emerged. The likelihood of this variant spreading will remain high during the winter.
What are the symptoms of XEC Covid?
There are possible symptoms that may emerge as before they are:
- a high temperature
- body aches
- tiredness
- a cough
- sore throat
- fatigue
Who is Qualified for a Free Booster Shot?
- adults aged 65 years and over
- adults living in a care homes
- babies over six months in a clinical risk group
- NHS frontline workers
- care-home and social-care workers
The primary vaccinations for the new Covid XEC Variant will be starting in October although some have been given booster shots earlier than the date.
Conclusion
Staying alert and taking precautions is mandatory in order to prevent catching this new emerging variant. Remaining hygienic and staying clean can result in staying disease free.
Key Points
- The Covid XEC variant, first identified in Germany, is now spreading across Europe and the U.S.
- Experts warn that this variant could dominate during autumn and winter, urging people to take precautions.
- In England, high-risk individuals, including those over 65, are being offered free booster shots to protect against emerging variants.
