Covid 19 returned! Thus, after creating a pogrom in the world since 2019-2022, the virus sees a gradual return to Asia from Singapore, and Hong Kong recorded the maximum number of cases over the past few weeks.Last week in Mumbai the country saw two deaths associated with lovers, both of which also had comorbidities along with Covid 19. While the disease is still endemic and (yet) does not pose a direct threat to the government, what is the new version and what makes it different from the rest? Let’s delve into …
Two rapidly common options
Sudden overstress is due to two rapidly common options-7 and NB.1.8-about which are descendants of the JN.1 lineage, which is the sub-state of Omicron deformation.
The “Interest” option
The World Health Organization (WHO) classified JN.1 as a “option” from the rapid transmission, although it was not indicated by “concern”, at least as long as it is. Now his descendants, lf.7 and nb.1.8 are now under global observation.
That drives a sharp thorn
A sharp increase in cases is primarily associated with the increase in the passage of these sub -vessels and the gradual immunity, which is reduced in the population. This means that while all at some point in their lives have been frantic, this immunity is now naturally decreasing.
This shift in the variant of domination led to an increase in infections in Singapore by 28% during the week, which ended on May 3, 2025. Indeed, Hong Kong noted a significant increase in cases where COVID-19 positive positiveness from 6.21% to 13.66% over the four-week period, indicating the rapid spread of these options.Specialists say that the rise also affects the decrease in protection against previous infections or vaccinations, increased social mixing and casual preventive behavior. Seasonal effects can also play a role in reinforcement in certain periods.
How different is this option, what are the symptoms
So far, the symptoms associated with LF.7 and NB.1.8 remain in accordance with other Omicron Sub options. These include:ThroatsSoft coughFatigueFever
Is an option heavy
Today, there is no data that prove that this option is more serious than before. Interestingly, the loss of taste and odor, reported in other COVID variants (especially the Delta One, which caused the devastating 2nd wave in India at the beginning of 2021), has not yet been observed.The health authorities in the region report that most cases remain soft, especially among vaccinated persons. However, elderly adults and those who have basic health conditions remain more vulnerable to complications.
The vaccine is still the best protection, say, doctors
In order to mitigate the distribution, the Ministry of Health recommends high -risk groups such as the elderly and immunocompanized, and get vaccinations. In addition, the public is recommended to practice standard precautions, including mask in crowded places, regular hand washing and staying at home.
COVID protection means return to the basics. This includes:Get the vaccination: Vaccines continue to protect against serious illness.Wear masks in crowded or indoors: Using masks in high risk settings are important. This reduces the likelihood of catching or spreading the virus.Practice good hand hygiene: Wash your hands regularly or use disinfectant.Avoid close contact with sick people:If you feel bad, stay home and seek medical advice.Be aware of: Follow the reliable health care updates about local trends and COVID-19 recommendations. Do not get a victim of fake news.
