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New Covid variant XEC spreads across UK
Covid XEC variant new symptoms 'wipe people out', says expert; know all about it
The new Covid variant XEC, more infectious than its predecessors, is rapidly spreading and manifesting intense flu-like symptoms. Originating in Germany, it is now present in various countries including the US and UK.
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.
XEC is now in Australia. Here's what we know about this hybrid COVID variant
Over the nearly five years since COVID first emerged, you'd be forgiven if you've lost track of the number of new variants we've seen. Some have had a bigger impact than others, but virologists have documented thousands.
Mapped: Cases of new Covid variant XEC spread across Europe
XEC, a sublineage of the omicron variant, was first reported in Berlin, Germany, in June and is now spreading “quite rapidly” across Europe, North America and Asia, according to Covid data analyst Mike Honey. The Czech Republic had the highest prevalence of the variant as 16 per cent of Covid case samples from the country contained XEC.
New XEC Covid variant symptoms explained as TV doctor warns it's 'wiping people out'
A new Covid variant is causing alarm as it's believed to be more transmissible and has symptoms that "wipe people out" according to BBC Breakfast's resident GP, Dr Helen Wall
Is the hybrid COVID variant XEC in the US? What to know about the new strain that's more contagious
The side effects of newly discovered COVID strain XEC might not be more severe, but appears to be more contagious, epidemiologist Joëlla W. Adams said
XEC Covid variant: Experts reveal why strain is raging through UK population
The XEC Covid variant is said to be 'wiping people out' as it comes with more severe symptoms than some of its predecessors, likening it to flu as the side effects are so intense
New XEC Covid variant UK hotspots revealed - and first symptoms to watch out for
A new Covid variant is surging across the UK, with experts saying it’s “just getting started”. XEC was first detected in Germany in June, and has since been reported in the UK, Denmark and Ukraine. Symptoms include a high temperature, aches, tiredness, a cough or sore throat, trouble sleeping and a runny nose.
What to know about the new covid-19 XEC variant
A new covid-19 variant called XEC may spread more easily than past variants, but current vaccines are still effective against it
Latest COVID variant, XEC, has spread to half of US states, reports say
The latest strain of the COVID-19 virus, XEC, is circulating across the country. The new variant has been reported in at least 25 U.S. states, according to reports.
New COVID Variant XEC Is Spreading in Europe. Here's What You Need to Know
A CDC spokesperson said the current COVID-19 vaccines are expected to provide some protection against XEC and other circulating variants. A new COVID-19 variant, called XEC, is spreading rapidly in Europe.
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XEC Covid 'could see masks and social distancing return' as tripledemic fears rise
A doctor has warned that the XEC variant of Covid-19 could see the return of masks and social distancing over three years ...
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What is COVID XEC? From symptoms to spread, what to know about the new COVID variant
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New Covid booster could protect from 'rapidly spreading' XEC strain - check if you are eligible
The autumn booster vaccine has been created to protect against the JN.1 strain, which is related to the new XEC variant.
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Need to get your kids vaccinated for COVID? Locations serving infants, small children
Finding a COVID-19 vaccine location for small children in Delaware can be tricky. Here's a list of places around the state ...
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