The World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday officially confirmed that the coronavirus remains a major public health threat, despite showing signs of a decline in COVID cases and related mortality. Meanwhile, cases are increasing in several Indian states including Delhi-NCR and Gujarat. Although experts have told that there is no reason to panic at the moment, yet this is not the time to be cautious. In such circumstances, it is best to remain vigilant and be alert for the following symptoms:
What is the current COVID situation?
Following the massive COVID surge led by Omicron Edition, there is a decline in cases in India and globally. However, several new variants including BA.4 and BA.5 have already been discovered. In addition, recombinant viruses including XE, XF, XD are also circulating globally.
Also, after a significant drop in daily infections, some states are again seeing a slight increase in cases.
Meanwhile, noting that we are still in the midst of a pandemic, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Wednesday, “This virus has become more contagious over time and is especially deadly for vulnerable and uninfected people.” those who do not have access to health. care and antiviral”
What are the symptoms to watch for?
Some common COVID symptoms to watch out for: Cough, runny nose, fatigue, sore throat, headache and loss of smell and taste. After the Omicron variant came to the fore, people have also started reporting symptoms like gastronomical disorders, joint pain, etc.
Could the newly identified variant lead to another COVID wave?
Speaking on the next wave, experts informed whether XE will cause a new wave or a new, different variant will cause a wave, we cannot predict. “During the lifetime of this epidemic, several forms have been identified, most of which have been quickly eradicated.”
The variant has been in operation in the UK since 2022, but less severe cases have been reported. This means there is less concern and, moreover, that people who were infected with a previous Omicron variant have enough antibodies to resist a severe case of reinfection. Therefore, the chances of seeing another wave are slim.