Strain PJ.2.1: Could It Already Be in Russia?
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The new coronavirus variant PJ.2.1 is spreading in the United States, Canada and Europe. Experts believe it may also appear in Russia in the near future.
According to scientists, imported cases of this strain could already have occurred in Russia, but they simply went unnoticed. The reason is that not all people who fall ill are tested in a way that allows the exact variant of the virus to be identified. Such studies are carried out selectively, so new variants are often detected with a delay.
A strain is a variety of the virus with small changes in its genetic code. As a rule, new strains do not make the disease more dangerous, but they may spread faster than others. That is why scientists closely monitor their emergence and study their properties.
For now, the possible appearance of the PJ.2.1 strain in Russia remains a supposition, and the situation continues to be studied. Experts advise following simple protective measures: washing hands, staying at home at the first symptoms of illness, and getting vaccinated in a timely manner. It is also worth following official reports from health authorities.
Sources: RuNews24
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