New PJ.2.1 strain: what is known about the coronavirus variant
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The new coronavirus variant PJ.2.1 already accounts for 25% of all cases of the disease in the Canadian province of Ontario. This means it is quickly becoming one of the main variants of the virus in the region.
Doctors and scientists are closely monitoring the spread of this strain. As with other COVID-19 variants, the main symptoms may include cough, elevated temperature, sore throat and weakness. However, the brief report on which this material is based contains no detailed medical data on the course of the illness.
Whether PJ.2.1 is more dangerous than previous variants remains an open question. There is no data that would unambiguously confirm greater danger or greater severity of the disease. The source material also contains no information about the spread of this strain in Ukraine.
Readers should follow official announcements from Ukraine's Ministry of Health and check the recommendations of medical professionals. New data on the PJ.2.1 variant will appear as research is carried out.
Sources: Индустриалка
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