GENEVA, May 30 (NNN-AGENCIES) — COVID-19 cases are reportedly on the rise again as a new variant spreads in some parts of the world.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated NB.1.8.1 as a SARS-CoV-2 variant under monitoring due to its rising global prevalence and rapid transmission.
In an alert issued this week, the organization noted that most reported cases are concentrated in the Eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and Western Pacific regions.
Experts are warning that the new strain may be more transmissible than previous variants and now accounts for more than 10% of global infections.
Common symptoms include sore throat, fatigue, fever, mild cough, muscle aches and nasal congestion. Gastrointestinal symptoms may also occur in some cases.
WHO is urging member states to remain vigilant, adapt to evolving epidemiological trends, and leverage COVID-19 management strategies to strengthen systems for all respiratory disease threats.
“Member States should continue offering COVID-19 vaccines in line with WHO recommendations”, it appealed. — NNN-AGENCIES
