New COVID variant BA.2.86 emerges amid rising global cases. This strain, with numerous mutations, prompts concern from health organizations. Its impact remains uncertain, but it exhibits changes that might affect immunity. Detected in Denmark, Israel, and the US, BA.2.86’s potential to spread widely raises alarms. Meanwhile, the prevalent EG.5 ‘Eris’ variant already poses a significant threat.New COVID variant BA.2.86 vs widespread Eris
New COVID variant BA.2.86 emerges amid rising global cases. This strain, with numerous mutations, prompts concern from health organizations. Its impact remains uncertain, but it exhibits changes that might affect immunity. Detected in Denmark, Israel, and the US, BA.2.86’s potential to spread widely raises alarms. Meanwhile, the prevalent EG.5 ‘Eris’ variant already poses a significant threat.
