Health News Desk,The coronavirus variant named JN.1 is causing concern among health experts and the public. This variant of Corona was first identified in Luxembourg. It is a descendant of the Pirola variant (BA.2.86), which itself originated from the Omicron sub-variant. It carries mutations in the spike protein that may increase its infectivity and ability to evade immune responses. Symptoms associated with JN.1 are similar to previous strains of the virus, including fever, runny nose, sore throat, headache, and mild gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach pain and diarrhea.
gastrointestinal problems
Reports suggest that gastrointestinal problems may be more common with this new variant, although larger studies are needed to validate these observations. Despite concerns about its transmissibility, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have indicated that there is no evidence to suggest that JN.1 poses a greater risk than other circulating variants.
Strengthen immunity in JN.1
The CDC also notes that although ZN.1 may be better at evading our immune systems, it will not necessarily cause more severe disease or increase the number of hospitalizations.
Characteristics of JN.1 variant
However, people suffering from co-morbidities, the elderly, obese and those who have not been vaccinated should be more careful as the number of cases is increasing due to the JN.1 variant.
He said that, according to current data, JN.1 does not appear to be more serious or dangerous than other known variants. Vaccination remains an important protection, as vaccines have proven effective against serious infections caused by different strains of the virus.
Should anyone wear a mask?
Former Director of Public Health Dr. K. According to Kolandaisamy, masks must be worn in crowded places. With this, not only Covid but also many other diseases can be avoided. But it is not necessary to wear a mask all the time. People whose immunity is weak such as the elderly. Pregnant women and children must wear masks.
