France detects new COVID-19 variant for first time

A new strain of Covid-19 has been identified in several countries including France. Name of this new variant: NB.1.8.1. What is known about its effects and should we worry?

The new variant NB 1.8.1 of Covid-19, which is wreaking havoc in China, has been detected in France on at least four identified cases. It would be more transmissible and resistant to antibodies. WHO confirms that currently approved vaccines should remain effective.

France detects new COVID-19 variant for first time

European health authority confirms several cases across bloc - Anadolu Ajansı

A strain of Covid-19 has been detected for the first time in France. It is concerned by the numerous cases that have been recorded in other countries, but also by its ability to bind more easily to cells...

France detects new Covid-19 variant for first time

PARIS, May 24 — France has detected four cases of the new Covid-19 variant NB.1.8.1 for the first time. Anadolu Ajansi reported that four cases were identified for the first time in France, the broadcaster BFMTV learned from the National Reference Centre in Lyon on Friday. “There are a number of countries that have reported it. We have found a few cases in France — not many — four have been identified, both in hospitals and in the community,” sa…

In May 2025, a new variant of the Covid-19 deemed "disturbing" was identified for the first time in France. According to the information of "BFM TV", this discovery immediately attracted the attention of the health authorities and the Sc... Read more about Elle.fr