US EditionWhat to know about the COVID variant that may cause ‘razor blade’ sore throats
- A new COVID variant has been detected in the UK and is spreading globally, having first been identified in January.
- Patients report a 'razor blade throat' symptom, which causes an extremely sore throat, along with fatigue, cough, and fever.
- Doctor Mohamed Imran Lakhi noted severe sore throat, fatigue, cough, and fever as common symptoms.
- The UKHSA advises avoiding close contact with vulnerable individuals if experiencing respiratory symptoms.
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COVID ‘Razor Throat’ Variant Now Found in 15 US States: Here’s What We Know
The COVID-19 variant that has driven a rise in cases in mainland China is now detected in more than a dozen U.S. states, according to data released by a private tracking firm. Earlier in the week, Chinese doctors predicted a peak of nationwide COVID-19 cases in July as the latest data released by Chinese health authorities show that variant NB 1.8.1 is still the main pathogen causing the rapid increase in COVID-19 infections in the country. An i…
'Razor Blade Throat' Symptom Linked To New COVID-19 Subvariant Spreading In California
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A new COVID-19 subvariant known as NB.1.8.1, or “Nimbus,” is spreading across the United States and gaining traction in California, prompting health officials to urge the public to stay up to date on vaccinations. The variant, first detected in China, now accounts for an estimated 37% of COVID-19 cases nationwide, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In California, the state Department of Publ…
What we know about 'razor blade throat' COVID
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A new COVID-19 variant spreading internationally has been dubbed "razor blade throat" COVID after reportedly causing significant throat pain. It's unclear if that variant has reached Texas. There has been an uptick in COVID-19 cases globally, primarily in the Eastern Mediterranean, South-East Asia and Western Pacific regions, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO noted that wastewater testing in the United St…
The new coronavirus variant surging in China has arrived in the US. Here’s what to know about Nimbus
A new Covid-19 variant called NB.1.8.1, or Nimbus, represents about a third of new US Covid-19 cases. Dr. Leana Wen answers common questions about the new variant.
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