New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 Detected in U.S. After China Hospital Surge
A new, highly transmissible COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, detected in the U.S. after causing a hospitalization surge in China, is raising concerns among health officials. While showing no signs of increased severity, its spread prompts close monitoring as vaccine updates are planned.
Eliana Fleming
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