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Cbsnews
1 month ago
Coronavirus

"FLiRT" COVID variants are now more than a third of U.S. cases. Scientists share what we know about them so far.

The KP.2 variant is rapidly becoming the dominant strain in the US, representing a projected 35.3% of infections.
The fast-growing FLiRT variants are distinct from JN.1 and are being closely monitored for changes and impact on infection rates. [ more ]
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time.com
2 months ago
Coronavirus

What to Know About the FLiRT' Variants of COVID-19

The emergence of FLiRT variants, including KP.2, may not lead to a significant surge in COVID-19 cases in the U.S. due to potential prior immunity from JN.1 infections. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
Coronavirus

A Guide to Managing Covid This Summer

The FLiRT variants of the coronavirus are gaining traction, with KP.2 accounting for 28.5% of cases, potentially leading to an increase in cases this summer. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Coronavirus

What to Know About the FLiRT' Variants of COVID-19

The emergence of FLiRT variants, including KP.2, may not lead to a significant surge in COVID-19 cases in the U.S. due to potential prior immunity from JN.1 infections. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
Coronavirus

A Guide to Managing Covid This Summer

The FLiRT variants of the coronavirus are gaining traction, with KP.2 accounting for 28.5% of cases, potentially leading to an increase in cases this summer. [ more ]
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BuzzFeed
1 week ago
Coronavirus

Covid Is Surging Right Now. Here's What Alarms Doctors The Most.

Summer COVID spike due to FLiRT variants. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 week ago
Coronavirus

Covid-19 outbreak in California: What is happening in the state?

The FLiRT variants, including KP.2 and JN.1.7, are concerning due to rapid spreading and immunity evasion. CDC closely monitors these mutations. [ more ]
time.com
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Are We Headed for Another Summer COVID-19 Wave?

COVID-19 levels increasing in U.S. due to FLiRT variants, driving transmission rates up, especially in hotspots.
Summer COVID-19 spikes in the U.S. are not unusual, following a pattern of smaller upticks after big winter waves according to studies. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

COVID cases rising in L.A. County and California as new subvariants make mark

California's COVID numbers are rising due to new subvariants, signaling an early start to summer.
Increases are observed in positive test rates, wastewater levels, and mention of earlier-than-normal COVID peaks. [ more ]
sfist.com
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Yet Another COVID Uptick Hitting California, and the Bay Area Is Seeing the Worst of It

The FLiRT variants and increased summer travel have led to a surge in COVID-19 cases nationally, including in California and the Bay Area. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

COVID cases rising in L.A. County and California as new subvariants make mark

California's COVID numbers are rising due to new subvariants, signaling an early start to summer.
Increases are observed in positive test rates, wastewater levels, and mention of earlier-than-normal COVID peaks. [ more ]
sfist.com
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Yet Another COVID Uptick Hitting California, and the Bay Area Is Seeing the Worst of It

The FLiRT variants and increased summer travel have led to a surge in COVID-19 cases nationally, including in California and the Bay Area. [ more ]
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