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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 ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

There's a New Covid Variant. What Will That Mean for Spring and Summer?

KP.2 variant, part of FLiRT subset, slightly more infectious & immune-evading than JN.1, monitoring for potential summer surge. [ more ]
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