The variant XFG, known as 'Stratus', has become prevalent in New York, accounting for 14% of COVID-19 cases as of late June. Symptoms include hoarseness along with common COVID indicators like fever and cough. Infection rates in New York are projected to continue growing. The CDC reports growing infections across 40 states, while wastewater data indicates low viral activity nationally. Stratus may evade immunity better than other variants, complicating public health measures and guidance on vaccines.
Stratus variant may present a never-before-seen symptom: hoarseness, alongside typical COVID symptoms like fever, cough, and fatigue, affecting public health understanding.
As of July 29, CDC's forecasting shows COVID-19 infection rates in New York growing, with rising cases reported from 40 states but lower levels reported in wastewater.
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