A new range of variants has been discovered in the United States by the National Institute for communicable Diseases. Gene sequencing collaboration between both the NICD and private laboratories revealed 22 positive patients infected with the novel B.1.1.529 variant.
“A fresh variation has been discovered in South Africa, which is not surprising,” stated Professor Adrian Puren, Acting Executive Director of the NICD, of the discovery. Despite the little data, our experts are working around the clock with all of the existing surveillance systems to better comprehend the new variety and its potential consequences. The public has our assurance that we will keep them updated as events unfold quickly.”
There is a sudden rise of the covid and positive test result in areas such the North West, Limpopo, and Gauteng.
Despite the newer Covid-19 variations, Dr. Michelle Groome, Head of the NICD’s Division of Public Health Surveillance and Response, has emphasized that the public should stay responsible and that the role of preventative, non-pharmaceutical treatments remains constant. Individuals should get vaccinated, practice good hand hygiene, keep social distance, wear masks, and assemble in well-ventilated areas. Individual adherence to preventative measures can have a big impact on restricting the spread of the new type, according to Groome.