A new, highly mutated, lineage of the Covid-19 virus – BA.2.86 has been detected by public health authorities in some countries, sparking concerns of a renewed surge in infections. Since late July, one case each of BA.2.86 has been confirmed in the United States, the United Kingdom, Israel, and three cases in Denmark. Scientists are closely monitoring the emergence of this new mutation BA.2.86, primarily because it has 36 mutations that distinguish it from the currently-dominant XBB.1.5 variant. While, at present, there is no evidence if this version spreads faster…
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