Kp 2 News Today

The FLiRT variant, a group of new Covid-19 variants belonging to Omicrons JN.1 lineage, is rapidly spreading in the US. Variants KP.2 and KP 1.1, considered more infectious than previous Omicron variants, are causing concern. Experts warn of a potential new wave of infections in the summer. Symptoms of FLiRT remain similar to other variants. Vaccination and preventive measures are advised.

FLiRT, a group of new Covid-19 variants in the Omicron JN.1 lineage, is rapidly spreading in the US. Variants like KP.2 and KP 1.1 are more contagious but with symptoms similar to other Omicron variants. KP.2 has overtaken JN.1, with low hospitalizations reported.