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The Omicron sub-type is thought to be more transmissible than the more common BA.1 type, although other characteristics are still unclear.

Booster shots were at least as effective against the new form of Omicron compared with the original, according to early data.

The Omicron sub-type has been given the "stealth" moniker despite the fact that it will still give a positive COVID test result—heres why.

The Delta sub-variant of coronavirus continues to spread, but U.S. totals have varied widely in recent days, data shows.

The Delta variant offshoot, found in dozens of countries, could be more transmissible than other Delta mutants.

AY.4.2 is an evolution of the original Delta variant, which was first identified in the U.K. and has since become the dominant form of SARS-CoV-2 globally.

An expert told Newsweek it seems increasingly likely that the offshoot is more transmissible than other Delta variants.

What is AY.4.2, also known as the Delta Plus variant?. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Scientists are paying close attention to AY.4.2, an offshoot that could possibly be more contagious than the original form of Delta.

Scientists are keeping a close eye on the Delta offshoot, known as AY.4.2, which has been spreading in the U.K. since July.