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Emerging evidence suggests B.1.1.7 is probably around 70% more infectious than other variants.
There s growing speculation that kids are more susceptible to infection with the variant, but we don t know for sure.
The UK s biggest teaching union has requested schools remain closed for two weeks from January 4.
Here s everything we know so far.
A variant of coronavirus called B.1.1.7 is causing major disruption, precipitating new lockdowns and travel restrictions.
Experts are beginning to suggest that children are more susceptible to B.1.1.7. and the UK s biggest teaching union has asked for schools to remain closed for two weeks from January 4.
The evidence, for now, remains inconclusive, and scientists continue to investigate. Here s what we know so far.
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Scientists are investigating whether the new COVID-19 variant is more infectious in kids. Here s what we know so far.
Scientists are investigating whether the new COVID-19 variant is more infectious in kids. Here s what we know so far.
Dr. Catherine Schuster-BruceDec 23, 2020, 22:02 IST
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Emerging evidence suggests B.1.1.7 is probably around 70% more infectious than other variants.
There s growing speculation that kids are more susceptible to infection with the variant, but we don t know for sure.
The UK s biggest teaching union has requested schools remain closed for two weeks from January 4.