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New data from scientists and vaccine makers Moderna and Pfizer/BioNTech suggests a newer, highly mutated Covid-19 variant is not as alarming as some experts feared when it was first detected several weeks ago.
As concerning as this sounds, there’s good news. The new boosters should still protect against these newer subvariants because they are closely related.
Lab tests suggest COVID-19 variant BA.2.86 may not be as transmissible or immune-evasive as initially believed. Results suggest updated shots slated to roll out later this month will be effective against the strain.
Hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19 have risen since Aug. 5, according to the CDC.
The COVID-19 pandemic remains dynamic as new variants like EG.5, FL.1.5.1, and BA.2.86 arise. Their prevalence and potential impact are vital in our ongoing efforts to stay safe. Amid these evolving strains, experts stress the importance of vigilance and preventive measures to protect public health.