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A new variant of the Coronavirus, BA.2.86, is discovered for the first time in Germany

2023-09-14 12:39:00, Shëndeti CNA
A new variant of the Coronavirus, BA.2.86, is discovered for the first time in
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The new variant of the Coronavirus has been detected for the first time in Germany, raising many concerns.

The new BA.2.86 variant, known as "Pirola", has been discovered for the first time in Germany, according to the Robert Koch-Institut (RKI). In its weekly report, the federal government agency revealed that the variant was identified before August 27.

This comes as Germany has experienced an increase in acute respiratory infections since July, as reported by the RKI. The emergence of this new variant adds to the challenges faced by the country's health system.

BA.2.86 has already been identified in several countries, including Denmark, the USA, the United Kingdom and Israel. The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified it as one of seven "variants under surveillance", the lowest level in their tracking system.

Experts are particularly concerned about this variant because of its many differences from previous versions of the coronavirus. These differences can potentially affect the effectiveness of vaccines and the immunity developed from previous infections.

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated, "BA.2.86 may be more capable of causing infection in people who have previously had COVID-19 or who have received vaccines against COVID-19." However, preliminary data suggest that vaccines should still provide protection against this variant, according to the WHO.

The appearance of BA.2.86 raises questions about the ongoing battle against the COVID-19 pandemic. Last week, the WHO warned of "trends related to COVID-19 ahead of the winter season in the Northern Hemisphere". They pointed to another variant, called EG.5 or Eris, which is growing globally. While not yet classified as a "variant of concern", EG.5 is categorized as a "variant of interest".

The availability of accurate data on coronavirus infections is essential in assessing the situation. Unfortunately, many countries have stopped reporting deaths and hospitalizations related to COVID-19, making it challenging to fully understand the extent of the problem.

As the world continues to grapple with the pandemic and new variants emerge, experts stress the importance of continued reporting of COVID-19 statistics by nations. With this information, health care systems and policy makers can make informed decisions and take the necessary actions to protect public health./ CNA





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