New Omicron sub-variant XBB1.5: Symptoms and treatment

KARACHI: As per reports from across the globe, another COVID variant XBB and XBB1.5 have been reported. The new variant was found in few parts of China, India, US, Pakistan and other countries.

Health officials have strongly recommended that in order to take all the available precautions, people should take up the Covid 19 vaccine doses that are provided by the government, and if two doses already taken, one should also book booster dose now. 

Covid XBB 1.5 Variant Symptoms

Looking at the symptoms of this variant, it is mild as per health department. The patients that were found in China, as per reports are experiencing cough, changes in sense of smell, hearing loss, pain in chest and shaking.

The new variant is said to be combined of BA.275. & BA 2.10.1. as per the WHO technical lead, Maria Van Kerkhove. She stated that this recombinant strain possesses significant growth advantage.

The BF.7 and BA.5.1.7 variant of the virus were found in China. There is a speedy spread of BF.7 subvariant in countries like France Denmark, England, Germany and Belgium.

Covid XBB 1.5 Variant Cases

As per reports, The new subvariant. XBB 1.5. Is found to be dominant in the COVID-19 case in USA, around 40% of the total cases. Though everyday many cases are reported of the COVID. Still the vaccination is found to be effective in preventing severe effects of these deadly viruses. Hence it is advised that one shall take complete dose of COVID vaccines available in their respective countries.

Covid XBB 1.5 Treatment

WHO official stated that people should test at clinic if they find any of the above symptoms persistent. The testing will help diagnose the problem and then actions can be taken accordingly. She also stated that countries should continue the surveillance to track viruses in any part of the nation.

The lives of the people can we saved by early testing. This will also assure that the virus is not spreading, or growth of virus in the body of the patient. We should make sure that all of our citizens are vaccinated with both the doses and booster dose.

She lastly stated that we shall be vigilant, vaccinated and wear mask and be kind to each other during this tough time. The vaccine is said to work in a week duration against the antibodies. Therefore, avoid going to crowded places right after the vaccination.

Coronavirus XBB.1.5 Remedies

There are multiple Coronavirus XBB.1.5 remedies which you can do at home to stay immune against this variant.

First one is to eat the Vitamins and Nutrients that may increase your Immunity against the virus.

Secondly, you must be vaccinated with the vaccines available in your country for this particular strain.

You should eat Homemade food, avoid Junk Food and have healthy Green Food at your Home.

You should Avoid International Travel at all cost because most of the XBB 1.5 Variant Cases are accounted in Outside India.

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