COVID-19 remains a concern in several regions, with the JN.1 variant, a descendant of the Omicron BA.2.86 lineage, being the most prevalent. Here are some preventive tips to help you stay safe.
What sets JN.1 apart is a unique mutation in the spike protein — the part of the virus that binds to human cells. This mutation may give the virus an edge in terms of transmissibility and immune escape.
The fresh threat, as there was one early 2023, has only proven many experts right that “Covid is not out of the world yet”.