WHO classifies Pirola variant as ‘of concern’
- December 19, 2023
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The World Health Organization (WHO) classified the strain on Tuesday coronavirus JN.1 as an “option of interest,” but clarified that it does not pose a major threat to
The World Health Organization (WHO) classified the strain on Tuesday coronavirus JN.1 as an “option of interest,” but clarified that it does not pose a major threat to public health.
“Based on the available evidence, JN.1 poses the greatest risk to global public health. currently rated as low“, – stated in the WHO document.
JN.1 was previously classified as a variant of interest as part of the parent lineage BA.2.86.
This was reported by the UN agency. existing vaccines continue to protect against severe disease and death from JN.1 and other circulating variants of the Covid-19 virus.
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The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicated that the JN.1 subvariant represents approximately 15% and 29% of cases in the country until December 8, according to the agency’s latest forecasts.
He added that currently there is no evidence that JN.1 poses an increased risk for public health compared to other options, and that the updated vaccine can protect Americans.
WHO is continuously monitoring the evidence and will update the JN.1 risk assessment as necessary.
JN.1 was first detected in the U.S. in September, according to the CDC.
(according to information from RTS)
Source: Aristegui Noticias
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