India Reports 324 COVID-19 Cases So Far: Watch Out
India has reported 324 COVID-19 cases to date. Official data shows that out of these, there are 290 cases of KP2 and 34 cases of KP1 across the country...........
India Reports 324 COVID-19 Cases So Far: Watch Out
India has reported 324 COVID-19 cases to date. Official data shows that out of these, there are 290 cases of KP2 and 34 cases of KP1 across the country.
Both sub-lineages, KP.2 and KP.1, have also caused a surge in cases in Singapore. According to PTI, these sub-variants are forms of JN1 and have not led to more hospitalizations or severe cases.
The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) data shows 34 cases of KP.1 in seven states and union territories, with 23 cases in West Bengal.
Other states with KP-1 cases include Goa (1), Gujarat (2), Haryana (1), Maharashtra (4), Rajasthan (2), and Uttarakhand (1). KP.2 cases are higher, with Maharashtra having the most at 148. Other states with KP.2 cases include Delhi (1), Goa (12), Gujarat (23), Haryana (3), Karnataka (4), Madhya Pradesh (1), Odisha (17), Rajasthan (21), Uttar Pradesh (8), Uttarakhand (16), and West Bengal (36).
Singapore is experiencing a new COVID-19 wave, with over 25,900 cases from May 5 to 11. KP.1 and KP.2 make up over two-thirds of these cases. KP.2 is currently classified by the WHO as a variable Under Monitoring.
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COVID-19 in India: Symptoms to Watch For
- Cough
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Difficulty breathing
- Muscle aches
- Sometimes loose motions and gastric issues
Senior citizens are at risk for severe illness due to age-related changes, weaker immune systems, and existing health issues. People with comorbidities are more likely to experience severe and potentially fatal COVID-19 infections compared to other age groups.
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