10 Facts of New Strain of Coronavirus
1) The new covid-19 strain was first founded in southeast England in November 2020.
2) The name of new strain is “VUI 202012/01“.
3) As per experts,new virus is 50% to 70% more infectious than the old version.
4) It is rapidly replacing the other version of virus.
5) Now,14 days of quarantine has again made compulsory for people who are coming from UK.
6) 7 other symptoms which are recognised due to new strain are
– Fatigue
– Headache
– Mental Confusion
– Muscle Pain
– Skin Rash
– Diarrhoea
– Loss Of Appetite
7) In India, six cases are reported due to new strain.3 of Bengaluru,2 of Hyderabad and 1 of Pune before 1 january 2021.Now cases are increasing day by day.
8) Another different countries where new strain are discovered are –
Israel – 4 cases
Spain – 4 cases
Japan – 5 cases
Norway – 2 cases
Belgium – 4 cases
Canada – 2 cases
Australia – 2 cases
Lebanon – 1 case
Germany – 1 case
Denmark – 9 cases
Singapore – 12 cases
Switzerland – 3 cases
Netherland – 2 cases
South Corea – 3 cases
Pakistan – 3 cases
9) Precautions that we must take to reduce the risk of infection from new strain are-
– wash your hand atleast 6 times a day.
– wash your mouth properly.
– stay at home.
– take the symptoms seriously and go for test if you suspect you have been exposed to the coronavirus.
– wear a mask.
– avoid touching your face.
– avoid contact with others.
10)As per the expert,”Covaxin” will be more effective against the new strain.
