The CDC warns of the possibility of a looming winter COVID surge heightened by the rise of variants and a concerningly low vaccination rate, stressing the need for vigilance.
COVID-19 variants HV.1 and JN.1 present warning signs beyond the fever and cough typically associated with the virus. Experts note a mouth-related symptom – COVID tongue. HV.1 dominates the US, while JN.1 spreads in 12 countries. COVID tongue exhibits tongue swelling, white patches, and altered taste, urging consultation with a doctor for necessary treatment and possible Pirola variant correlation.
Though fever and persistent cough are commonly recognized as Covid symptoms, recent evidence indicates that distinctive signs of new Covid variants may appear in the mouth of an infected individual, serving as an alert to their presence.
Amidst the ongoing struggle with the coronavirus, it is crucial to keep up-to-date with the evolving landscape of Covid-19 symptoms. Dr. Nathan Goodyear, the Medical Director at Brio Medical and a Covid-19 expert, offers valuable insights into the predominant symptoms observed in the current phase of the pandemic.
Our Covid legacy and the threat the virus now poses rte.ie - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from rte.ie Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.