New coronavirus strain in the UK: Scientists’ concerns and what we know so far
The rise in new COVID strain, a mutation in the novel coronavirus, has raised concerns whether COVID-19 vaccines currently under development, will now work against the variant. December 21, 2020 / 03:57 PM IST
A new variant of the novel coronavirus has been identified in the United Kingdom. England’s Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty said on December 19 that the new variant of the coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, can spread faster.
Scientists are working to confirm if the mutation leads to a higher mortality rate or cause more severe illnesses.