Coronavirus Cases in India: People had just emerged from the pandemic spread in the year 2019, when once again the cases of corona have gained momentum in the country. There has been a recent increase in the cases of the new variant JN.1 of Covid-19 in Singapore and Hong Kong . In India, more than 250 cases of corona virus have been registered in Mumbai, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. This new variant of corona has put people in trouble. Now people are seen using masks and sanitizers like before. However, no warning has been given by the government yet . But let's know how deadly this new variant is and how to avoid it.

What is the COVID JN.1 variant?

Omicron's new variants JN.1 and LF7 and NB1.8 are believed to be responsible for the infection. It is being said that this virus is a descendant of the Omicron BA.2.86 lineage. It easily becomes its victim from one to another through additional one and two mutations. The JN.1 variant spreads rapidly and can cause infection.

The number of patients is increasing in India

According to the Ministry of Health, there has been an increase in the cases of COVID-19 in the country but the situation is still under control. So far, about 258 cases have been registered in the country. The highest number of corona cases in India have been registered in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. However, it is being said that all the cases of corona confirmed so far have symptoms similar to those of common flu. There has been no need to hospitalize the patient. 

How dangerous is the Covid JN.1 variant?

Although the Covid JN.1 variant spreads rapidly, it cannot be said how deadly it is. The JN.1 variant easily preys on people with low immunity. Therefore, the government is instructing people to use masks and sanitizers.

Characteristics of the JN.1 variant

Symptoms of the JN.1 variant

– Sore throat

- Cough

– Nausea

- Vomit

– Brain fog

– Conjunctivitis

– Mild or high fever

- Cold

– Fatigue and weakness

- Headache

– Muscle pain

How to protect yourself from the Covid JN.1 variant

– Although the Covid JN.1 variant is not such a dangerous virus but it can spread rapidly.

– Avoid going to crowded places.

– Use a mask when going to the market or outside the house.

– Wash hands frequently with soap and sanitize them.

– Avoid eating street food and excessively spicy food.

– Take a balanced and healthy diet to boost immunity.

– Do yoga and physical activity regularly, especially breathing exercises.

– Avoid going into crowded places unnecessarily.

– Drink as much water as possible.

– If anyone in the house has cold or cough, stay away from them.

– Common symptoms of flu can also be Covid infection, so get proper treatment.

– Avoid taking any medicine on your own.

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