At the end of August, a new coronavirus variant, Eris, was also identified in Hungary, and just a month later, the new mutation, the BA.2.86 variant called Pirula, was already here.
the independent according to The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Pirola as one of seven variants under observationwhich is the lowest level on the three-point scale of their tracking system. The previously mentioned Eris is a Level 2 type, that is, moderately anxious.
However, it is worth emphasizing this Little is known about Pirola so far. It has been identified so far in 15 countries, which are: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, France, Germany, Sweden, Spain, Portugal, Israel, Australia, Thailand, South Korea, Japan, and the Republic of South Africa.
since Pirola belongs to the Omicron strain, and its main symptoms are runny nose, headache, fatigue, sneezing, and sore throat.. In addition, there are many experienced people Diarrhea, eye irritation and rash Regarding Pirola.
What you should know about infection with the new strain is that the incubation period is usually 2-3 days, after which symptoms appear. Photo: Freepik
Pfizer and Moderna It has already been pointed out regarding the new variant: Their updated vaccines Based on early investigations They can also provide protection against Iris and PerulaAdd 444.
John Slavikthe chief physician of Dél-Pest Centrumkórház, among other things, told HírTV that Since August, the new Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been present in Hungary, and it is also spreading very quickly. EG.5 or otherwise Iris can be easily infected, but this version will not cause serious symptoms According to the chief doctor.
“It is spreading faster but no more dangerous than previous versions, which is very good news.” – He said John Slavik. What you should know about infection with the new strain is that The incubation period is usually 2-3 days, after which symptoms appear. These symptoms include sore throat, runny nose, fever, and joint pain.
