New Delhi: India has confirmed 21 cases of the JN.1 Covid variant, sparking both attention and concern across the nation. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently classified JN.1 as a variant of interest, distinct from its parent lineage BA.2.86. However, the global health body emphasizes that the overall risk posed by JN.1 remains low based on current evidence. While the Union Health Ministry emphasizes the need for caution, experts are quick to allay fears, underlining the effectiveness of existing treatments and the mild nature of the infection.
As many as 19 cases of JN.1 have been traced in Goa and one each in Kerala and Maharashtra.
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The symptoms of JN.1 variant of Covid-19 are mild, said experts, urging the citizens not the panic over the recent spike in cases.