00:00A new covid variant is on the rise, and experts say it's just getting started.
00:05Introducing the XEC strain a mix of two variants first detected in Germany in June, now spreading
00:10across 13 countries and three continents.
00:13This strain could become dominant during the colder months, according to scientists.
00:17Eric Topol, director of the Scripps Research Institute, warns that XEC is slowly gaining
00:22momentum and may cause a wave in the coming months.
00:25But what do we know about it?
00:27The symptoms are similar to other covid strains, fever, sore throat, loss of smell, and body
00:32aches.
00:33Thankfully, vaccines and booster shots are still effective in preventing severe illness.
00:38So, how can you protect yourself?
00:40Wash your hands, wear a mask, and stay up to date with your vaccines.
00:44Especially for those at higher risk, like older adults and healthcare workers, the UK
00:49is preparing for booster rollouts this autumn.
00:51Stay informed and stay protected.
00:52Don't let XEC catch you off guard.
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