Experts Warn Against The Unique Symptoms Of 'Stratus' Covid Strain That Has Infected A Large UK Population; Can It Evade Antibodies?

Experts Warn Against The Unique Symptoms Of 'Stratus' Covid Strain That Has Infected A Large UK Population; Can It Evade Antibodies?

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Updated Aug 13, 2025 | 09:02 AM IST

SummaryA new COVID-19 strain, Stratus, with variants XFG and XFG.3, is spreading in England, with XFG.3 making up 30% of cases. WHO says there’s no evidence of increased severity or reduced vaccine effectiveness, though symptoms may differ, including hoarseness, headaches, nasal congestion, mild fever, and lingering fatigue.

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