💡The new COVID-19 variant is more transmissible and contagious.
🦠The variant has more mutations than previous ones.
💉Current vaccines offer protection against the new variant.
❓Home COVID-19 tests may have accuracy issues in detecting the variant.
🩺If experiencing symptoms, it is advisable to stay masked and test at a healthcare facility.
Is the new variant of COVID-19 more contagious?
—Yes, the new variant is more transmissible and contagious.
Does the new variant have more mutations?
—Yes, the new variant has more mutations than previous variants.
Do current vaccines offer protection against the new variant?
—Yes, current vaccines provide protection against the new variant.
Are home COVID-19 tests accurate in detecting the new variant?
—Home COVID-19 tests may have accuracy issues in detecting the new variant.
What should I do if I experience symptoms?
—If experiencing symptoms, it is advisable to stay masked and test at a healthcare facility.
00:00The new COVID-19 variant is highly transmissible and more contagious, but symptoms and disease course remain the same.
01:17Home COVID-19 tests may not be accurate in detecting the new variant.
02:38Current vaccines offer protection against the new variant.
04:19It is advisable to stay masked and test at a healthcare facility if experiencing symptoms.
05:28The duration of quarantine for COVID-19 may be reduced as more people get infected and immunity increases.
