XEC, COVID-19

COVID-19 XEC variant is now circulating in the US. Here's what you should know about it.
KP.3.1.1 is still the dominant COVID-19 variant in the United States as it accounts for nearly 60% of positive cases, but the XEC variant is not far behind, recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data shows.
COVID-19 XEC Variant: Symptoms to Watch for as Virus Surges
XEC has become the second most prevalent strain in the country, according to data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ), representing more than 1 in 10 cases. But what are the symptoms of XEC and how does it differ to previous strains?
New COVID-19 Variant XEC Cases On Rise: 5 Things You Need To Know About The Latest Strain
The new COVID-19 variant, XEC, is rapidly spreading worldwide, raising concerns due to its high transmissibility and potential to evade immunity. Health experts urge people to stay vaccinated, practice preventive measures,
A new COVID-19 variant is circulating. Here's what to know about the strain, symptoms
The CDC is "monitoring the XEC variant," Rosa Norman, a CDC spokesperson told USA TODAY. This variant "is the proposed name of a recombinant, or hybrid, of the closely related Omicron lineages KS.1.1 and KP.3.3."
What is XEC, the new COVID-19 variant?
XEC is on track to become the new dominant COVID-19 strain this winter. Yale and New Haven experts weigh in on why you should still get the new vaccine even though it may be less effective at neutralization because it is a recombinant variant.
Does the updated COVID-19 vaccine protect against the XEC variant?
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COVID-19 XEC variant spreading throughout US. What you need to know
A new variant of COVID-19 is growing in the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "CDC is monitoring the XEC variant," Rosa Norman, a CDC spokesperson told USA TODAY.
XEC poised to become dominant COVID variant: Preprint study
New preprint study shows COVID-19 variant XEC is expected to surpass KP.3.1.1 as most dominant circulating variant, with higher infectivity and immune evasion.
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New XEC COVID variant is on the rise. What are its symptoms, and will it cause a surge?
As COVID-19 activity remains high across the United States, a new hybrid variant called XEC is spreading rapidly in Europe and other parts of the world. The XEC variant has been detected in ...
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All eyes on XEC: Why COVID sleuths are paying attention to this variant
the virus that causes COVID-19, suddenly breaks out like a horse from the gate, leaving the rest of the race behind. This time, it’s a variant called XEC (“Zek”), which is a recombinant ...
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What Is New COVID-19 Variant XEC? Know Symptoms And Precautions
The new Covid-19 variant, XEC, is becoming a major health concern worldwide due to its potential impact. Like other variants, it may cause symptoms similar to earlier strains but could spread ...
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New COVID-19 strains are emerging and with it the need for updated vaccines to protect people from the virus. So how do ...