The XEC variant of the coronavirus was first identified in Germany this summer.
Later, this “version” of COVID-19 was discovered in a number of other countries.
And recently, a new variant of the SARS-CoV-2 pathogen has come to Belarus.
The corresponding statement was made by Svetlana Nechay, a representative of the Belarusian Ministry of Health and chief state sanitary doctor.
When was the XEC coronavirus discovered in Belarus
This "version" of the virus that causes COVID-19 was discovered in our country last week.
A new variant of coronavirus was detected in one of the patients.
Is there cause for concern about the spread of the XEC strain?
Svetlana Nechay reassured Belarusians.
The specialist emphasized that mutation is a normal process for viruses.
There is no need to worry, this is a normal coronavirus, within the framework of already familiar mutations, BELTA quotes the representative of the Ministry of Health as saying.
What is characteristic of the XEC coronavirus?
At the moment, experts do not believe that this variant of the pathogen poses a greater danger than other “versions” of SARS-CoV-2.
A person infected with XEC may experience the following symptoms of the disease:
- loss of smell;
- nasal congestion;
- increase in body temperature;
- dyspnea;
- dry cough;
- muscle pain;
- headache;
- increased fatigue;
- poor appetite.
It is important to follow certain preventive measures: if possible, avoid visiting crowded places during the period of the virus spread, maintain social distancing, wash your hands regularly, and use masks and antiseptics correctly.
