New Delhi: A new Omicron variant has been confirmed in the country. BA.5.2.1.7 or BF.7 was found in Pune. Then the Ministry of Health suggested tightening the inspection and control in the country.
BA.5.2.1.7 or BF.7 is the most common variety in America and Europe. Health Minister Veena George had informed yesterday that in the situation where new genetic variants of covid have been reported in different parts of the world, prevention activities have been strengthened in Kerala.
All districts have been instructed in this regard. The new variant is more spreadable than the previous variants of Covid-19. Therefore, the defense will be further strengthened, the minister said. About 1.8 percent of those infected may require hospital treatment. There is no cause for concern at present.
However, the minister said that everyone should pay attention and take precautions including masks. A high-level meeting was convened under the leadership of the minister to evaluate the precautions and arrangements of the health department.
