Two new Omicron subvariants are spreading quickly in New York State.
The new subvariants, both related to BA.2, may help explain rising infections in the region. They have been found in more than 30 states.
nytimes.com
“The two subvariants appear to spread rapidly, with a growth advantage of about 25 percent over BA.2, which itself was more contagious than any variant that came before it. But it’s unclear whether the subvariants spread more quickly because of greater contagiousness or an improved ability to sidestep the body’s immune defenses. One of the new subvariants has a mutation that has been shown to help dodge immunity.”
But by all means, keep not wearing a mask everybody!! 🤮