The new variant of coronavirus JN.1 is increasing rapidly across the world. Its pace, which started from China, is not showing any sign of stopping yet. Within 30-40 days, it has spread to many countries including Singapore, America, and India. US media reports show that while the spread rate of the JN.1 variant was only around seven percent in November, it increased to more than 44 percent by mid-December, raising fears of another wave here.
Similarly, in India too, till now this new variant has spread in more than 12 states, till Friday the infection due to has been confirmed in about 619 people. It is also being said in the studies that the speed of Omicron and all its mutated variants is very high and it can easily increase the infection by dodging the immunity built in the body. This means that after confirmation of infection in a population, there may be a risk of infection increasing rapidly in more people.
Doctors say that everyone needs to be careful about protection from corona. This infection can also increase in children, hence necessary measures should be taken to protect them from corona.
There is a risk of infection in children and the elderly too
Health experts say it is not yet clear in the studies whether the existing vaccination provides complete protection from this new variant or not. Therefore, it is very important for all people with weak immunity, including children, to follow preventive measures to protect themselves from infection. From wearing masks to following hygiene measures, parents need to educate children about the virus and prevent its spread.
Even though children may not be at risk of serious diseases due to infection, they can be carriers, which may increase the risk of the spread of corona.
What does the doctor say?
Respiratory disease specialist Dr. Amrita Singh says many countries of the world are struggling with the problems caused by the latest COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1, its cases have increased in India too, hence it becomes necessary to strengthen preventive measures. , especially for children and the elderly who may be more vulnerable. To protect children from the possible danger of corona, do not take them to crowded places and gatherings, it is advised to wear a mask while going out to school and pay attention to hand hygiene.
Wearing a mask and maintaining regular hand hygiene is important to prevent the spread of infection.
Symptoms of infection in children?
In the case of infection with Omicron and its other variants, almost the same symptoms are seen in everyone, whether children or adults. Most of the infected are asymptomatic, while those who have symptoms are facing mild problems like fever, cough, cold, diarrhea-vomiting, headache, and body aches. Most patients recover easily at home with simple treatment, however, if these symptoms persist for more than a few days, it is important to immediately consult a pediatrician.
Pay attention to this serious problem also
Recently, while alerting about the side effects in children due to Corona, Professor R.K. of King George Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow. Garg said at an event, Corona has also increased the risk of measles and subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE). There have been problems in the vaccination of children against these diseases during the pandemic, due to which there may be a risk of these diseases.
Health experts say that it is important for children who have missed vaccination to consult a doctor in this regard. It is also very important to keep taking measures to increase the immunity of children.
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