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Another new coronavirus variant seen in the UK – BBC News
It has similar mutations to the South Africa variant, so how worrying is it?
By Michelle RobertsHealth editor, BBC News online
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Scientists have identified another new variant of coronavirus in the UK with some potentially troubling mutations.
B.1.525 appears similar to the South African variant which prompted door-to-door tests in areas where it has been found.
Researchers from Edinburgh University have found 38 cases so far – 2 in Wales and 36 in England – in samples dating back to December.
It has been seen in other countries, including…
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