Health
How COVID-19 variant affects kids: What we know so far – Business Insider – Business Insider
Scientists think it’s likely the new variant is more infectious, including in children, but we don’t know for sure.
A variant of coronavirus called B.1.1.7 is causing major disruption, precipitating new lockdowns and travel restrictions.
Experts are beginning to suggest that children are more susceptible to B.1.1.7. — and the UK’s biggest teaching union has asked for schools to remain closed for two weeks from January 4.
The evidence, for now, remains inconclusive, and scientists continue to investigate. Here’s what we know so far.
Why is the variant more infectious?
Increasing numbers of people are becoming…
-
General23 hours agoToni Lamond, known for her roles in Annie Get Your Gun and My Fair Lady, dies aged 93
-
General24 hours agoPolice continue search for missing man Chris Thorne in Melbourne’s west
-
General24 hours agoPauline Hanson proves we have a two-tier senate
-
Noosa News23 hours agowhy blank screens and dark shapes can be scary for people with Alzheimer’s disease