What is the JN1 Variant? Effects and Symptoms

What is the JN1 Variant?

WHO emphasized that this sub-variant is not currently of concern for public health. Although current vaccines are thought to continue to provide protection, WHO has limited evidence of this. Health authorities warn that Covid-19 and other infectious viruses may increase this winter. Flu (influenza), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and respiratory viruses that cause the common cold (rhinovirus, enterovirus, etc.) are widely seen all over the world, especially in the northern hemisphere. We know that Omicron is the Covid-19 variant that has been dominant worldwide for some time. The World Health Organization is currently tracking a number of intriguing variants linked to omicron, including JN.1, but none are considered alarming. It is reported that JN.1 is spreading rapidly in many centers of the world. It is currently the fastest-spreading variant in the US, accounting for 15-29% of infections, according to US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data. The UK Health Safety Agency says that JN.1 accounts for approximately 7% of positive Covid-19 tests analyzed in virology laboratories, but emphasizes that it will continue to monitor all available data on this and other variants.

What are the Symptoms of JN1 Variant?

JN1 variant symptoms are similar to typical coronavirus symptoms:

• Sore throat ,
• Runny or stuffy nose ,
• Postnasal drip,
• Cough ,
• Muscle pains ,
• Fire ,
• Weakness and fatigue are common complaints.

What are the Ways to Protect from the JN1 Variant?

Ways to protect against the JN1 variant are similar to other variants:

• A surgical mask should be worn in closed and crowded environments.
• Since, like other respiratory viruses, it can be transmitted through the sneezes and coughs of infected individuals, hand hygiene should be ensured, especially after contact with surfaces such as shared door handles and public transportation areas.
• A healthy diet and regular heart-protective (cardiac) exercise should be done.
• Individuals with symptoms of the mentioned disease should isolate themselves.