13 h. ago New Covid strain symptoms and how they differ from common cold

It can be hard to tell whether a runny nose or sore throat is a sign of Covid or just a typical seasonal cold

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16 h. ago Do you have new Covid strain or a cold as one lasts longer and goes 'deeper'?

One of the illnesses is more far-reaching in its spread and "goes deeper," with Brits urged to be on the ball for both

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17 h. ago NHS warns symptom lasting 'more than an hour' could be Covid

The UK Health Security Agency has said that the Stratus variant is currently the most dominant strain of Covid

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21 h. ago Exactly how to tell if you have a cold or the new Covid strain

Medical experts have explained when you need to test, and when you need to see a GP

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1 week ago Covid Stratus alert as key symptom of new variant often gets mistaken for common illness

As cases of new Covid strain Stratus continue to soar throughout the UK, experts warn that patients may well easily mistake one symptom for a simple dose of the flu

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1 week ago NHS issues urgent plea to Brits as new Covid strain spreads through UK

The NHS is urging people to do one thing as soon as possible as Stratus, the new Covid variant, gains momentum.

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1 week ago Covid Stratus symptoms warning as sign of infection includes subtle change in your throat

A new strain of Covid has been circulating in the UK this autumn, with genetic changes and mutations meaning the virus comes with some new symptoms that might go unnoticed

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2 w. ago Is your hoarse voice a sign of the new Covid ‘Stratus’ variant? The 12 symptoms spreading now

A NEW strain of Covid has been circulating in the UK in recent weeks, accounting for a high proportion of cases in England. The new strain, known as Stratus, is commonly associated with a key symptom, say experts. The emerging Covid strain, which has two variants - XFG and XFG. 3 - was initially detected...

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2 w. ago Stratus and Nimbus differences and main Covid strain symptoms

Stratus and Nimbus are the most prevelant strains currently in the UK but what happens when you get them and how can you guard against the strains

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2 w. ago Voices: Think you’ve got an autumn cold? Now take a Covid test

Autumn chills often bring on a runny nose and other cold-like symptoms – but this year, a fast-spreading strain of Covid-19 called Stratus is surging. From experience, Victoria Richards knows all the signs to be on the lookout for

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2 w. ago WHO's latest Stratus and Nimbus Covid strain differences and symptoms

Main points to know about Straus and Nimbus, as well as a list of all other major strains known to exist

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2 w. ago What is the Stratus Covid variant? Cases of the new 'XFG' strain on the rise

A new Covid-19 variant, Stratus, is spreading globally, displaying unique symptoms like a scratchy voice.

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2 w. ago UKHSA issues 'avoid contact' alert as new Covid strain spreads

The Status or XFG strain is the most prevalent, according to the latest figures

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2 w. ago Woman says new Covid strain is 'worst' as people share 'terrifying' symptom

A woman has detailed her symptoms after testing positive for the new Covid strain Stratus, with many people sharing their experiences of the new variant

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2 w. ago Woman says new Covid strain is 'worst I've ever had' as she shares scary symptom

A woman, who tested positive for Covid this month, said it was the 'worst it's ever been' as she experienced 'debilitating fatigue' with painful 'teeth and jaw' as Covid cases surge

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2 w. ago Unusual Covid symptom that many Brits overlook as new variant spreads rapidly

The new Covid strain, which has two variants - XFG and XFG. 3 - was first identified in January this year.

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2 w. ago Unusual Covid symptom that Brits are overlooking as new mutation sweeps UK

The UK is being ravaged by the Stratus variant of COVID, but as the new strain of the virus takes hold many Brits are being told to look out for a bizarre symptom of the disease

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2 w. ago The ‘unusual symptom’ of new Covid strain in the UK as infections rise

Those who are eligible are being urged by the UK Health Security Agency to book their vaccinations against flu, COVID-19 and RSV as cases are starting to increase ahead of the winter months

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2 w. ago Key sign you have new Covid variant and NOT flu as autumn 'tripledemic' alert issued

A new strain of Covid is on the rise in the UK and many Brits have been left puzzled on whether they have it, or whether it's the flu or a cold. Here's everything you need to know

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2 w. ago Covid expert's three key rules as new Stratus strain has 'peculiar symptoms'

The Stratus strain of Covid is spreading rapidly across the UK, with the XFG.3 variant accounting for a significant proportion of cases in England at the moment

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