Does the new COVID variant bring a new set of symptoms and treatments?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reportedly spotted new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 through its airport screening program earlier in May, which is being traced to a large surge in China .

Here's what you and your family need to know about symptoms related to the new COVID variant.

Has new COVID variant spread to California?

Yes, the new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 has been detected in California.

Scientists at the Stanford Clinical Virology Laboratory confirmed California's first known infection on April 17, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

In an email to CalMatters, the California Department of Public Health wrote: “COVID-19 continues to circulate in Calif

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