New COVID-19 variant PJ.2.1 spreading: Symptoms, risks and what we know so far
· Cairo time

A new COVID-19 variant called PJ.2.1 has been identified. The variant, which was first detected in Canada in May 2026, has been reported to be spreading across continents. The World Health Organization (WHO) says it is closely monitoring the variant because of its growing geographical spread. Its arrival has raised familiar questions about how dangerous it is and whether another wave is coming.What it isA study published in the Journal of…



