The new variant of coronavirus ‘XBB’ detected in Nepal. The sub-variant omicron ‘XBB’ was discovered during the genomic sequencing of coronavirus infected patients from around the country from August 21 to October 10. The sample examination was carried out at the National Public Health Laboratory.
According to Dr Sameer Kumar Adhikari, joint-spokesperson for the Ministry of Health and Population, a sub-variant of Omicron ‘XBB’ has been detected in Nepal.
Meanwhile, the Ministry has urged everyone to maintain proper health precautions because coronavirus infection may increase during festivals like Tihar and Chhath.
It has also asked that people wear face masks, keep a safe distance, and wash their hands with soap on a regular basis.
On average, 50 new instances of COVID-19 are discovered each day.
