The new omicron subvariant XBB.1.16 is increasing in the U.S., according to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The CDC added the subvariant to its tracker on Friday, reporting that it was responsible for more than 7% of new coronavirus infections this week. That’s up from 4% the previous week.
“The virus that causes COVID-19 is constantly changing, with new lineages emerging and then spreading or disappearing,” the CDC said in its COVID-19 data tracker weekly review. “XBB.1.5 became the dominant lineage over the past few months, but it is now starting to wane as other lineages rise.
Newer lineages like XBB.1.9.2 and XBB.1.16, both close relatives of XBB.1.5, are starting to rise and could displace XBB.1.5.
At this time, the best ways to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 remain the same, regardless of which lineage causes infection. CDC will keep a close watch on these changes and continue to communicate about their potential impact.”
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