COVID cases started increasing again! Know from FAQ how dangerous BA.2.86 and RF.5 variants are and how to prevent them

Andhra Pradesh has once again seen an increase in COVID-19 cases. According to the Health Department, currently 32 active cases have been registered in the state. During investigation, new Omicron sub-variants named BA.2.86 (Pirola) and RF.5 have also been found. Experts say that BA.2.86 and RF.5 are new variants of the Omicron family, which can spread as fast as the earlier variants.

In this, symptoms like body ache, headache, fatigue, hoarseness of voice can be seen. However, so far no concrete evidence has been found that they cause more serious diseases than before.