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The Times of India
The Times of India
National
Prithvijit Mitra | TNN

New Covid variant may be weak, say experts in Kolkata

KOLKATA: The Covid surge sweeping across Europe and east Asia could reach India by end-May but with a lower mortality rate than Omicron despite high virulence, felt experts in Kolkata.

While a large number could again be affected, the infection is likely to be even milder than the third wave, or just a benign spell of cough and cold. But the elderly and those with a compromised immunity need to be cautious and ensure that they get a third booster shot before the wave strikes, they warned.

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