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Mya Bollan

What is XE Covid? Two types of Omicron mutate into new strain as scientists monitor closely

A new mutant strain of Covid is being monitored, according to scientists.

It comes as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) revealed that a total of 637 cases of the so-called XE variant - a blend of two Omicron strains - have been identified.

First discovered on January 19 this year, scientists are keeping a watchful eye on the mutation to see how it develops, reports Wales Online.

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