Sixth wave of COVID-19 may hit Pakistan, fear health experts

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Sixth wave of COVID-19 may hit Pakistan, fear health experts​

A new fast-spreading variant — BA.5 — had been reported in Pakistan, including Karachi, and now it is being locally transmitted, says Dr Saeed Khan​

By Web Desk
June 22, 2022

A woman wearing mask pillion rides with a man amid several other motorcycles on a road. Photo: Geo.tv/ file
KARACHI: In view of the recent spike in COVID-19 cases across the country, the health experts on Tuesday warned that the surge in new infections my turned into the sixth wave of the pandemic.
The medical experts urged the people to wear face masks and maintain social distancing to prevent themselves from the deadly virus.

The people who currently contracted the virus are showing mild symptoms, the doctors said, adding that the situation could turn out of control if the people do not take preventive measures.
As per the statistics, with 340 positive cases, Karachi has become the most affected city in the province. The officials from the health department said that the port city recorded 10.69% positivity rate in the last seven days.

Sixth wave of COVID-19 may hit Pakistan, fear health experts

KARACHI: In view of the recent spike in COVID-19 cases across the country, the health experts on Tuesday warned that the surge in new infections my turned into the sixth wave of the pandemic.The...

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