2023-12-19 18:00:03
It is a reality that the Pirola variant is already present in Mexico although now the biggest doubt is about its danger and impact for the public health. To date, it is considered the most dangerous in the world due to its transmission, although it has not yet been proven that it is more deadly.
In this regard, the Ministry of Health (SSa) assured that the subvariante JN.1as it is actually called, does not represent a major risk for the public health. Therefore, he asked not to fall into false panic alerts. At the same time, he recalled that the initial preventive measures must be maintained.
In Mexico, as part of the National Epidemiological Surveillance System, the Institute of Epidemiological Diagnosis and Reference (InDRE), together with the National Institute of Genomic Medicine (Inmegen), the first case of this type was identified. It was reported on December 11 after the sequencing of 150 samples from Mexico City.
Pirola variant: List with the symptoms it causes
The constant circulation of virus SARS-CoV-2 It causes continuous changes over time and the appearance of new viral sublineages, which could cause greater circulation compared to other variants.
Through the Epidemiological Surveillance System for Viral Respiratory Disease (Sisver) and genomic surveillance, Mexico maintains monitoring of COVID-19 activity and the spread of infections. circulating variants, including JN.1.
So far, subvariant JN.1 of SARS-CoV-2 does not represent a major risk to public health
— SALUD México (@SSalud_mx) December 18, 2023
Monitoring the behavior of the COVID-19 epidemic curve In recent weeks it shows a decrease in cases from week 35, and stable behavior in positivity at virus SARS-CoV-2.
Main points of interest
The Pirola Variant, also known as JN.1, does not represent a public health problem because it has not been proven to be more deadly than others. The National Epidemiological Surveillance System detected the first case of this type in Mexico on December 11. To reduce risks, you should ventilate closed places, use respiratory etiquette, and wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that, as of December 2, 2023, the BA.2.86 subvariant and its descendant lineages, including JN.1, represented 17 percent of the sequences available in the Global Data Sharing Initiative Influenza Virus and SARS-CoV-2 Genomics (Gisaid).
The recent WHO risk assessment of the BA.2.86 variant suggests that the risk to public health is low, compared to other variants in circulation, based on the limited evidence available.
Main prevention measures to avoid contagion of respiratory diseases
In case of respiratory symptoms, stay home and wear a face mask to reduce the risk of contagion and stay well hydrated; If necessary, go to receive medical attention. If more serious symptoms occur, such as pain or difficulty breathing, uncontrolled fever, extreme fatigue, or oxygenation levels below 93 percent, seek urgent medical attention. Ventilate closed places. Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or forearm, not your hands, and wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Avoid sharing glasses and eating utensils. Clean frequently touched surfaces, such as door handles and mobile devices.
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