Tag: Variant under surveillance
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Frankenstein Variant Explained: What XFG Stratus Means for Covid-19
The Frankenstein Label: What It Really Refers To In health reporting, a nickname travels fast, but official classification lags behind in caution. The so-called Frankenstein variant, officially named XFG and also known as Stratus by some outlets, has captured attention because it appears to be a recombination of multiple Omicron sublineages. The label “Frankenstein” reflects…