COVID Variant JN.1: Stay Cautious, Not Panicked Says Ex-WHO Scientist on New COVID Variant

Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist at the World Health Organization, urges calm regarding the new COVID variant JN.1. While advising continued vigilance, she stresses that current data doesn't indicate increased severity or mortality compared to other Omicron strains. She recommends maintaining familiar preventive measures like masking and hand hygiene.