Epidemiological Review on JN-1 Variant of COVID-19: An Emerging Global Threat

Authors

  • Muhammad Kamran Department of Biosciences, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan & Department of Allied Health Sciences, Islamabad Medical and Dental College, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Muhammad Noman Department of Biosciences, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Afreenish Amir National Fungal Surveillance Project, National Institute of Health, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Faheem Ullah Department of Biological Sciences, National University of Medical Sciences, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
  • Asma Balqees Department of Allied Health Sciences, Islamabad Medical & Dental College, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Hira Tariq Department of Allied Health Sciences, Islamabad Medical & Dental College, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Maryam Aftab Department of Biosciences, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Naseer Ali Shah Department of Biosciences, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35787/jimdc.v12i4.1095

Keywords:

Covid-19, JN.1 Variant, Epidemiology, Prevalence, Public Health

Abstract

The emergence of the Omicron variant, also known as the JN 1 COVID-19 variant, has raised concerns worldwide. This review aims to comprehensively assess the influence, prevalence, and characteristics of the JN-1 variant. It includes a wide range of studies that investigate the effectiveness of vaccines, genetic factors, hospitalizations, and clinical outcomes associated with this variant. The pathophysiology of the JN 1 variant, which could have implications for clinical management and public health, is also discussed. The review addresses the recent increase in cases of the JN-1 variant in Asia and other heavily impacted regions, providing epidemiological evidence. The findings of this review article contribute to a better understanding of the JN-1 variant and its implications for global health.

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Published

17-01-2024

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Review Articles