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

Muhammad Kamran; Muhammad Noman; Afreenish Amir; Faheem Ullah; Asma Balqees; Hira Tariq; Maryam Aftab; Naseer Ali Shah

doi:10.35787/jimdc.v12i4.1095

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.