A formerly low-profile COVID variant is spreading fast. Here’s what to know

There's no sign the variant is more dangerous. But since it's different from prior versions, current vaccines may not be as ...

What to know about BA.3.2, the highly mutated COVID variant spreading through the world right now

Experts explain why this particular strain is more likely to overcome immunity from vaccination or previous infection.

New COVID variant in 25 states: ‘Cicada’

There’s a new COVID-19 variant circulating nationally and health officials fear the highly mutated “Cicada” could overcome ...

CDC Report Calls BA.3.2 COVID-19 Variant Dubbed ‘Cicada’ A New Lineage

A recent CDC MMWR report described the BA.3.2 SARS-CoV-2 variant, nicknamed "cicada," as a new lineage of COVD-19 virus. The ...

What you should know about the new COVID-19 'Cicada' variant

A new COVID-19 variant that some have dubbed the "Cicada" variant is quietly spreading across the globe, carrying an unusually high number of mutations that could help it slip past existing immunity, ...

Is your COVID shot effective against the new variant? Here’s what to know

The nickname “Cicada” reflects how the variant seemed to reemerge after a long lull.

COVID in Florida 6 years later: New variant, milder infections, fewer deaths

Six years ago this month, Florida schools and beaches closed, cruise ships reported their first COVID outbreaks, and shoppers ...

World Health Organization tracking new COVID variant, found in more than 20 states

While this strain hasn't contributed for a large number of new COVID cases across the United States, it has been found in ...