UK says it has identified two cases of new Covid-19 variant imported from SA
The health department says a new mutation of the coronavirus might be responsible for a recent surge in infections in SA
23 December 2020 - 17:58
London — Britain has detected a new variant of the coronavirus in contacts of cases who have travelled from SA, health secretary Matt Hancock said on Wednesday.
The health department said last week that a new genetic mutation of the virus had been found and might be responsible for a recent surge in infections in SA...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.