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Covid-19: These Are Most Likely Symptoms Of New Pirola Variant Spreading In US
The most likely symptoms of a new COVID-19 variant with around 30 mutations are expected to be similar to the highly contagious Omicron strain based on reports so far.
COVID-related hospitalizations have increased in the US for six straight weeks, with a 19-percent increase reported in the most recent week, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The BA.2.86 strain, known as Pirola, has now been identified in five states: New York, Texas, Michigan, Virginia, and Ohio.
The strain was first detected in Israel around Sunday, Aug. 20, and cases have also been identif…
Born To Be Mild: Boston Named Among Safest Cities For Motorcyclists, Study Says
Motorcycles have a reputation for being dangerous, but some cities reject that characterization with strong track records for safety, according to Forbes.
There have been 55,166 motorcycle-related deaths in the last decade, a new study from Forbes said, but some cities claim a higher percentage of those fatalities than others.
Boston was named the ninth out of 10 cities with the best track records for motorcycle safety, with 6.53 motorcycle fatalities per 100,00 residents in the last decade.
The Lone Star State claimed the top two spots in the ranking, with Frisco, Texas at nu…
