Concerns About the New COVID-19 Variant Stratus in Europe
July 4, 2025
The new COVID-19 variant Stratus is causing concern in Europe as its spread accelerates in the UK. It now accounts for about 40% of new cases in England. Experts believe that Stratus may be more transmissible than previous variants, raising fears of a new wave of infections. Significant mutations in the variant allow it to effectively evade immune responses.