Is Lockdown Coming Back? New COVID Variant Explained | Ft. Pragati | Jist

Is the new COVID variant “Cicada” (BA.3.2) a real threat? First detected in South Africa in 2024, this highly mutated variant has now spread to over 22–23 countries worldwide, including the United States. In the US, cases have been identified through travelers, clinical samples, and even wastewater surveillance across more than 25 states, although it still makes up a very small percentage of total cases. With nearly 70–75 mutations, experts are closely monitoring this variant for its potential to spread faster and partially evade immunity. But does it cause more severe illness? Will vaccines still work? And is lockdown coming back? Watch this video for a simple, fact-based explanation of the Cicada variant, its symptoms, risks, and global impact, without panic. #NewVariant #CicadaVariant #BA32 #COVIDUpdate #Pandemic #Lockdown #COVIDNews #Omicron #HealthUpdate #Virus #BreakingNews #Explained #StaySafe #GlobalNews