Delta strain of Covid-19

Posted By Suborna Fermi Posted on Nov 08, 2021

Delta strain is twice as contagious than the alpha variant. This Delta strain rapidly spreads between people more efficiently than the Alpha strain. The alpha variant was first detected around december,2019. The Alfa strain first appeared in Great Britain, beta strain first appeared in South Africa, and the Gamma strain first surfaced in Brazil. The Delta strain of covid 19 was first detected in december 2021 in India. Delta swept through India to Great Britain before the U.S.

There are a number of factors that increase transmission in the world. People who are not vaccinated are more at risk. Here are some things you should know about the delta strain of covid 19.

7 facts to know about Delta strain of Covid-19

• The Delta strain mostly affects people who are not vaccinated. The higher delta cases are happening in areas with lower vaccination rates.
• Delta strain is more dangerous than the other virus strain. It is more likely to spread between people.
• A vaccinated person can get this strain of virus. Most of them had no symptoms or had very mild symptoms that are more like a common fever such as cough, headache, loss of smell, etc. These kinds of cases are rare, but do happen.
• The Delta virus is more damaging in the lower vaccinated areas, where covid 19 vaccines are accessible.
• You have to get fully vaccinated to protect yourself from this virus.
• Apart from this variant, in South America Labda variant is also emerging. To stop spreading this strain, a huge number of people need to get vaccinated.
• Health experts also suggest that even if you are fully vaccinated against covid 19, you still need to wear masks. Avoid large gatherings and wear masks indoors where other’s vaccination status is unknown.

However, the best we can do is take precautions beforehand. Follow the guideline to prevent yourself from covid 19. Taking all those precautions will reduce the possibility of getting infected. We all know that vaccines can prevent us from any type of disease. So get vaccinated, when it’s your turn.