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Beta variant from South Africa spreading fast - Health DG
Based on the latest data, the Health Ministry believes that the Covid-19 variant B.1.351 is spreading fast in the community.
Also known as the Beta variant, 89 such cases have been detected in nine states and one federal territory as of May 31.
The variant, first detected in South Africa, is known to be more...
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