The new variant is sweeping across the UK with experts fearing cases could continue to rise.
People are being urged to understand the differences between the new Covid Pirola strain that's been found in the UK, and the common cold.
The Mirror reports that latest estimates show the number of Covid infections in the UK almost doubled over the last month. Dr Nick Phin, director of public health science at Public Health Scotland , said: “While we are not concerned about the current levels of Covid-19, the identification of BA.2.86 in Scotland means that we are now working with health boards to ensure those most vulnerable to illness are protected this winter.”
Common cold symptoms The NHS says that usually a cold goes away by itself without needing any medical attention.
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