Timely testing is necessary for prompt medical care, early isolation, and reducing the spread of COVID amid new variant outbreaks

及时检测对于在新变种爆发期间提供及时的医疗护理、早期隔离和减少新冠传播是必要的。

In view of rising COVID-19 cases, testing has surged by 70%, with 25–30% of those tested now confirmed positive. This surge reflects growing public awareness and willingness to get tested, especially as people no longer let fear hold them back from seeking help. Earlier, a large number of people avoided testing due to stigma or inconvenience, but increased understanding of COVID risks has led to this encouraging rise.

鉴于新冠肺炎病例的增加，检测量激增了70%，其中25%-30%的受检者呈阳性。这一增长反映了公众意识的提高和进行检测的意愿增强，特别是人们不再因恐惧而回避寻求帮助。此前，大量人员因病耻感或不便而回避检测，但对新冠风险认识的提高促成了这一可喜的变化。

Those detected with Covid-19 infection should follow the expert’s guidelines. And prevent the infection by adhering to the Covid protocol of masking, hand sanitizing, and social distancing..

那些被检测出感染新冠病毒的人应该遵循专家的指导方针。并通过坚持佩戴口罩、手部消毒和保持社交距离的新冠协议来防止感染。

The Covid-19 curve still refuses to flatten in the country, and the cases are commonly seen in people of all age groups.  The three emerging variants are JN.1, NB.1.8.1, and LF.7 are showing symptoms similar to the previous strain, mainly Omicron. The common symptoms are sore throat, fatigue, mild fever, cough, and occasional stomach upset or poor appetite.

新冠疫情在该国仍然没有出现平缓的迹象，所有年龄段的人都普遍出现病例。三种新兴变异株JN.1、NB.1.8.1和LF.7表现出与之前毒株（主要是奥密克戎）相似的症状。常见症状包括喉咙痛、疲劳、低烧、咳嗽，以及偶尔的胃部不适或食欲不振。

Moreover, loss of taste and smell is less common this time, but persistent cold-like symptoms will need timely attention. Initiate treatment without any delay for prompt recovery..

此外，这次味觉和嗅觉丧失的情况较少，但持续的感冒症状需要及时关注。立即开始治疗，不要延误，以便迅速康复。

Dr. Pranav Gupta, Consultant and Head, Molecular Biology Apollo Diagnostic Delhi said,

德里阿波罗诊断分子生物学顾问兼主管普拉纳夫·古普塔博士表示，

“Over approximately last 2-3 months, we are witnessing a spike in Reverse Transcription-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) testing by 70%, with 25–30% of samples testing positive. The rise in testing is a positive shift as people are now choosing awareness over fear. These new JN.1, NB.1.8.1, and LF.7 variants may present with mild flu-like symptoms, but without timely testing and patient isolation, they can spread rapidly and infect more number of people.

“在大约过去的两到三个月里，我们目睹了反转录聚合酶链反应（RT-PCR）检测增加了70%，其中25%-30%的样本呈阳性。检测的增加是一个积极的转变，因为人们现在选择增强意识而不是恐惧。这些新的JN.1、NB.1.8.1和LF.7变种可能表现为轻微的流感样症状，但如果不及时进行检测和隔离患者，它们可能会迅速传播并感染更多的人。

Timely testing is crucial as it allows prompt intervention and improves one’s overall well-being.”.

及时检测至关重要，因为它能及时干预并改善一个人的整体健康状况。

Dr. Gupta Added,

古普塔博士补充道，

“Even though a majority of people are vaccinated, it is necessary to take Covid-appropriate measures. Ensure to wear masks in crowded places, maintain good hand hygiene, and take vaccination and booster doses, avoid being around sick people, and report the symptoms to the doctor without any delay. Likewise, disinfect frequently touched surfaces such as door knobs, handles and furniture.  It is imperative for each and every one to take utmost care of their health and prevent Covid-19 infection.”.

“尽管大多数人已经接种了疫苗，但仍然有必要采取适当的新冠防疫措施。确保在拥挤的地方戴口罩，保持良好的手部卫生，接种疫苗和加强针，避免接触病人，并且一旦出现症状立即向医生报告。同样，要经常消毒常接触的表面，例如门把手、把手和家具。每个人都必须非常注意自己的健康，预防新冠病毒感染。”