‘Razor blade throat’: As summer heats up, COVID levels rise and some report unpleasant symptom

As you prepare for summer vacation, road trips and long weekends at the beach, you might consider packing an old — but hopefully not expired — COVID test. Along with the temperature, the virus is once again on the rise.

The newest variant, NB.1.8.1, also known as Nimbus, is now widespread in California and across the United States. The new variant comes with increased transmissibility, and some are reporting an unpleasant symptom: “razor blade throat,” or a severe sore throat.

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