A new Covid variant, XEC, is spreading rapidly worldwide. First detected in Germany in June, it has now been identified in 15 countries across three continents. Experts predict it will become the dominant strain. Symptoms include high temperature, continuous cough, loss of smell or taste, and fatigue. Precautions include vaccination, wearing masks, and maintaining hygiene. A new Covid variant, XEC, is spreading rapidly worldwide. First detected in Germany in June, it has now been identified in 15 countries across three continents. Experts predict it will become the dominant strain. Symptoms include high temperature, continuous cough, loss of smell or taste, and fatigue. Precautions include vaccination, wearing masks, and maintaining hygiene. Economic Times