Thu Sep 19 08:26:59 UTC 2024: ## Australia to Offer Two New COVID-19 Vaccines Targeting Omicron Variants

**Sydney, Australia** – Australians may soon have access to two new COVID-19 vaccines specifically designed to combat the Omicron variants currently circulating, according to SBS News.

While earlier vaccines focused on the original SARS-CoV-2 strain, these updated vaccines will provide protection against the highly transmissible Omicron variants, including BA.1, BA.4/5, XBB.1.5, and JN.1.

This news comes as a new Omicron subvariant, known as XEC, is gaining traction globally.

The new vaccines, which are still under development, are anticipated to enhance protection against these rapidly evolving strains and help curb the spread of COVID-19. However, specifics regarding the vaccines’ availability and rollout schedule have yet to be announced.

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