The Government has issued an urgent update urging some Brits to wear face masks as the 'American Covid' variant spreads across the country.
Guidance issued amid variant spread
The advice was announced on Thursday, October 8, 2026, as health officials monitor the rapid transmission of the variant. The update specifically targets certain groups of the population, though full details of who is affected are yet to be confirmed.
Further updates expected
Officials indicated that more information will follow shortly, as the situation develops. The move comes as the variant, referred to as 'American Covid', continues to circulate widely.
