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Imported SARS-CoV-2 Variant P.1 in Traveler Returning from Brazil to Italy.

ABSTRACT: We report an imported case of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) variant P.1 detected in an asymptomatic traveler who arrived in Italy on an indirect flight from Brazil. This case shows the risk for introduction of SARS-CoV-2 variants from indirect flights and the need for continued SARS-CoV-2 surveillance.

SUBMITTER: Maggi F

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8007292 | biostudies-literature |

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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