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The Delta variant of COVID-19, first reported in India, is contributing to a rapid rise in Covid cases in various parts of Asia including Pakistan. It has been described as the “most transmissible of the variants identified so far” by the WHO.

Following Eid, Adnan Siddiqui and Zarnish Khan also announced that they had tested positive for the virus. Actor Ushna Shah is the latest celebrity who recently announced that she has tested positive for Covid-19 despite being vaccinated.

The Bashar Momin actor took to social media to inform her followers and friends about the unpleasant news.

 

 

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“Even with the two mandatory doses of the vaccine, I have tested positive for Covid-19,” Ushna wrote in the post.

“I am a relatively healthy person with a strong immune system but the bug got through, and the symptoms are extremely unpleasant. I shudder to think what would have happened had I not been vaccinated. I urge everyone to wear masks, get vaccinated and take all necessary precautions to protect themselves! Covid-19 is not a joke and the Delta variant is certainly not to be taken lightly,” she added.

The actor also apologised to those she has been in physical association with lately.

“To those I met recently, I vehemently apologise. I assumed it was just a viral – It wasn’t until the fever became unbearable and I lost my sense of smell that I thought to get tested,” she wrote stressing that she is sorry.

“I am so sorry,” she emphasised.

The Delta variant must not be taken lightly as violating the SOPs can make matters worse. “Government hospitals have reached saturation point, something not witnessed during previous waves, and even some private hospitals are refusing patients,” said Dr Qaiser Sajjad, secretary-general of the Pakistan Medical Association.

We request everyone to stay safe and mask up and wish Ushna Shah and all those affected by the virus good health and a speedy recovery!