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New 'FLiRT' variant of COVID is "very similar" to severe seasonal allergies

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It's time now for Ask An Expert. Every weekday at 9:20 am on KCBS, we're giving you direct access to top experts in various fields.

Today: Experts are keeping an eye on one type of flirting you don't want... to end in a date with a doctor.

Two new COVID variants called "FLiRT" are spreading in the US, just as the weather begins to warm and summer fun is on the horizon.

To answer your questions and more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with Dr. Peter Chin-Hong, Infectious Disease Specialist at UCSF. 

If you have a question you would like answered please email us at: AskUs@KCBSRadio.com.

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