A New Coronavirus Variant Is Spreading in New York, Researchers Report Gotham Rex 5 years ago The variant contains a mutation thought to help the virus dodge the immune system, scientists said. Source: New York Times Share: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Coronavirus Update New York City: Concern over new COVID variant found in NYC areaDateFebruary 26, 2021In relation toNew York CityAs Delta Variant Spreads, Coronavirus Cases in NYC RiseDateJuly 15, 2021In relation toCoronavirus (2019-nCoV)NYC Tries New Approach: Vaccine Mandate for Private SectorDateDecember 27, 2021In relation toCoronavirus (2019-nCoV)