India is witnessing a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, with active infections exceeding 5,000. The new variant NB.1.8.1, first identified in January, is primarily responsible for the uptick, and it has also spread to countries like the UK, USA, and Australia, where it is becoming dominant. As of now, the variant has been declared under monitoring by WHO due to its genetic changes which may impact the virus's behavior. In addition, a second variant, LF.7, is present in smaller numbers in India.
The emergence of the new variant NB.1.8.1 highlights the ongoing evolution of COVID-19 as countries face new waves of infection despite ongoing health measures.
As the NB.1.8.1 variant becomes dominant in regions like China and Hong Kong, it underscores the global impact of emerging COVID variants on health systems.
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