Summer might be winding down, but COVID-19 is making a comeback—and there’s a new variant in the spotlight. The KP.3.1.1 strain, a descendent of Omicron, now accounts for over 31% of U.S. cases, according to the CDC. Talk about a plot twist!
Hospitalizations and ER visits are rising, particularly among older adults and kids under 2. While the numbers aren’t at pandemic peaks, experts say it’s a clear reminder: COVID hasn’t left the group chat.
What’s Driving the Surge?
KP.3.1.1 is part of the JN.1 family of variants, which have been evolving faster than TikTok trends. CDC data shows its prevalence nearly doubled in two weeks, outpacing other strains. Meanwhile, test positivity rates are climbing nationwide—a sign the virus is spreading stealthily.
Vaccines Still Key
The CDC is urging everyone to prep for fall’s updated COVID vaccines, designed to tackle current variants. ‘These shots are your best armor against severe illness,’ officials say. The rollout is expected just in time for flu season—so mark your calendars!
Stay tuned for updates, and keep those masks handy. This virus? Definitely not ghosting us yet.
While the numbers aren’t at pandemic peaks, experts say it’s a clear reminder: COVID hasn’t left the group chat.
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