An increase in cases of Covid-19 infection is being recorded again in China. In recent weeks, coronavirus has become the fastest-spreading respiratory infection, overtaking influenza for the first time in 2026. But Chinese officials say that most infected patients have mild symptoms. Also, the current wave of infection is much weaker than last year.
How many cases of Corona were reported in China?
According to China’s Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the positivity rate of Covid-19 tests between July 13 and 19 was 16.3%. This is 4.3 percentage points more than last week. At the same time, the positivity rate of flu was recorded at 12.6% during the same period. This is less than last week. 79,000 new Covid-19 cases were reported in China in June 2026. Of these, 130 patients were serious. During this period one patient died.
Which variant is spreading in China?
According to China’s Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the Omicron NB.1.8.1 variant is currently spread in China. Its infection capacity is medium level. At present, no other variant has been found that poses a greater risk to public health.
Is there any need to be afraid?
In view of the increasing cases of Covid-19 in China, experts say that there is no need to panic at the moment. Mild symptoms like fever and sore throat have been found in most of the patients. Infected patients are recovering within 5 to 7 days. There has been no unusual increase in serious cases and deaths. The current infection rate is weaker than the 2025 wave.
CDC advised them to be cautious
However, China’s Center for Disease Control and Prevention has advised the elderly, pregnant women, small children, people with weak immunity and those suffering from serious diseases to be cautious about Covid-19 infection. Instructions have been given to wear masks in public places and hospitals. An appeal has also been made to take booster dose of the vaccine based on need.
Why did cases start increasing even in summer?
Earlier the cases of Covid-19 and flu mainly increased in winter, but now the infection is spreading in summer also. The main reason for this is that due to intense heat, people stay in closed rooms with air conditioners for a long time, which creates a favorable environment for the spread of the virus. Apart from this, the risk of spreading the infection also increases due to increased travel during summer holidays.
What is the situation of Corona in India?
The situation is currently normal in India amid the increase in Covid-19 cases in China. According to the Union Health Ministry, the number of active Covid-19 patients in the country is very low. Although sporadic cases have been reported in Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal and some other states in recent times, most of the infected have mild symptoms. There is no sign of any major danger. In view of the increasing cases in China, health agencies are also continuously monitoring the situation.
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