US Officials Monitor New COVID Variant, Leading to Booster Changes
Monday, May 26, 2025, 1:22 pm
Health authorities confirmed a new COVID variant that has prompted scrutiny over booster eligibility and symptom patterns. Although cases remain low, the finding reinforces the ongoing challenges of pandemic management and vaccine strategies.
As the international community closely monitors the global spread of Omicron variant NB.1.8.1, China announced on May 23 that it is the primary variant spreading in the country. On the same day, a World Health Organization advisory group classified NB.1.8.1 as a variant under monitoring, due to its…
The number of cases "has not met the threshold for inclusion in the COVID Data Tracker dashboard,' a CDC spokesperson said.
As the administration moves to limit COVID booster vaccines for some, here's what to know about the latest variant NB.1.8.1 and its symptoms.
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