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Nimbus Variant Becomes Second-Most Common COVID-19 Strain in the US

  • The WHO designated the Covid variant NB.1.8.1 as a Variant Under Monitoring on May 23, 2025, with detections in at least 22 countries including the UK.
  • NB.1.8.1 emerged in January 2025 as an offspring of the Omicron variant and has spread rapidly, increasing from 3.7% to 33.3% in sequencing samples within five weeks.
  • Health authorities note NB.1.8.1 shows no evidence of causing more severe disease and report its symptoms align with previous Omicron strains including sore throat and fatigue.
  • The WHO states that current Covid vaccines remain effective against NB.1.8.1 and advises countries to remain vigilant without imposing travel restrictions.
  • The UK spring 2025 booster programme continues until June 17, with public guidance to limit contact if symptomatic, reflecting efforts to mitigate spread amid rising cases including NB.1.8.1.
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Christian Lehmann is a doctor and writer. For “Libération”, he chronicles a society affected by health and public service crises.

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