""This Cicada variant may be increasing just in time for what for COVID is more of a summer hit," said Dr. Neil Silverman, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of COVID's seasonal patterns."
"Dr. Peter Chin-Hong remarked, 'Cicada is a different kind of variant that's increasing. It looks so different from the other ones that have been circling since JN.1 came on board.'"
The BA.3.2 strain, known as 'Cicada', is emerging in California, raising alarms about rising COVID-19 cases, particularly among seniors. Vaccination rates among the elderly are concerning, as complacency may have left them vulnerable. Unlike previous years, COVID has become more prevalent in summer, with recent data showing summer peaks surpassing winter peaks. Experts note that the Cicada variant is significantly different from earlier strains and can evade immunity from past infections or vaccinations, prompting increased vigilance among health officials.
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