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Jul 12, 2026 · Industry Insights

COVID-19 Still Surging in 2026: Data, Seasonal Oscillation, and Booster Guidance

Despite common belief that the pandemic is over, China's June 2026 CDC report shows a rising COVID-19 case count, a low‑severity profile of the NB.1.8.1 strain, and a detailed analysis of immunity decay that informs when and for whom booster shots are truly beneficial.