Experts Warn of Potential New COVID-19 Wave in Hong Kong

専門家が香港での新たな新型コロナウイルス感染拡大の可能性を警告

As of late March 2026, health experts in Hong Kong are cautioning the public about a potential new wave of COVID-19.

2026年3月下旬の時点で、香港の保健専門家は、新型コロナウイルス（COVID-19）の新た[あらた]な流行の波に対して警鐘を鳴らしています。

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Professor Ivan Hung Fan-ngai from the University of Hong Kong warns that despite currently low activity, the city's history of cyclical outbreaks suggests a surge could be imminent.

香港大学のアイバン・ハン・ファンガイ教授は、現在の感染状況は落ち着いているものの、同市の周期的な流行の歴史から見て、感染急増が間近に迫っている可能性があるとし、注意を促しています。

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Since 2023, Hong Kong has seen a pattern of peaks every six to nine months.

2023年以降、香港では6か月から9か月ごとに関染のピークが確認されており、2025年の最後の大きな流行から8か月が経過しているため、当局は警戒を継続するよう勧告しています。

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Currently, the NB.1.8.1 variant dominates, though there is no evidence that it is more dangerous than previous strains.

保健当局は、COVID-19を季節性インフルエンザと同じような風土病であると位置づけています。

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Health authorities characterize COVID-19 as an endemic reality, similar to the seasonal flu.

対策として、政府は高齢者や慢性疾患を持つ人々など、重症化リスクの高いグループに対してワクチン接種を推奨しています。

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To prepare, the government emphasizes vaccination for high-risk groups, including older adults and those with chronic conditions.

また、頻繁な手洗いや混雑した場所でのマスク着用といった個人的な衛生管理は依然として重要です。

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Personal hygiene, such as frequent handwashing and wearing masks in crowded areas, remains essential.

対策の長期化で住民に疲弊感が広がっている可能性もありますが、専門家は油断が最大のリスクであると指摘しています。

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Why do experts believe a new COVID-19 wave might be coming to Hong Kong?

Recent data from the Centre for Health Protection shows a massive spike in current cases.

The city follows a pattern of cyclical outbreaks every six to nine months, and it has been eight months since the last peak.

The NB.1.8.1 variant is significantly more transmissible than previous versions.

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The city follows a pattern of cyclical outbreaks every six to nine months, and it has been eight months since the last peak.

Which groups are specifically encouraged to keep their vaccinations current?

Children under the age of 12 and university students.

High-risk groups, including older adults, the immunocompromised, and those with chronic medical conditions.

Only healthcare workers and essential service employees.

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High-risk groups, including older adults, the immunocompromised, and those with chronic medical conditions.

What is the status of the NB.1.8.1 variant according to health authorities?

It has been officially eradicated from the local population.

It is proven to cause much more severe disease than previous Omicron strains.

It is the dominant circulating strain, but there is no evidence it is more severe or transmissible than earlier variants.

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It is the dominant circulating strain, but there is no evidence it is more severe or transmissible than earlier variants.

How does the article characterize the nature of COVID-19 in Hong Kong now?

As a virus that has completely disappeared from the community.

As an emergency crisis that requires immediate, strict lockdowns.

As an endemic reality that requires periodic management similar to the flu.

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As an endemic reality that requires periodic management similar to the flu.

What public health measures are recommended to combat the potential surge?

Complete isolation from society and avoiding all forms of public transport.

Discontinuing the use of masks entirely to prevent fatigue.

Maintaining good hygiene, ensuring indoor ventilation, and wearing masks in public.

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Maintaining good hygiene, ensuring indoor ventilation, and wearing masks in public.

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