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

專家警告香港可能出現新一波新冠疫情

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

截至2026年3月下旬，香港的衛生專家警告大眾，新冠肺炎（COVID-19）恐將出現新一波疫情。

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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.

香港大學的孔繁毅（ㄎㄨㄥˇ ㄈㄢˊ ㄧˋ）教授警告，儘管目前疫情活躍度較低，但香港過去週期性（ㄓㄡㄑㄧˊ ㄒㄧㄥˋ）爆發的歷史顯示，疫情可能即將捲土重來。

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

自2023年以來，香港每隔六至九個月就會出現一次疫情高峰。

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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.

目前，NB.1.8.1變異株佔主導地位，但沒有證據顯示它比之前的病毒株更危險。

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

衛生當局將新冠肺炎定性為地方性（ㄉㄧˋ ㄈㄤㄒㄧㄥˋ）流行疾病，類似於季節性流感。

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

為了做好準備，政府強調高風險群體應接種疫苗，包括老年人及患有慢性疾病的患者。

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

個人衛生習慣，如勤洗手和在擁擠地區佩戴口罩，仍然至關重要。

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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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