As the summer heat persists, so does the upward trend in COVID-19 hospitalizations. Adding to the challenges, a new variant has swiftly taken center stage in the fight against the virus – EG.5. This latest development is causing concerns among health experts and the public alike, but let’s take a closer look at what EG.5 entails and how it’s impacting the ongoing battle against COVID-19.

EG.5, affectionately dubbed “Eris” by the vigilant COVID trackers, has surged to prominence, currently accounting for a significant 17% of all COVID infections in the United States, according to the latest estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This represents a sharp increase from the previous weeks.

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