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Mystery China virus outbreak spreads with huge rise in 'mutant' strain cases
- A mysterious influenza outbreak linked to the A(H3N2) strain in China has spread to Russia, with cases rising by about 20%.
- Russia reports over 23,400 flu cases with A(H3N2) as the dominant strain in samples.
- The first Russian A(H3N2) case is believed to have appeared in October, with a wide geographic spread noted.
- Russian health officials say case numbers align with seasonal indicators even as the trend rises.
- Ukraine authorities are monitoring COVID-19 increases alongside influenza activity.
- China continues to face rising influenza infections across major cities and provinces.
- UK reports cases of the A(H3N2) strain, dubbed the ‘superflu’ by health authorities.
- Health experts caution that H3N2 changes regularly and may differ from the seasonal vaccine.
- Alibaba Health data show a 500% surge in flu antiviral purchases between November 10–21.
- Public health officials urge ongoing surveillance and vaccination to curb spread as the situation develops.
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