health
diciembre 18, 2025
¿Se acerca una nueva pandemia por la expansión de la variante H3N2?
La expansión de la variante H3N2 ha generado preocupación y sorpresa tanto en Europa como en América Latina, debido al aumento sostenido de casos en varias regiones.
TL;DR
- The H3N2 flu variant is causing concern due to its expansion in Europe and Latin America.
- Scotland reported 986 hospitalizations linked to respiratory infections in the first week of December.
- The Pan American Health Organization and World Health Organization noted increased cases in Europe, Asia, the US, Canada, and Mexico.
- Mexico confirmed one recovered case of H3N2 with outpatient treatment.
- Public Health Scotland indicated that H3N2 seasons are often associated with greater severity, particularly in the elderly.
- The WHO has not identified the variant as a pandemic risk but urges continued monitoring, vaccination, and preventive measures.