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New COVID Variant Cicada (BA.3.2) may be affecting children the most, experts say

The COVID-19 subvariant BA.3.2, nicknamed Cicada, spread internationally, reaching 23 countries and appearing in wastewater across 25 U.S. states. While not a dominant strain in the United States, it has contributed to a notable share of infections in parts of Europe. Early studies indicate it may infect children more efficiently.

3 Apr 2026 12:58 am