New Covid-19 wave possible following surge in detections
Saturday 31 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story RNZ, ABC News, Michael Baker
Epidemiologist Michael Baker warns that a new wave of Covid-19 could arrive in New Zealand. This follows a sudden increase in detections and the emergence of the NB.1.8.1 subvariant, which is thought to be more infectious and is becoming dominant in several countries.