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We are now in a summer pattern, with low numbers of all viruses. SARS-CoV-2 is making a small resurgence (data not shown in this report).
Read MoreThe burden of illness from SARS-CoV-2, as assessed by inpatient admissions, has fallen from the peaks in July and August.
Read MoreTest numbers have dipped, as we are no longer routinely testing adults for RSV. A diversity of other viruses are circulating in the Waikato, including some RSV.
Read MoreRSV is still circulating. SARS-CoV-2 is stable at lower levels. Rhinoviruses are the third most prevalent group, followed by Metapneumovirus and the Adenoviruses.
Read MoreRSV and Rhinovirus continue to circulate in the Waikato.
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