COVID-19 Resurgence in 2025: Global Trends and the Rise of the JN.1 Variant

COVID-19 Resurgence in 2025: Global Trends and the Rise of the JN.1 Variant As of May 2025, the world is once again grappling with a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, largely driven by the emergence of the JN.1 variant. Although this wave is not as severe as earlier ones in terms of hospitalizations and deaths, the rapid transmissibility of the new subvariant has raised alarms among global health authorities. 🌍 Global Overview Southeast Asia Singapore has seen a significant spike in weekly infections, jumping from 11,100 to 14,200 within a short span. Hospitalizations have also increased, although ICU admissions remain manageable. The government has urged citizens to wear masks in crowded places and reintroduced health advisories in schools and hospitals. Thailand has reported a drastic rise in daily cases, surging from 6,000 to over 33,000, signaling a strong community transmission wave. This has overwhelmed some local hospitals, especially in Bangkok, prompting temporary ...