What is the current flu activity level in China as of February 10, 2026?

China's flu activity has declined significantly over the past two months and is currently at a low level.

Which flu strain is most dominant in China?

The H3N2 subtype of influenza A remains the dominant strain circulating in China.

Are other respiratory virus rates also decreasing in China?

Yes, the positivity rate for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is declining, and rates for other monitored pathogens, including novel coronavirus, are generally low.

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China Flu Cases Plummet, Officials Report

10 Feb

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Summary

China's flu activity has significantly decreased over two months.
H3N2 remains the dominant flu strain circulating.
Rates for RSV are falling, while rhinovirus fluctuates.

Flu activity in China has been on a downward trend for the last two months, reaching a low level as of February 10, 2026. Positivity rates at sentinel hospitals, reported cases, and infection clusters have all decreased. The H3N2 subtype of influenza A continues to be the predominant strain. Concurrently, the proportion of the Victoria lineage of influenza B has shown a slow increase.

Furthermore, positivity rates for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are declining. Rhinovirus rates have shown fluctuations within a stable range. Positivity rates for other monitored respiratory pathogens, including the novel coronavirus, generally remain low, indicating a broader decrease in respiratory illness circulation.

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