This year’s humid and unpredictable weather around the world has fostered conditions that potentially enable the spread of various viruses. On the “Health 1+1” program, Rong Shu, director of Dr. Rong TCM Clinic in the UK, covered recent trends in COVID-19, group A streptococcus, and flu. Rong also explained how humid weather can increase susceptibility to certain illnesses and shared practical self-care tips for prevention.
COVID-19
While indicators like the COVID-19 test positivity rate have declined from earlier peaks, its activity remains high, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.COVID-19 thrives in cold, damp weather and does not fare well in hot, dry conditions, as its survival is negatively impacted by high temperatures and low relative humidity, Rong said. This year’s climate has been particularly humid, with the Northern Hemisphere experiencing temperature swings between extreme heat and cold.
