Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Covid-19 Cases Rise in Andhra Pradesh
There are more Covid-19 cases in Andhra Pradesh, India, because of a new variant called Omicron RF.5.
Most cases are in YSR Kadapa district.
The symptoms are fever, cough, sore throat, and feeling tired.
The health department says the symptoms are usually mild, but people should still be careful.
They should get tested if they feel sick and follow the health guidelines.
The health department is also making sure hospitals have enough medicine, test kits, and oxygen.
They are monitoring the situation closely.
Covid-19 cases in Andhra Pradesh have risen to 26, with the most cases in YSR Kadapa district.
Seven new cases were reported, with four in Guntur, two in East Godavari, and one in Bapatla.
Four people have died, three have recovered, and 20 are currently being treated.
The increase is due to the Omicron RF.5 variant, which has mild symptoms like fever, cough, and fatigue.
The Health Department is advising people to get tested if they have symptoms and to follow guidelines.
- Who
- Residents of Andhra Pradesh, especially in YSR Kadapa, Guntur, and Kakinada districts
- What
- Increase in Covid-19 cases due to the Omicron RF.5 variant
- When
- Currently rising
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- Spread of the Omicron RF.5 variant
Public Health Caution
Minimal Concern
Severity of the Variant
Public Health Caution
The increase in cases is alarming due to the potential severity of the virus.
Minimal Concern
The symptoms are generally mild and not a significant threat.
- Total Cases
- 26
- Deaths
- 4
- Recovered
- 3
- Active Cases
- 20
- Home Isolated
- 9
- Variant
- Omicron RF.5
- Symptoms
- Fever, cough, sore throat, fatigue
