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COVID-19 and Flu Surge in Limassol, Cyprus

Published January 26, 2026, 07:12
COVID-19 and Flu Surge in Limassol, Cyprus

A significant increase in hospitalizations due to influenza and COVID-19 is being observed in Limassol, Cyprus, with a potential second wave emerging. According to the State Health Services Organization (SHSO), the number of COVID-19 patients at the general hospital in Limassol increased from 1 to 5, while influenza A patients rose from 14 to 25 over the weekend. Authorities anticipate a further increase in cases in late January and early February, as is typically the case. The Ministry of Health is expected to provide more detailed data on the activity of the viruses in the community.