- The case data was compiled by The Los Angeles.
- The sub-variant is perhaps the most infectious strain of the virus but Los Angeles County Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer said the state has not had a major increase in cases associated with XBB.1.5.
- In addition, newly reported infections are declining and stabilizing in recent weeks. And hospitalizations have dropped to levels not seen since mid-November, indicating less strain on the health care system.
