Introduction
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread across the United States, experts are warning that certain states are now facing a new wave of infections. With the number of cases rising in many states, it is important to understand the current situation and take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and your family. In this article, we will discuss the states that are currently experiencing a surge in cases and the steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of infection.
Expert Warns These States Have Virus Wave Now
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread across the United States, experts are warning that certain states are now experiencing a new wave of infections. According to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the states of Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, and Texas are all seeing a surge in cases.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, has warned that the virus is now spreading rapidly in these states. “We are seeing a very serious situation in the states of Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, and Texas,” Fauci said in a recent interview. “We need to be very careful and take all the necessary precautions to prevent the virus from spreading further.”
The CDC has also issued a warning to these states, urging residents to take extra precautions to protect themselves and their families. This includes wearing a face mask when out in public, washing hands frequently, and avoiding large gatherings. The CDC also recommends that people in these states get tested for the virus if they have any symptoms.
The surge in cases in these states is concerning, as it could lead to a further spread of the virus across the country. It is important for everyone to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families from the virus. By following the CDC’s guidelines, we can all help to slow the spread of the virus and keep our communities safe.
Where are we at in this pandemic? “We’re still tragically in this fight,” said former FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb on Face the Nation yesterday. “When you look across the country right now, you see the cases declining very quickly, all across the country in almost every state. If you look week over week, cases have declined sharply. So we’re a good part of the way through this Omicron wave. If you look at places like New York, New Jersey, Maryland, cases are down to about 20 to 30 cases per hundred thousand people per day, which is a low level. That’s about where we were before the Delta surge. Other parts of the country are still at about a hundred cases per a hundred thousand people per day, 140….So some parts of the country still are in the thick of the Omicron wave—coming down, but still in the thick of it.” Which ones did Gottlieb mention? Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.
North Carolina
Some good signs ahead: “North Carolina does have the highest rate of vaccinations for our youngest population as compared to other southeastern states,” Dr. Betsey Tilson with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, said. “North Carolina state health officials haven’t required masks in schools, instead allowing districts to make their own policies, with many relying on the state’s Strong Schools NC Toolkit to make those decisions,” reports WCNC. “If they’re still in high or substantial transmission, our recommendation is to have universal face covering,” Dr. Betsey Tilson with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, said. “Once they drop below substantial, then they can consider moving to optional.”
South Carolina
Cases are going down here slowly but experts warn caution still. “We are guaranteed to have another variant surge,” Melissa Nolan, an assistant professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health, told USA TODAY. “While the current vaccines and boosters worked for omicron, they are less likely to work against future variants.”
Kentucky
In Henderson, Kentucky, “With the number of new COVID-19 cases in the region showing a continued decline, health officials are warning to stay cautious as incidence rates are still ‘extremely high,’” reports the Gleaner. “Friday’s report from the Green River District Health Department counted 1,437 new cases and nine COVID-related deaths in the seven-county district. The seven-day average for new cases is now 475 per day, showing an overall decline in case numbers over the last week. In the GRDHD’s previous report that number was 656. Last Friday it was 813.7.”
Oklahoma
“There are just over 2,600 new COVID-19 cases in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma State Department of Health reported 2,614 new COVID cases Saturday. Oklahoma has had 995,546 COVID cases since the pandemic began in March 2020. The current seven-day average for new cases is 4,556….There were 2,007 Oklahomans hospitalized with COVID-19 on average over the past three days. Authorities also noted that there were 82 pediatric hospitalizations for COVID-19 included in that number. The three day average reported on Friday was 1,994 hospitalizations, including 80 pediatric,” reports KFOR.
How to Stay Safe Out There
Follow the public health fundamentals and help end this pandemic, no matter where you live—get vaccinated or boosted ASAP; if you live in an area with low vaccination rates, wear an N95 face mask, don’t travel, social distance, avoid large crowds, don’t go indoors with people you’re not sheltering with (especially in bars), practice good hand hygiene, and to protect your life and the lives of others, don’t visit any of these 35 Places You’re Most Likely to Catch COVID.
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