Map Shows States Where COVID Cases Are Rising Amid Summer Surge
Summary
COVID-19 cases are rising in 47 states across the U.S. during the summer, according to the CDC. Most states see growing infections, but severe illness is less common than before, especially among healthy people.Key Facts
- The CDC reports COVID-19 infections are growing or likely growing in 47 states.
- No states currently show a decrease in COVID transmission.
- Two states, Louisiana and Mississippi, are classified as having stable case numbers.
- Common symptoms include sore throat, cough, congestion, fatigue, fever, and body aches.
- Experts say the summer surge is due to lower immunity, more indoor gatherings, travel, and schools reopening.
- The increase is smaller than past summer surges in 2021 and 2022, starting from low case levels.
- Severe outcomes mostly affect elderly, immune-compromised, or people with chronic conditions.
- Schools have mostly not closed or canceled classes due to the current COVID wave.
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