COVID-19 Transmission Surges in Multiple US States

COVID-19 transmission is increasing in Marin County, with the amount of virus detected in wastewater three times greater than a month ago. While hospitalizations have not risen significantly, health officials attribute this to the county's high vaccination rate. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a national rise in COVID-19 hospitalization rates, and California's positivity rates have doubled from June to July. Health officials urge the public to remain cautious and consider precautions such as wearing masks, especially in group settings, as immunity from vaccines and previous infections may be wearing off.