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health2 years ago

COVID-19 Cases Surge in Pennsylvania as Vaccination Efforts Face Challenges

Doctors in Pennsylvania are warning of an expected uptick in COVID-19 cases this fall, as the state saw over 500 hospital admissions for the virus during the last week of August. While overall hospitalizations and deaths remain lower than during the peak of the pandemic, the late-summer figure is more than double the low point recorded in July. The numbers reflect community spread and the impact of recent variants. Doctors emphasize the importance of vaccination, noting that it reduces the likelihood of severe illness from COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses like the flu. They urge people to get vaccinated early and continue practicing precautions to prevent the spread of viruses.

education2 years ago

Rising COVID-19 cases prompt proactive measures in school districts

School districts in San Diego County are taking a proactive approach to address the uptick in COVID-19 cases on campuses. The Chula Vista Elementary School District is encouraging testing, handwashing, and transparency to mitigate the spread of the virus. The San Diego Unified School District has seen about 150 more positive cases compared to the same period last year, and they continue to provide home test kits and offer masks to those who want them. Mental health services are also being provided to support students dealing with COVID-related stressors.

covid-192 years ago

Health Advisory Issued for Legionella Outbreak in Ithaca Area

COVID-19 cases in the Greater Ithaca Area, including Tompkins County and surrounding counties, are seeing a slow increase in case counts and a slight drop in the percentage of positive tests. However, the decrease in testing availability and the inclusion of only PCR tests in the reported data may not accurately reflect the true number of cases. Wastewater data from the Cayuga Heights and Ithaca wastewater treatment plants suggests an increase in COVID-19 presence. Hospitalization counts in Tompkins County have decreased, but statewide hospitalizations are on the rise. The county-by-county breakdown shows varying case counts, with some counties experiencing a decline while others see an increase. It is important to note that case counts alone may not provide a complete picture of the pandemic's impact, and additional precautions should be taken to ensure safety.

health2 years ago

COVID-19 Cases Surge in Florida, Test Kit Shortages Reported

Florida has seen an increase in reported COVID-19 cases, with the highest totals in at least 10 weeks. The state is nearing 90,000 reported resident deaths from COVID-19 since the pandemic started, with the majority of deaths involving older individuals. Scientists attribute the uptick to factors such as waning immunity, increased social gatherings during the summer, and the circulation of the virus indoors due to intense heat. The number of COVID vaccine doses administered in Florida has been decreasing.

health2 years ago

Surge in COVID-19 cases reported by Ballad Health

Ballad Health has experienced an increase in COVID-19 cases, with 30 patients currently hospitalized, marking a shift from the single-digit admissions seen in recent months. The uptick in community cases has led to a rise in hospitalizations, with some patients unaware they had COVID-19 until they were tested at the hospital. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, and studies are ongoing to determine if the Omicron variant will become dominant. A new vaccine with the Omicron lineage is expected to be available in the fall, pending recommendations from the CDC. Ballad Health advises getting the Bivalent COVID-19 booster and continuing preventive measures. The future trajectory of cases remains uncertain.

health2 years ago

COVID-19 Variant Drives Summer Surge in Upper East Side: City Data

The Upper East Side neighborhood in New York City has seen a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, with a per-capita rate of 54 new cases per 100,000 people in the past week, higher than the citywide rate. This surge in cases aligns with a nationwide summer increase in COVID-19 cases. However, health experts believe that this wave will be less intense than previous ones and are uncertain about its duration. Hospitalizations in New York City may already be declining, and the increase in cases does not appear to be driven by a new variant.