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Flu cases are surging in Arkansas, reaching very high levels for the second consecutive week, with increased hospitalizations and outbreaks in nursing homes. Health officials recommend getting vaccinated promptly, as it takes one to two weeks for the vaccine to be effective, and highlight the importance of early treatment and awareness of flu symptoms.
New Jersey is experiencing one of the worst flu seasons in the U.S., with very high activity levels and cases surging earlier and faster than in previous years, primarily driven by the Influenza A strain. The CDC recommends vaccination for everyone six months and older to combat the rising cases and hospitalizations.
Influenza cases in Japan have increased by 50% over the past week, with over 9,000 cases reported across the country, prompting health authorities to urge precautions like handwashing, mask-wearing, and vaccination.
The article humorously and critically details Donald Trump's recent unhinged moments, including a false report of planning missile launches at California, his obsession with a 'surge' in crime, bizarre statements about international conflicts, and continued falsehoods about the 2020 election, all amid a backdrop of political chaos and satire.
California is experiencing a Covid-19 surge with rising cases and positive test rates, prompting health officials to recommend reintroducing indoor mask mandates and emphasizing vaccination as key to preventing severe illness, amid ongoing debates over vaccine mandates in the US.
COVID-19 cases are rising again in Texas, California, Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico, driven by new variants Stratus and Nimbus, though they are not more severe. Data is less reliable due to funding cuts, but increased hospital visits and positivity rates indicate a resurgence, especially in the South Central and Western US.
A significant Covid-19 surge is occurring across several US states, especially in Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Texas, with underreported cases and high positivity rates, prompting concerns about waning immunity and vaccine access amidst recent CDC leadership changes.
COVID-19 cases are rising again in the U.S., especially in the West and South Central regions, driven by new variants Stratus and Nimbus. While overall rates are lower than previous peaks, testing and positivity rates suggest more cases than detected. Precautions like vaccination, testing, mask-wearing, and staying home when sick are recommended to prevent severe illness and spread, with vaccine eligibility now more restricted but still crucial for high-risk groups.
The US is experiencing a late summer COVID-19 surge, especially in the South and West, with increased test positivity rates and wastewater indicators of high virus activity, likely driven by seasonal factors, travel, and waning immunity, amid changing vaccine access policies.
COVID-19 levels are rising in 11 U.S. states, driven by the spread of the more serious Stratus variant, which accounts for a significant portion of recent cases. The CDC reports increased test positivity and emergency visits, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and caution as the virus continues to spread across the country.
COVID-19 levels in Massachusetts wastewater have increased to their highest since March, indicating a potential rise in infections, consistent with trends in other states, though still low compared to winter peaks.
Crypto exchange Bullish, backed by Peter Thiel, experienced a 170% surge during its market debut, highlighting strong investor interest in the platform.
A new COVID variant called Stratus (XFG) is spreading in the US, with symptoms similar to other variants including hoarseness, fever, cough, and loss of taste or smell. The variant, first identified in Southeast Asia, now accounts for about 14% of cases and is considered low risk by WHO. COVID cases are rising across 40 states, especially in the South, Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Midwest, following typical seasonal waves.
A new covid-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, is rapidly spreading in the U.S., causing about 37% of cases and potentially leading to a summer surge, though it currently doesn't cause more severe illness and vaccines remain effective.
Cannabis use among U.S. seniors aged 65+ has surged by nearly 46% from 2021 to 2023, reaching 7%, especially among college-educated, married, higher-income women, and those with chronic health conditions. Researchers warn about potential health risks and recommend increased screening and education for older patients.