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California sees summer uptick in COVID-19 cases. Here's what we know
ABC7 Los Angeles • • health
Key Points:
- California is experiencing a summer rise in COVID-19 activity, with test positivity rates increasing from just over 1% to 3.4% in a month, alongside more emergency room visits and hospital admissions.
- Seasonal summer spikes in COVID-19 cases have become common, with health officials also monitoring wastewater data to track transmission trends.
- The CDC reports growing COVID-19 activity in several states, including California, though overall case levels remain low.
- COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and older, with specific groups advised to receive two doses; vaccines are widely available at no cost through major pharmacies.
- Health officials encourage vaccination now to reduce risk of serious illness, noting booster shots will be available in October and a new vaccine formulation is expected next month.
