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COVID Is Spreading In These Regions Right Now - Here Are The Symptoms To Watch For
Yahoo Lifestyle Canada • • health
Key Points:
- COVID-19 infections are rising across all 50 U.S. states, with the South and West experiencing the most significant increases, according to CDC data and health experts.
- The increase is typical for late summer and early fall, with COVID cases expected to peak again in September-October and later in winter, driven by reduced community immunity and low vaccination rates.
- Common symptoms remain upper respiratory issues such as runny nose, congestion, sore throat, and fever; severe cases may involve difficulty breathing and persistent cough.
- Preventive measures include improving air hygiene by ventilating spaces, avoiding crowded areas, wearing masks, and getting vaccinated to reduce severe illness and long COVID risk.
- Treatments like Paxlovid and the new antiviral pill Xocova are available to help those infected or recently exposed, particularly benefiting high-risk individuals when administered promptly.
