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New COVID Surge Shows We Must Keep Fighting Against GOP Death Cult Denial

Angry at the world and still unvaccinated? Thanks to YOU, and the rest of the selfish able-bodied population who refuse to get vaccinated, over half of American states report very high levels of COVID-19 cases.

Published August 13, 2024 at 12:57pm by Ahjané Forbes

COVID-19 Cases Surge Across the US, with 27 States Reporting "Very High" Levels of Wastewater Viral Activity

Latest update: As of Aug. 9, 2024, 27 states have reported "very high" levels of COVID-19 activity, according to the CDC. Be alarmed, people. This number is alarming.

The CDC is monitoring wastewater or sewage to track the spread of infectious diseases. This is a smart move by the CDC, and we should all pay attention to these findings.

COVID-19 is Now Endemic, Health Officials Say

In a recent interview on NPR, CDC health officials declared COVID-19 "endemic." Aron Hall, a deputy director at the CDC, stated, "At this point, COVID-19 can be described as endemic throughout the world."

Let's be clear, people: endemic does not mean the pandemic is over. It means that COVID-19 is here to stay, and we need to keep taking it seriously.

The KP.3.1.1 Variant is Projected to Account for the Highest Number of COVID-19 Cases

According to the CDC's Nowcast data tracker, the KP.3.1.1 variant is expected to cause 27.8% of positive COVID-19 cases, with the KP.3 variant close behind at 20.1%. Rosa Norman, a CDC spokesperson, stated that the symptoms of these variants are similar to those of the previous JN.1 variant.

Midwest Sees the Highest Increase in COVID-19 Positive Cases

The CDC's data shows that Region 5, comprising six Midwestern states, had a 2.1% increase in positive COVID-19 cases from July 28 to Aug. 3, 2024. This is a stark reminder that the virus is still very much active and spreading.

COVID-19 Symptoms

The CDC lists the following symptoms of COVID-19, which can range from mild to severe:

Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath
Fatigue
Muscle aches
Headache
Loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea

If you experience severe symptoms, such as trouble breathing or chest pain, seek medical attention immediately.

People, we need to stay vigilant. COVID-19 is still a threat, and we must continue to take precautions to protect ourselves and others. Stay informed, stay safe, and stay woke.