COVID-19 Cases are Rising in These States Amid Summer Wave

The CDC reports a summer surge of COVID-19 cases growing in at least 26 states, including Arkansas, Ohio, and Texas, with emergency room visits for young children reaching their highest levels since March. While new variants Nimbus and Stratus are no more severe than previous strains, vigilance remains essential—especially for vulnerable groups like young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.

Vaccine guidance is evolving: the CDC now recommends “shared clinical decision-making” for healthy children and pregnant people, urging individuals to consult healthcare providers. Vaccination remains strongly recommended for adults 65+, those at high risk, and unvaccinated adults to reduce severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Read more from CBS here.