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Michael Hoerger:
"During #COVlD" is today.
In fact, the recent wave peak was about double the estimates of each of the first 3 waves. Most infections are on the back end of waves. Repeat infections add cumulative harms.
#maskup 😷
#COVlD surges in the Midwest & nearby states.
We estimate the prevalence using harmonized wastewater data:
-USA: 1 in 67 actively infectious
-NE: 1 in 29
-OH: 1 in 28
-IA: 1 in 27
-MI: 1 in 25
-IN: 1 in 23
-SD: 1 in 17
-OK: 1 in 17
Let's review the hottest states... 🧵1/7
#medsky
#SarsCoV2
Wow! We're nearing 200 signatures! Keep it going! We'll deliver the petition on Monday. Please sign and share this weekend no matter where you live!
#MaskTogetherColorado to save a kid's life from flu this season or keep each other safe from #COVlD ❤️😷
actionnetwork.org/petitions/un...
Study of >11,000 children with atopic dermatitis (eczema) shows that #COVlD vaccination has additional benefits including:
✅ Fewer COVID infections
✅ Fewer other infections (pneumonia, ear, skin)
✅ Less allergic reactions (asthma, food anaphylaxis)
www.annallergy.org/article/S108...
What is going on in Connecticut?
The CDC shows they're having their highest #COVlD levels since the terrible winter 2023-24 surge.
In #Connecticut, an estimated 1 in 18 people are actively infectious. The CDC indicates "Very High" levels.
Statewide coverage is good. Assume it's very high risk.
South Carolina is burning with #COVlD
"Zooming in on California... #COVlD transmission is out of control in most large cities.
The CDC indicates statewide levels are "High," which PMC estimates as 1 in 63 actively infectious.
In the dark red areas, we estimate at least 1 in 40 people are actively infectious."
“🇺🇸 1. PMC #COVlD Dashboard, July 21, 2025 (U.S.)
COVlD is surging in 7 states, according to the CDC.
🔹Hawai'i (Very High)
🔹California (High)
🔹Nevada (High)
🔹Texas (High)
🔹Louisiana (High)
🔹Florida (High)
🔹South Carolina (High)”
🦠 Thanksgiving Update: #COVlD, #flu, and #RSV rates are at record lows!
COVlD positivity: 3.6% (lowest in 5 years)
Weekly COVlD deaths: 250 (lowest since 2020)
⚠️ CDC warns spikes could come before Christmas with holiday travel & gatherings.
Tips: Ventilate, mask up, wash hands, get vaccinated!
A #MaskTogetherAmerica advisor Paul H., made a public comment at the HICPAC meeting to advise the CDC to strengthen healthcare infection control guidance against #Airborne diseases, including #COVlD, #H5N1 and TB. See 3-min video on IG. www.instagram.com/reel/DCpJBJnvRdb/?igsh=MWIxcWV2ajlsYXZwdQ==
