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COVID-19 Cases Surge Amid Summer Respiratory Illnesses

8/16/2025

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Story summary

COVID-19 cases are rising in most states, leading to more emergency department visits.
Respiratory illnesses can occur during summer, contrary to common beliefs.
The CDC notes low medical care requests for COVID-19, flu, and RSV; flu cases are declining while RSV remains steady.
This underscores the continued presence of summer viruses in the U.S.

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Story summary

COVID-19 cases are rising in most states, leading to more emergency department visits.
Respiratory illnesses can occur during summer, contrary to common beliefs.
The CDC notes low medical care requests for COVID-19, flu, and RSV; flu cases are declining while RSV remains steady.
This underscores the continued presence of summer viruses in the U.S.