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COVID-19 Surge Looms as School Season Begins

9/5/2025

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COVID-19 cases are increasing in the U.S., especially in Alabama, coinciding with school and football season.
The CDC reported over 20,000 flu-related deaths last year, highlighting the flu's severity.
Jefferson County sees 40-60 new COVID-19 cases daily, with a summer plateau before winter spikes.
Experts advise vaccinations and masks in crowded areas to reduce illness spread.
Rising COVID-19 cases are noted among unvaccinated young children, with the XFG variant "stratus" prevalent.

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Story summary

COVID-19 cases are increasing in the U.S., especially in Alabama, coinciding with school and football season.
The CDC reported over 20,000 flu-related deaths last year, highlighting the flu's severity.
Jefferson County sees 40-60 new COVID-19 cases daily, with a summer plateau before winter spikes.
Experts advise vaccinations and masks in crowded areas to reduce illness spread.
Rising COVID-19 cases are noted among unvaccinated young children, with the XFG variant "stratus" prevalent.