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Bay Area wastewater data show SARS-CoV-2 levels rising into September, part of a national uptick. Experts say the current wave may persist for weeks, though hospitalizations remain well below the worst peaks. CDC data indicate infections are growing in most states, and updated vaccines are rolling out; officials still urge vaccination and precautions like masking in crowded indoor settings.
Flu cases in the U.S. are currently low, but there are early signs of an increase in the coming weeks. Last year's unusually early rise in flu activity is not being observed. Children were disproportionately impacted by the flu last year, emphasizing the importance of vaccinating kids to prevent severe outcomes. Doctors recommend getting vaccinated before the holiday season. Additionally, there are early indications of the spread of flu, Covid, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), although at relatively low levels. The Cleveland Clinic will request visitors to wear masks to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses.
Flu cases in the U.S. are currently low, but there are early signs of an increase in the coming weeks. Last year's unusually early rise in flu activity is not being observed. Vaccinating children is crucial to prevent severe outcomes, as they were disproportionately impacted by the flu last year. Doctors recommend getting vaccinated before Halloween to ensure protection during the holiday season. In addition to flu and Covid, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is also starting to spread. The Cleveland Clinic will request visitors to wear masks to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses.
San Francisco is experiencing the largest summertime spike in Covid-19 cases in California, according to data from WastewaterSCAN. The rise in viral levels is not limited to San Francisco, as other areas in Southern California, such as Los Angeles County, have also recorded spikes. The increase is attributed to the "XBB" Covid variant, which was first detected in San Francisco's wastewater in January. While Covid levels are rising, they remain lower than previous years, and vaccinated individuals are not expected to experience severe disease or hospitalizations. Other California cities, including Palo Alto, San Bernardino, and Riverside, have also seen a substantial rise in Covid cases. However, not all counties in California screen their wastewater for Covid.