Rates of coronavirus across the U.S. are increasing at higher levels than usual, with notable surges in test positivity, emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and deaths. This unexpected rise in COVID-19 cases indicates that the pandemic continues, contrary to some perceptions that it has subsided. Further emphasizing this trend, only one-fifth of Americans have taken the latest vaccine boosters, which may contribute to the escalating infection rates observed as gatherings increase during the holiday season.
A forecasting model highlights the dangers of holiday gatherings, estimating that someone attending a Christmas gathering with ten people faces a 1 in 8 chance of exposure to COVID-19. Moreover, for those traveling on planes filled with 100 passengers, the likelihood of being exposed can soar to 3 in 4. This underscores the importance of caution and precautions as people come together to celebrate the holidays, which could lead to increased transmission of the virus.
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