The 5 states where Covid now spreads the fastest
Infection rates in these states mean that coronavirus begins to take over.
While some have been quick to celebrate the success of the country in the fight against coronavirus, one thing is always clear: the pandemic is far from being completed by the United States withNew cases increasing in some statesIt seems that things are heading in the wrong direction in some areas. Now, as the fall of the fall and with the influenza season at the corner, states that avoided previous surges begin to see Covid spread quickly.
The infection rate is one of the measures that medical experts use to evaluate COVID epidemics, measuring how many other people with the virus transmit it on average. If the number is lower than one, it means that things slow down; If it's above one, the virus extends. As of September 16th, they are the five stateswhere the rate of infection is currently the highest, based on data collected by COVID ACT now. And if you wonder how Covid Sticks with patients, here'sThe 98 symptoms of lasting durable covidants you need to know.
5 Wyoming
Wyoming can have a growing problem on his hands. In addition to having ainfection rate of 1.11, the state also sees a44% SPIKE in new cases an average of 48 per day, according toThe New York Times. As a result, GOV.Mark Gordon extended state health orders Throughout the end of the month, which contains gatherings in exit to 50 people and requires students and teachers to wear face masks at school. And for more places where you are likely to catch coronavirus, check40% of the cooviding patients went here before getting sick, said CDC.
4 Connecticut
After being able to keep numbers of check for most of the summer, Connecticut saw its infection rateJump over 1 last week For the first time in months. Unfortunately, the data show that it has not improved, always display a rate of infection of 1.15. Which puts the state toCovid now act the "orange" levelWhich means that Connecticut is at risk of an epidemic. But local officials do not take the new elongate: September 15, Gov.Ned lathe announced that the state would befines Anyone who surprised by violating the mask's mandate or the rules of social distancing in public.
3 New Hampshire
After weeks of smooth sailing, the upcoming road looks a little rocky for the granite state. Besides a1,16 infection rate, New Hampshire also sawan increase of 73% of the average of new daily cases since two weeks. The jump comes after schools and colleges have reopened in the state.
Local health officials sayOne Fraternity Party At the University of New Hampshire assisted by more than 100 people is the source of a major case cluster in the state. Unfortunately, the trend seems to continue: aSecond group has been reported In one of the largest residential complexes of the school. And for more COVID news,Sign up for our daily newsletter.
2 Delaware
With a current rate of infection of 1.16, it is not surprisingDelaware knows a jump in cases of Covid. The state testifies to itsPositive test rate struck its highest level From mid-July to 8.1%.
"We really have to do a better job," Gov.John Carney said on September 15th. Press briefing. "It's a lot of people in our colleges and universities that need to be more attentive as a result of the rules and protect themselves, frankly."
1 Wisconsin
With a rate of infection of 1.19, there may beDark days to come for Wisconsin. Unfortunately, this figure is combined with aNew daily rate of about 23 per 100,000 people-Who has increased since the beginning of September - and a positive test rate of 14.6%. And it empires: aNew York Times The report found that metro areas in the United States experiencing the worst epidemics of coronavirus,Eight were located in Wisconsin. Local health experts hope thatThe academic system of the state, which has been linked to many cases that have expanded to local communities, can help obtain numbers under control over their campuses. And if you fear that you can have Covid, checkThese are the 51 most common covid symptoms you might have.
