COVID-19 Activity is Increasing, Take Steps to Protect Yourself This Summer and Fall, Says CDPH

Is COVID Coming Back? What The Latest Data And Health Experts Say

As families around the country try to fit in their last holidays of the year, COVID-19 is making its next big comeback. Health surveillance systems reported increases or likely increases in infections in 47 states in late August 2026, mainly due to increases in the South and West. The national wastewater surveillance (WastewaterSCAN) indicated an increase in SARS-CoV-2 concentration to the “high” level, with August surveillance results showing c…

COVID-19 Activity is Increasing, Take Steps to Protect Yourself This Summer and Fall, Says CDPH

"COVID-19 infections are increasing across California," says CDPH. "Staying up to date on the COVID-19 vaccine reduces the risk of serious illness and helps prevent sick days." Source

Health officials urge COVID-19 vaccinations as California faces expected late-summer surge

SACRAMENTO — California health officials are calling on residents across the state to get immunized against COVID-19 as health departments report a predictable, late-summer spike in virus activity.

Contra Costa Health Says COVID-19 Is On The Rise, Urges Residents To Take Precautions

Governor Gavin Newsom taking a COVID-19 test. Contra Costa Health is warning residents that COVID-19 is on the rise in Contra Costa County and is offering several recommendations aimed at reducing the spread of illness. The health department did not provide specific numbers or data showing how much COVID activity has increased in the county. According to county health officials, residents should consider taking additional precautions as COVID ac…