With COVID Cases Rising This Summer, What to Know About the Paxlovid Treatment
UNITED STATES, JUL 23 – Emergency room visits for young children have reached their highest level since March as new variants Nimbus and Stratus contribute to rising cases in 26 states, CDC reports.
- On July 15, 2025, CDC data show COVID-19 cases are growing or likely growing in at least 26 states and Washington, D.C., the CDC says.
- Seasonal patterns drive emergence of Nimbus and Stratus variants, contributing to the summer spike pattern, with implications for increased cases and ongoing public health challenges.
- Vulnerable groups face increased risk, as emergency room visits for very young children are highest since March, according to the CDC.
- Treatment data show Paxlovid antiviral drug's real-world effectiveness is less clear, research studies indicate lower efficacy than in clinical trials.
- Experts predict the current COVID surge will peak around September, with Schaffner expecting another wave in late fall and winter.
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Summer Covid cases are rising across the U.S. Is it time for a vaccine?
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Read Full ArticleCOVID-19 Cases Are Rising In These States Amid Summer Wave, CDC Data Shows
The summer surge of COVID-19 is here, with data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showing increases across much of the country. In its latest report, the CDC said the number of cases is now growing or likely growing in at least 26 states and Washington, D.C. COVID-related emergency room visits for young kids are also the highest they’ve been since March, according to the data. COVID-19 cases are growing or likely growing in at…
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