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Is there a summer COVID-19 surge this year? Yep, it's ramping up again
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Rob Stein | NPR , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· August 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This trend is part of a broader pattern of infectious diseases currently affecting the country.
In the US, a rise in COVID cases is occurring. This trend is part of a broader pattern of infectious diseases currently affecting the country. Various health issues are causing concern nationwide, including parasitic and viral infections.
Experts in public health are monitoring the situation. A doctor who previously worked at a major health agency is tracking the increase in COVID cases. Further information on this developing situation can be found through local health resources and news outlets, such as LAist.
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Category: local Published: August 16, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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