COVID-19 Resurgence Possible in New York City, Medical Experts Warn
Medical experts are expressing concerns about a potential resurgence of COVID-19 cases across New York City and urge residents to take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.
Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) no longer tracks COVID-19 cases, they continue to monitor hospital visits and report positive test results. According to recent data, there has been an increase in the number of individuals testing positive for COVID-19 during hospital visits.
Despite this concerning trend, many New Yorkers are not wearing masks, either on the streets or in public transportation systems. Rhonette Clay, a Manhattan resident, mentioned her observation of people not wearing masks and feeling safe as a result. However, medical professionals warn that COVID-19 is slowly making a comeback.
Dr. Len Horovitz, a pulmonologist at Lenox Hill Hospital, stated that during the latter part of winter and early spring, he observed very few COVID-19 cases. However, he now sees an average of two cases per week. In June, New York City reported an average of 277 cases of COVID-19 daily. This number has already increased by more than 5% in July.
While the current increase in cases does not compare to the human catastrophe experienced in 2020, experts predict that as the weather cools and people spend more time indoors, there may be a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Although nine out of 10 New Yorkers have received at least one dose of the vaccine, only 16% have been vaccinated with the updated bivalent vaccine. Health officials urge those who haven’t received it yet to get vaccinated. Additional bivalent doses are recommended for individuals aged 65 and older, as well as those with chronic illnesses or compromised immune systems.
The virus continues to mutate, and the CDC plans to offer updated vaccines to all Americans in the near future. Testing facilities remain available and are recommended for individuals who may have been exposed to COVID-19.
While the recent increases in ER visits and positive test results are still minimal, they signify a halt in the decline of cases. Therefore, it is essential for New Yorkers to remain cautious and remember that COVID-19 is still a reality in the city.
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