CDC: U.S. Could See Sharp Decline In Cases By July

CDC: U.S. Could See Sharp Decline In Cases By July

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Dr. Rachelle Lynskey highlights new projections indicating a potential sharp decline in COVID-19 cases in the US by July, contingent on increased vaccination rates and continued mitigation strategies. Current CDC data shows 350,000 new cases weekly, but under optimistic scenarios, this could fall below 50,000 by the end of July. However, local conditions and emerging variants pose risks, emphasizing the need for vigilance.

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What does Dr. Rachelle Lynskey say about the projections for COVID-19 cases in the US by July?

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What factors are contributing to the risk of increases in COVID-19 cases according to the models?

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What is the significance of maintaining current mitigation strategies until a critical mass of people is vaccinated?

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Under the most optimistic scenarios, what could be the new weekly cases in the US by the end of July?

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What is the current average of new COVID-19 cases reported by the CDC?

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