Has the U.S. Entered a Fourth Wave?

The United States has not officially declared a fourth wave of COVID-19. Some experts are warning of a potential surge in cases, but there is no consensus among public health officials.

However, there are some indicators that the U.S. could be entering a fourth wave. The number of new cases per day has been increasing in recent weeks, and the positivity rate has also risen. Additionally, there are several new variants of the virus circulating, which are more transmissible than the original strain.

Given these factors, it is important to be cautious and to take precautions to protect yourself from the virus. This includes getting vaccinated, wearing a mask in public, and practicing social distancing.

If the U.S. does enter a fourth wave, it is likely to be less severe than the previous waves, due to the high level of immunity in the population. However, it is still important to take precautions to protect yourself and others.