1/ Health experts say the fall surge is here with COVID-19 hospitalizations increasing by 5% or more in 37 states. The U.S. is averaging more than 55,000 new cases a day, 10 states reported their highest single-day case counts on Friday, and only two states – Hawaii and Vermont – are showing downward trends by at least 10% compared to the previous week. (CNN / CNBC / CNN)
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