COVID is ‘growing’ in nearly every state, CDC reports. Here’s where levels are highest

CDC says COVID infections are growing or likely growing in all 50 states as of mid‑August, though severe cases and ER visits remain very low.
Wastewater testing shows higher virus levels in parts of the West and South, with Hawaii and Mississippi flagged as “moderate.”
An updated COVID vaccine targeting the XFG variant is expected to be available this fall.