Chicago's COVID Surge: Get Vaccinated Now! #Shorts

Chicago is experiencing a late summer surge in covid-19 cases prompting Health experts to urge residents to get the new covid-19 vaccine The Surge is attributed to large indoor summer Gatherings and increased travel leading to a rise in respiratory illnesses according to the CDC between August 11th and 17th 2 5% of emergency room patients were diagnosed with covid-19 up from 1.7% in July Health leaders emphasize that even if individuals have not had Co recently they should still consider getting the vaccine the new vaccine is available at CVS Pharmacies and patients can make appointments or walk in for their shots Health experts recommend taking precautions such as staying home with respiratory illnesses and wearing masks when symptomatic to help prevent the spread of the virus