COVID-19 and the Delta Variant: A Call for Vaccination

This chapter delves into the current rise in COVID-19 cases in the United States, primarily due to the Delta variant and unvaccinated populations. It emphasizes the urgency of vaccination efforts, highlights disparities in vaccination rates across counties, and discusses the potential need for booster shots. Furthermore, the chapter addresses the social and economic impacts of ongoing transmission, as well as local responses to rising cases, including mask mandates.