COVID hospitalizations on the rise as U.S. enters Labor Day weekend

The U.S. is experiencing a steady increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations as it enters the Labor Day weekend, with new hospital admissions expected to continue rising, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Posted 9/2/2023, 12:28:57 AM