But vaccinations are still stalling.
Making up most of those new cases and hospitalizations: large chunks of the remaining unvaccinated population.
This proportion hasnt changed meaningfully in two months.
Many Americans are getting worried.
We collected the latest data for the week ending on July 2.
People are right to be worried about it.
Variants are sparking regional epidemics in largely unvaccinated communities.
Some states may be forced to renew COVID measures.
So masking up and social distancing are not part of a distant future just yet.
But most Americans feel prepared for that reality.
Half (55%) of Americans said theyre still wearing masks.
And an additional 34% say they would do so again if it were recommended by the CDC.
Health officials in LAreinstated indoor mask mandates.
New Orleans is considering requiring masks for unvaccinated people attending major events in the fall.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommendseveryone attending or working on-site at schoolswear masksvaccinated or not.
Internationally,the World Health Organization (WHO) still recommendsthat everyone, continue wearing masks.
But time will only tell if the fall will spur a renewal of COVID-19 safety precautions nationwide.
A Word From Verywell
The threat of variants is real.
Even for vaccinated people.
it’s possible for you to protect yourself by being fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
The antibodies from just your first dosemay not be enoughto protect you from this new variant.
The survey is fielded online every other week.
The total sample matches U.S. Census estimates for age, gender, race/ethnicity, and region.
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