In the last week, there's been a 30% increase in COVID cases, but that should not be reason to panic. We're talking about 11 cases per 100,000 up from eight per 100,000.
NEW YORK -- Health officials are warning just because the number of COVID cases is low does not mean the pandemic is over., which New York State officials say now makes up 42% of all new cases and that number is growing.We're talking about 11 cases per 100,000 up from eight per 100,000.Now, the state is reminding people to not only get vaccinated and boosted but to take advantage of new anti-viral treatments if you do get sick.
"We want everyone to take advantage of the treatment window which is five days from the inset of symptoms," said Dr. Mary Bassett, New York State Health Commissioner.Just 35% of 5-to-11-year-olds are fully vaccinated in New York.