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A CDC watchdog and public health advocacy and health justice group. peoplescdc.org Vaccine Comment Template: https://peoplescdc.substack.com/p/vaccine-access-is-under-attack-act

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People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · last wk.

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for July 27, 2026! This Brief Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises.

Heading: ""moderate" levels in Alaska and Guam, "low" or "very low" levels otherwise." Subheading: "The Weather Report 7/27/26" A COVID wastewater map of the United States based on the CDC’s data. The following color codes depict viral activity levels from lowest to highest: “very low” in dark green, “low” in light green and “moderate” in yellow. “Limited/no data” is shown in gray. On the map, the majority of the United States is in dark green meaning “very low” viral activity levels. Washington, California, Texas, Nevada, New Mexico, Louisiana and Florida are light green meaning “low” levels. Guam and Alaska both outliers are labeled yellow meaning “moderate” levels. U.S. Virgin Islands and North Dakota are gray meaning “limited/no data.” Montana, Missouri, Wyoming, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and South Carolina are outlined in black meaning “limited coverage.” Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 7/23/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "the weather" along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC-based wastewater map was updated on July 23rd and depicts wastewater levels for the period from July 12th to July 18th. The majority of the US continues to experience “Very Low” levels. Alaska has risen from “Low,” and Guam has fallen from “Very High” since our last report to their current readings of “Moderate.” Washington, Florida, and Texas continue to report “Low” levels. Louisiana, Nevada, and New Mexico have risen from “Very Low” to “Low” levels since our last report. Oregon meanwhile, has fallen from “Low” to “Very Low” levels." Footer: "The Weather Report 7/27/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "All regions remain in “very low” with the west trending towards “low”" along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph, based on CDC’s data. Heading level one text: “Average levels by region remain “very low” with the west trending towards “low.”” Heading level two text: “COVID Wastewater Trends.” The y-axis COVID concentration levels, from bottom to top, range from “very low” to “very high.” The x-axis lists dates, from left to right, ranging from December 6th, 2025 through July 18th, 2026. The line graph peaks in December 2025 - February 2026. From February 2026 onwards, the line graph goes down. Currently all regions have decreased to the “very low” level of concentration with the west noticeably uptrending towards “low”. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 7/27/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "the weather" along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "Arkansas, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Wyoming are reporting “limited coverage,” meaning that the data is based on less than 5% of the population and may not be accurate for the entire state. North Dakota and the U.S. Virgin Islands are reporting “limited/no data.” Regional trend data indicate that all regions remain at “very low” levels." Footer: "The Weather Report 7/27/26, peoplescdc.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 3w ago

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for July 13, 2026! This Brief Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises.

Heading: "“Very Low” and “Low” levels— except for Guam" Subheading: "The Weather Report 7/13/26" A COVID wastewater map of the United States based on the CDC’s data. Heading level one text: “Very low,” and “low” levels–except for Guam.” Heading level two text: “COVID Wastewater Map.” Subheading text: “June 28th - July 4th 2026.” The following color codes depict viral activity levels from lowest to highest: “very low” in dark green, “low” in light green and “very high” in red. “limited/no data” is shown in gray. On the map, the majority of the United States is in dark green meaning “very low” viral activity levels. Washington, Oregon, Texas, Hawaii and Florida are green meaning “low” levels. Guam is an outlier. Guam is red meaning “very high” levels. U.S. Virgin Islands and North Dakota are gray meaning “limited/no data.” Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 7/9/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC-based wastewater map was updated on July 9th and depicts wastewater levels for the period June 28th to July 4th. The vast majority of the US continues to experience “Very Low” levels. Washington, Oregon and Hawaii have risen from “Very Low” to “Low” levels since our last report. Texas and Florida continue to report “Low” levels. Levels in Mississippi and Alaska have decreased from “Moderate” and “Low” respectively in our previous report to their current readings of “Very Low.” Regional trend data indicate that all regions remain at “Very Low” levels." Footer: "The Weather Report 7/13/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Average levels by region remain “Very Low.”" Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph, based on CDC’s data. Heading level one text: “Average levels by region remain “very low.” Heading level two text: “COVID Wastewater Trends.” The y-axis is COVID concentration levels, from bottom to top, goes from “very low” to “very high.” The x-axis lists dates, from left to right, going from November 22nd, 2025 through July 4th, 2026. The line graph peaks in December 2025 - February 2026. From February 2026, and onwards, the line graph goes down. Currently all regions have decreased to the “very low” level of concentration. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 7/9/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Cyclosporiasis". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "A parasite has been causing diarrheal illness across the US. Michigan, a state which usually sees about 50 cases/year has already seen 1000. Illinois, Ohio, New York, and North Carolina have all reported more than 100 cases. The parasite can be transmitted when food or water has been contaminated with feces, and past outbreaks have been linked to contaminated lettuce, berries, and other produce. The CDC has not yet been able to identify any particular cause of this outbreak." Footer: "The Weather Report 7/13/26, peoplescdc.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · last mo.

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for June 29, 2026! This Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises.

Heading: ""Very low," "low," and "moderate" levels — except for Guam" Subheading: "The Weather Report 6/29/26" A COVID wastewater map of the United States, based on CDC’s data. Heading level two text: “COVID Wastewater Map.” Subheading text: “June 14th - June 20th 2026.” The following color codes depict viral activity levels from lowest to highest: “Very Low” in dark green, “Low” in light green, “Moderate” in yellow, and “Very High” in red. “Limited/No Data” is shown in gray. In the map, the majority of the United States is in dark green meaning “Very Low” viral activity levels. Texas, Florida and Alaska are green meaning “Low” levels. Guam, and Mississippi are outliers. Guam is red meaning “Very High” levels, and Mississippi is yellow meaning “Moderate” levels. U.S. Virgin Islands and North Dakota are grey meaning “Limited/No Data.” Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 6/25/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "A COVID wastewater map of the United States, based on CDC’s data. Heading level one text: “Very Low,” “low,” and “moderate” levels–except for Guam.” Heading level two text: “COVID Wastewater Map.” Subheading text: “June 14th - June 20th 2026.” The following color codes depict viral activity levels from lowest to highest: “Very Low” in dark green, “Low” in light green, “Moderate” in yellow, and “Very High” in red. “Limited/No Data” is shown in gray. In the map, the majority of the United States is in dark green meaning “Very Low” viral activity levels. Texas, Florida and Alaska are green meaning “Low” levels. Guam, and Mississippi are outliers. Guam is red meaning “Very High” levels, and Mississippi is yellow meaning “Moderate” levels. U.S. Virgin Islands and North Dakota are grey meaning “Limited/No Data.” " Footer: "The Weather Report 6/25/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "All regions average “very low” levels for the 11th consecutive week". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph, based on CDC’s data. Heading level two text: “COVID Wastewater Trends.” The y-axis is COVID concentration levels, from bottom to top, goes from “Very Low” to “Very High.” The x-axis lists dates, from left to right, going from November 8th, 2025 through June 20th, 2026. The line graph peaks in December 2025 - February 2026. From February 2026, and onwards, the line graph goes down. Currently all regions have decreased to the “Very Low” level of concentration. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 6/25/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Pride month & "take action locally" interviews". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "Happy LGBTQI+ Pride! The People’s CDC is starting a series of interviews with organizers doing public health advocacy on a local level in different regions across the United States. In light of the continued threats to public health at a national level, the point of these interviews is to inspire listeners and readers to take up similar work in their local areas where public health interventions may be won. The first interview of this type is with ACT UP NY and was released in June of 2026 in honor of New York and National Pride Month." Footer: "The Weather Report 6/29/26, peoplescdc.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 2mo ago

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for June 15, 2026! This Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises.

Heading: "“Very Low” to “Moderate” levels—except for Guam" Subheading: "The Weather Report 6/15/26" A COVID wastewater map of the United States, based on CDC’s data. Heading level one text: “COVID Wastewater Map.” Subheading text: “Time Period: May 31st - June 6th, 2026." The following color codes depict viral activity levels from lowest to highest: “Very Low” in dark green, “Low” in light green, “Moderate” in marigold, and “Very High” in red. “Limited/No Data” is shown in gray. In the map, the majority of the United States is in dark green meaning “Very Low” viral activity levels. Louisiana is light green meaning “Low” levels. Guam, and Mississippi are outliers. Guam is red meaning “Very High” levels, and Mississippi is marigold meaning “Moderate” levels. Oregon, Montana, U.S. Virgin Islands, and North Dakota are grey meaning “Limited/No Data.” Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 6/11/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "More evidence that COVID infections increase risk of other infections down the line". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "A new study led by Drs. Miao Cai and Ziyad Al-Aly, looking at patient data in the US Department of Veterans Affairs, compared those who had a confirmed case of COVID-19 and those who did not, among both hospitalized and non-hospitalized patients. They found those who had a confirmed COVID-19 case were at significantly higher risk of contracting another infection (bacterial, viral, or fungal) later on compared to those that did not have a confirmed case of COVID-19. This statistical association adds to the growing body of evidence that COVID can cause lasting damage to one’s immune system, regardless of the severity of symptoms." Footer: "The Weather Report 6/15/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "The weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "While temperatures may be rising as we enter summer, thankfully most state’s COVID levels are not. The vast majority of the US is experiencing “very low” levels. However, Guam is reporting “very high” levels, Louisiana is reporting “low,” and Mississippi is reporting “moderate,” which are all increases from our last report. Oregon, Montana, North Dakota and the U.S. Virgin Islands are reporting “limited/no data.” Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, and New York are reporting limited coverage, meaning that the data is based on less than 5% of the population and may not be accurate for the entire state." Footer: "The Weather Report 6/15/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Still “Very Low” Levels in All Regions". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph, based on CDC’s data. Heading level one text: “Still Very Low Levels in All Regions.” Heading level two text: “COVID Wastewater Trends.” Subheading text: “Updated June 6th, 2026.” The y-axis is COVID concentration levels, from bottom to top, goes from “Very Low” to “Very High.” The x-axis lists dates, from left to right, going from October 11th, 2025 through May 23rd, 2026. The line graph peaks in December 2025 - February 2026. From February 2026, and onwards, the line graph goes down. Currently all regions have decreased to the “Very Low” level of concentration. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 6/6/26, peoplescdc.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 2mo ago

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for June 1, 2026! This Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises.

Heading: "Low and Very Low Levels–except for Guam" Subheading: "The Weather Report 6/2/26" A map of the United States with the CDC’s newly updated color code which uses shades of blue, green, orange, pink and purple to depict COVID Wastewater Viral Activity levels. This map is based on CDC Data last updated on May 28th, 2026 coveringa time period of May 17th to May 23rd. Pink and purple correlate with higher viral activity, while the cool colors blue and green represent lower activity. Orange represents “moderate”. Gray indicates “limited/no data” and stripes indicate “limited coverage” where data is based on less than 5% of the population and may not be accurate for the whole state. No states are orange meaning “Moderate”, Guam is red meaning “High”. North Dakota, Arizona and the Virgin Islands are grey meaning “limited/no data”, and Mississippi is “Low”. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 5/28/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "Resistance to fascism growing at ICE detention facilities ". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "Detainees at Delaney Hall have been on hunger and labor strike for nearly 2 weeks. The detainees report rotten food, and a lack of medical care and legal resources. Read the letter from inside Delaney Hall written by Leonardo, who has since been transferred out in an effort to break the strike, despite efforts of antifascist protestors outside to block his transfer. During these weeks, hundreds have shown up in support of the detainees." Footer: "The Weather Report 6/2/26 peoplescdc.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC-based wastewater map was updated on May 28th and depicts wastewater levels for the period May 17th to May 23rd. The vast majority of the US is experiencing “very low” levels, though Mississippi is at “low” levels. The CDC reports that Guam is experiencing “high” levels. Arizona, North Dakota, and the U.S. Virgin Islands are reporting “limited/no data." Footer: "The Weather Report 6/2/26 peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Still Very Low Levels in All Regions". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph’s title reads “Still Very Low Levels in All Regions.” The Y-axis is COVID concentration levels from “Very Low” to “Very High”. The X-axis dates are from October 11th, 2025 through May 23rd, 2026. The line graph peaks in December 2025 - February 2026. Currently all regions have decreased to the “Very Low” level of concentration. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 5/28/26, PeoplesCDC.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 3mo ago

The COVID pandemic has and will continue to shape all of our lives in many ways. What will our world look like when KN95 and N95 masks have been around for 30 years?

The first of 9 slides with a plain deep purple background. Bold white text reads: "The COVID pandemic has and will continue to shape all of our lives in many ways. In the United States, six years in, one notable effect we can reflect on is masks." There is a large white KN95 mask in the middle of the page. At the bottom of the page the People's CDC logo appears in teal next to their website peoplescdc.org.White text reads: "Before the increased production of KN95 and N95 masks for medical and social use, the only technology that was widely available in the US for preventing airborne viruses was abstinence from social space. Isolation. Surgical masks that had been implemented in prior pandemics such as SARS 1 were useful, but they worked best when the person who was sick could both realize that they were sick and then wear a mask, two things which cannot always be counted on." The website peoplescdc.org is in the bottom right corner.Clip art of a woman with light skin and red hair wearing a KN95 mask with red virus particles that cannot get to her mouth and nose. White text reads: "With the mass availability of KN95 and N95 masks, for the first time the everyday wearer can prevent a vast amount of virus particles from reaching their body, independent of those around them who may be sick and not know it. What does this mean?" The website peoplescdc.org is in the bottom right corner.White text reads "On an individual level, having access to KN95/N95 masks could mean choosing to prevent illness before a big vacation that’s coming up, or before going on a date." This is illustrated with clip art of a colorful beach ball. "Or it could mean not having to cancel plans with a relative, even when we are sick or when we're not sure if we're sick, because there is the freedom to wear a KN95/N95 and significantly reduce the risk to those around you." This section is illustrated with an older man with light skin welcoming the reader with a peace sign. The website peoplescdc.org is in the bottom right corner.
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 3mo ago

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for May 18, 2026! This Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises in the United States.

Heading: "One Territory with “High” Levels" Subheading: "The Weather Report 5/19/26" A map of the United States with the CDC’s newly updated color code which uses shades of blue, green, orange, pink and purple to depict COVID Wastewater Viral Activity levels. This map is based on CDC Data last updated on May 14, 2026 with a time period of May 3rd to May 9th. Pink and purple correlate with higher viral activity, while the cool colors blue and green represent lower activity. Orange represents “moderate”. Gray indicates “limited/no data” and stripes indicate “limited coverage” where data is based on less than 5% of the population and may not be accurate for the whole state. No states are orange meaning “Moderate”, Guam is red meaning “High”. North Dakota, Arizona and the Virgin Islands are grey meaning “limited/no data”, and West Virginia and Alaska are green meaning “Low”. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 5/14/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "Where is the CDC?. Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The world may have finally caught up to the alarm bells raised by many during this administration’s dismantling of the US public health infrastructure. In the midst of a hantavirus outbreak and in light of the U.S.’s current retreat from the world stage, the WHO has taken center stage in determining and communicating the risks posed by the virus to the world’s people." Footer: "The Weather Report 5/19/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Abortion access update". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "On May 14th 2026, the highly partisan U.S Supreme Court temporarily preserved nationwide access to a medication commonly used in the standard medication abortion regimen used in the US. SCOTUS blocked a lower court ruling that would have restricted mail delivery and telehealth prescriptions for the drug over the dissent of both Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito." Footer: "The Weather Report 5/19/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC-based wastewater map was updated on May 14th and depicts wastewater levels for the period May 3rd to May 9th. It is of note that since we unveiled a new color scheme for the wastewater map on March 11th, with cool tones representing “low” and “very low” levels and warm tones representing “high” and “very high” levels, the CDC has also followed suit with an updated map color that reflects the same logic. We are pleased to see the CDC taking steps to move toward an appropriate level of visual clarity." Footer: "The Weather Report 5/19/26, peoplescdc.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 3mo ago

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for May 4, 2026! This Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises in the United States.

Heading: "One State with “High” Levels" Subheading: "The Weather Report 5/04/26" A map of the United States with the CDC’s newly updated color code which uses shades of blue, green, orange, pink and purple to depict COVID Wastewater Viral Activity levels. The header reads “one state with ‘High’ levels.” This map is based on CDC Data last updated on April 30, 2026 with a time period of April 19th to April 25th. Pink and purple correlate with higher viral activity, while the cool colors blue and green represent lower activity. Orange represents moderate. Gray indicates “limited/no data” and stripes indicate “limited coverage” where data is based on less than 5% of the population and may not be accurate for the whole state. West Virginia is orange meaning “Moderate”, Nebraska is red meaning “High”. North Dakota, Guam, and the Virgin Islands are grey meaning “limited/no data”. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 4/30/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "May Day". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "This past Friday, May 1st was International Workers Day or “May Day.” In solidarity with Amazon workers who are denied bathroom breaks and forced to use plastic bottles, British activist group Everyone Hates Elon hid over 300 bottles of fake urine with Jeff Bezo’s laughing face on them throughout the Metropolitan Museum in New York City. On May 4th, Bezos will visit the museum and be greeted by any undiscovered bottles on the occasion of their annual Met Gala that he has been nominated to chair. " Footer: "The Weather Report 5/04/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC-based wastewater map was updated on April 30th, and depicts wastewater levels for the period April 19th to April 25th. It is of note that since we unveiled a new color scheme for the wastewater map on March 11th with cool tones representing “low” and “very low” levels and warm tones representing “high” and “very high” levels, the CDC has also followed suit with an updated map color that reflects the same logic. We are pleased to see the CDC take steps to move towards an appropriate sense of visual clarity." Footer: "The Weather Report 5/04/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "National Decrease Continue". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph’s title reads “national decreases continue.” The Y-axis is COVID concentration levels from “Very Low” to “Very High”. The X-axis dates are from November 23, 2024 through April 11, 2026. The line graph peaks in December 2024 - February 2025, then again in August and September of 2025, and then most recently in December 2025 - February 2026. Currently all regions have decreased to the “Very Low” level of concentration. This is the first time that the South has decreased to this category since November of 2025. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 4/30/26, peoplescdc.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 3mo ago

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for April 20, 2026! This Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises in the United States.

Heading: "One state with 'very high' levels." Subheading: "The Weather Report 4/20/26" A map of the United States color-coded in shades of blue, green, orange, pink and purple displaying SARS-CoV-2 Wastewater Viral Activity levels from CDC Data last updated on April 16, 2026 with a time period of April 5th to April 11th. Redder tones correlate to higher viral activity. Gray indicates “Limited/No Data” and stripes indicate “limited coverage” that is based on less than 5% of the population and may not be accurate for the entire state. West Virginia is purple meaning “Very High”, Mississippi is orange meaning “Moderate. North Dakota and the Virgin Islands are grey meaning “limited/no data”, and 8 other states are green meaning “Low”. All remaining states and Guam are blue meaning “Very Low”. There is limited coverage for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Washington, and Mississippi. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 4/16/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC-based wastewater map was last updated on April 16, and depicts wastewater levels for the period April 5 - April 11, 2026. The CDC map has some new changes: moderate, high, and very high levels are now shown in yellow, orange, and red, which depict high intensity or danger." Footer: "The Weather Report 4/20/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC reports one state with “very high” and one state and one territory with “moderate” levels, and most other states and territories as “low” or “very low” levels. Four states report limited coverage, meaning only some of the state’s wastewater centers are reporting, so the data are based on less than 5% of the population, and they may not be accurate for the entire state. North Dakota and the Virgin Islands continue to report no data available. Regional data indicate that all regions have decreased to “very low” levels." Footer: "The Weather Report 4/20/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Wastewater continue to decrease". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph’s title reads “wastewater levels continue to decrease.” The Y-axis is COVID concentration levels from “Very Low” to “Very High”. The X-axis dates are from November 23, 2024 through April 11, 2026. The line graph peaks in December 2024 - February 2025, then again in August and September of 2025, and then most recently in December 2025 - February 2026. Currently all regions have decreased to the “Very Low” level of concentration. This is the first time that the South has decreased to this category since November of 2025. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 4/20/26, peoplescdc.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 4mo ago

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for April 6, 2026! This Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises in the United States.

Heading: "TN and MS with Very High Levels" Subheading: "The Weather Report 4/9/26" A map of the United States color-coded in shades of blue and teal displaying SARS-CoV-2 Wastewater Viral Activity levels from CDC Data last updated on April 2, 2026 with a time period of March 22nd to March 28th. Deeper tones correlate to higher viral activity. Gray indicates “Limited/No Data” and stripes indicate “limited coverage” that is based on less than 5% of the population and may not be accurate for the entire state. Blue which is visible in Tennessee and Mississippi and teal which is visible in Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Vermont and Virginia represent “very high” and “moderate” levels respectively. States West of Colorado all show “very low” levels, with the rest of the country showing a checkering of “low” and “very low.” Text above the map reads: Tennessee and Mississippi with “very high” levels. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 4/2/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC-based wastewater map was last updated on April 2, and depicts wastewater levels for the period March 22 - March 28, 2026. It shows low and very low levels across the country aside from “very high” levels in Mississippi and Tennessee and “moderate” levels in 5 states, mostly in the southeast. Four states have limited coverage, meaning only some of the state’s wastewater centers are reporting, and the data is based on less than 5% of the population." Footer: "The Weather Report 4/9/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Wastewater Levels Relatively Stable Nationally". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph’s title reads “Wastewater levels relatively stable nationally.” The Y axis is COVID concentration levels from “Very Low” to “Very High”. The X axis dates are from April 26, 2025 through March 28, 2026. The line graph first peaks in 2025 in September. Levels go down nationally in October, but begin trending upward in late November 2025 reaching a second peak in January and February 2026. The West and national levels have stayed the same. There is a slight uptick in levels in the Northeast and the South. Levels in the Midwest continue a sharp decline. All regions are in “very low” or “low” concentration ranges. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 4/2/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Other Respiratory Viruses". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "The CDC indicates wastewater levels for flu are “very low” nationally, which we hope indicates that this awful flu season will soon be over. This season, there have been 30 million illnesses, 370,000 hospitalizations, and 23,000 deaths. We have all been taught to tolerate flu as a baseline annoyance, accepting flu harms as unpreventable realities of cold winter months. But the reality is that we do not have to accept flu deaths." Footer: "The Weather Report 4/9/26, peoplescdc.org"
People's CDC@peoplescdc.org · 5mo ago

This is the People’s CDC bi-weekly update for March 9th, 2026! This Weather Report from the People’s CDC sheds light on the ongoing COVID pandemic and other public health crises in the United States.

Heading: "7 States Reporting “High”" Subheading: "The Weather Report 3/10/26" A map of the United States color-coded in shades of green, yellow, and red displaying COVID Wastewater Viral Activity levels from CDC Data last updated on March 5, 2026 with a time period of Feb 22nd to Feb 28th. Red tones correlate to higher viral activity. Gray indicates “limited/no data” and black outline indicate “limited coverage” where data is based on less than 5% of the population and may not be accurate for the whole state. Shades of light red, and yellow indicating “High” or “Moderate” levels are visible in the Midwest, as well as in Mississippi, Alabama, Maine and Delaware. No states are showing “very high” levels. There is “limited/no data” data for North Dakota or the U.S. Virgin Islands, and limited coverage for Mississippi, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Footer: "Source: CDC, Time Time Period: X, Data Updated: 3/5/26, PeoplesCDC.org"Heading: "The Weather". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "Wastewater levels for COVID have improved to “low” nationally. The CDC-based wastewater map was updated on March 5th, and it shows “high” levels in 7 states, “moderate” levels in 17 states, “low” levels in 15 states, and “very low” levels in 12 states and territories. Three states report limited coverage, meaning only some of the state’s wastewater centers are reporting, so the data are based on less than 5% of the population, and they may not be accurate for the entire state." Footer: "The Weather Report 3/10/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Wastewater Levels Decreasing Nationwide". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. A line graph’s title reads “wastewater levels decreasing nationwide.” The Y-axis is COVID concentration levels from “Very Low” to “Very High”. The X-axis dates are from March 29, 2025 through February 28, 2026. The line graph first peaks in 2025 in September. Levels go down nationally in October, but begin trending upward in late November 2025 reaching a second peak in early January 2026. The South, Northeast and national levels show decreases while the West and Midwest show slight increases. The Midwest and Northeast are in the “Moderate” range, national levels and the South are in “Low” and the West is in the “Very Low” range. After a prolonged time in the “Very High” and “High” ranges, this is the first time that Midwest levels have been in the “Moderate” range since early December 2025. Footer: "Source: CDC, Data Updated: 3/5/26, peoplescdc.org"Heading: "Other respiratory viruses". Along with the “People’s CDC” logo. Body text: "Measles continues to spread in the US, and since the start of 2026, the total cases have increased from 982 to 1,281. This surpasses 50% of all known cases in 2025." Footer: "The Weather Report 3/10/26, peoplescdc.org"