Seven states should be on alert for rising coronavirus cases over Labor Day weekend, Fauci says
As many states enter the seventh month of mask-wearing and quarantine, the coronavirus continues to spread nationwide.
The disease has infected more than 6.2 million people in the United States, according to the latest data compiled by Johns Hopkins University. Of that figure, more than 187,000 people have died. Anticipating a surge over the holiday weekend, the White House doubled down on the message to practice social distancing and wear masks.
On a phone call earlier this week, Fauci and Vice President Mike Pence asked governors to continue to enforce mask-wearing and social distancing, Bloomberg reported. and "apply common sense." "As we begin Labor Day weekend, America's unprecedented economic recovery continues," Trump said, speaking at a White House briefing.Do you have a personal experience with the coronavirus you'd like to share? Or a tip on how your town or community is handling the pandemic? Please emailfrom Business Insider Intelligence on how COVID-19 is affecting industries.Sign up now for Insider Today for regular insights and analysis from Henry Blodget & David Plotz.
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