From weddings to dinner out, how wholesome gatherings could bring next COVID-19 wave

Posted : 30 Oct, 2020 06:24 PM

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There are growing concerns that the coronavirus might be spiking again in Los Angeles County.



Officials have been desperately trying to keep infection rates down as the fall and winter holiday season approaches. On Thursday, the county announced its highest one-day increase in cases not connected to a reporting backlog since August.



There has been much focus on the role of social gatherings tied to the Lakers' and Dodgers' recent championship runs as possible causes — including images of the Dodgers' Justin Turner celebrating with teammates Tuesday despite having tested positive for the virus.

But experts say the risks go well beyond world championships. A huge problem is COVID fatigue: people resuming old routines after months of restrictions.

So how can seemingly wholesome celebrations turn into potentially deadly coronavirus outbreaks?

Los Angeles County's public health director, Barbara Ferrer, tried to answer that question this week, showcasing three national examples that explain how it can happen.

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