Leslie Chu, Justin Clarel, Zoya Melkova, Heather Sue Rosen, Marisa Swanson
The Associated Press article below describes hospitals’ reinstatement of masking policies and offers speculation from authorities, including CDC director Mandy Cohen, on the path of the early 2024 respiratory virus season. This article does not explain how these authorities reached their conclusions, which contradicts the need for increased protective measures when infections are expected to rise. Stricter hospital regulations show cause for concern about the virus season while authorities minimize it. The writer’s mixed messaging leaves readers without clear guidance on whether or how to take protective steps. Check out the main issues highlighted here.
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July 11, 2024
