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California COVID surge continues as masks urged

Original: # California # COVID surge continues. Masks masks masks. (Terrifying cheerful graphic from? based on? https:// pmc19.com

A new COVID-19 wave is building in California, with case numbers continuing to rise and renewed calls for people to wear masks indoors. Public health trackers linked to the Pandemic Mitigation Collaborative are being shared widely, showing the surge's trajectory, while commentators question the gap between the alarming data and the upbeat style of its graphics.

Why now: A renewed COVID surge in California is prompting fresh debate about masking and public health messaging.

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• # California # COVID surge continues. Masks masks masks. (Terrifying cheerful graphic from? based on? https:// pmc19.com/interactive.php I got it from @ violetblue 's Threat Model newsletter.) · metagrrrl · 11

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