As spring arrived in the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on March 30 that only two states had increases or likely increases in coronavirus infections. The CDC also noted a decline or likely decline in infections in 29 states and territories, with infections being described as “stable or uncertain” in 19 areas. Despite these trends, a national covid-19 forecast predicts up to 3,400 daily covid hospital admissions in late April. The total number of deaths due to covid-19 in the U.S. has reached nearly 1.2 million, according to the CDC’s Covid Data Tracker.
Health experts continue to recommend vaccination as a way to protect against a range of respiratory viruses, including the virus that causes covid-19. Good hygiene practices such as covering your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, washing hands frequently with soap and water or using hand sanitizer, and regularly cleaning frequently touched surfaces are also advised.
Although covid-19 has been prevalent for multiple years, there are still individuals who have not contracted the virus. Referred to as “super-dodgers” or “novids,” these individuals made up nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults and older teens by late 2022, according to various academic and medical groups citing CDC information. While more recent data was not available at the time of publication, it is likely that the number of novids has decreased since 2022. This article is part of The Post’s “Big Number” series, which examines the statistical aspects of health issues and provides additional information and relevant research through hyperlinks
