(NPR) CDC Director Fears 'Impending Doom' If U.S. Opens Too Quickly

CDC Director Fears 'Impending Doom' If U.S. Opens Too Quickly



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CDC Director Fears 'Impending Doom' If U.S. Opens Too Quickly






Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the CDC's director, said Monday that she is "scared" by the rising number of coronavirus cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the United States.



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CDC Director Fears 'Impending Doom' If U.S. Opens Too Quickly



"Just please hold on a little while longer," said Dr. Rochelle Walensky, warning of a possible fourth surge. U.S. coronavirus cases are up 10% over the previous week.