According to a report made available today from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, weekly COVID-19 cases among college-aged youth increased 55% nationally between August 2 and September 5. Young adults, including those enrolled in colleges and universities, should take precautions, including mask wearing, social distancing, and hand hygiene, and follow local, state, and federal guidance for minimizing the spread of COVID-19. Institutions of higher education should take action to promote healthy environments.
The report can be obtained at https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6939e4.htm?s_cid=mm6939e4_w.