# COVID’s Summer Surge Is Here | Birmingham News

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Podcast: [Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/birmingham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7604728)
Published: 2026-09-05T17:13:55+00:00
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Another COVID surge is here—but don’t panic. Cases are rising nationwide, except in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Iowa (which didn’t report), but wastewater data and ER visits remain low. Experts expected this mid-summer wave—it’s part of the annual pattern. Symptoms? Still familiar: cough, fatigue, fever—but some are reporting more stomach issues like nausea or diarrhea. Hospitals aren’t overwhelmed yet. This one’s predictable, and manageable for now. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/30ec29ef65ae43ab

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