COVID infections rise in Oregon, West Coast

Another COVID outbreak is sweeping parts of the country, with infections increasing on the West Coast. The summer spread has become a yearly trend as temperatures rise, fostering the spread of the virus, which thrives in steamy, hot conditions. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking growing outbreaks in about 40 states, including Oregon. The virus is also spreading in Washington, California, Arizona and Colorado in the West. Dr. Paul Cieslak, Oregon Health Authority’s medical director, said infections have been on the upswing in Oregon since April....