Covid-19 cases are surging in 46 states. In one hot spot, hospitalized patients are younger than ever, doctor says

'In recent weeks, we've been seeing a much younger population,' he said. 'We're seeing a lot of people in their 30s, 40s, early 50s. We're seeing some teenagers and some pediatric patients as well.' In St. Louis County, officials said the rate of new cases jumped by 63% over the past two weeks. 'A tidal wave is coming towards our unvaccinated populations,' County Executive Sam Page said. 'This variant is spreading quickly, and this variant has the ability to devastate those in its wake. And that is why it is so critical to get vaccinated now.'