Children are back in school and the summer season is winding now, but COVID numbers in Texas are surging, according to the Centers for Disease Control .

In Texas, the CDC also reported ‘Very High’ wastewater viral activity level of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) for the overall state or territory during the week of August 24, 2025 - August 30, 2025.

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In the Greater Houston area, counties including Harris, Montgomery and Galveston were also reporting ‘Very High’ levels .

It’s not unusual for cases to rise during back-to-school season. Children are returning to classrooms after summer travel and interacting with their peers again.

According to the CDC, here are the symptoms o

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