ORLANDO, Fla. – The World Health Organization said Monday that the global coronavirus pandemic is still “growing exponentially,” with more than 4.4 million new COVID-19 cases reported last week.
Despite levels that are nearly eight times higher than a year ago, many countries are easing restrictions, which experts say could prolong the crisis. [TRENDING: Teen killed when stepping on power line during storm | NY judge killed in Fla.
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