A friend’s mother, who is head of Infectious Disease at a major hospital in PA (not near a large Jewish community) reported that there is now a second wave of patients after a lull with nearly none. However, the first wave of patients were hospitalized on average for 5-8 days, while the new wave of patients are being hospitalized on average for 2-5 days.
This is good news, as it can *possibly* mean A) the virus is somewhat weaker or B) treatment modalities are improving. However, it can also be explained by C) the demographics being younger or healthier (as those at higher risk may be taking greater precautions).
Disclaimer: Please do not use this information to ease up your personal restrictions. This is an observation by one doctor, without the reasoning behind it. Do NOT assume it means there is a lesser strain going around.