When we recorded this episode, the seven-day moving average of coronavirus cases in South Carolina reached a new record for 11 consecutive days.
So, after new case totals were released in the late afternoon, Tuesday became the 12th consecutive day with a record seven-day average.
Coronavirus cases are on the rise and, with almost all restrictions imposed by the state lifted and no second wave of planned stoppages, it will be up to Southern Carolinians to take steps to slow the spread of the virus.
State health experts are asking people to wear masks and practice social detachment. Based on some estimates, South Carolina has not done very well in maintaining distance so far, and the use of the mask has been inconsistent.
We spoke again with health editor Lauren Sausser and health and business reporter Mary Katherine Wildeman to talk about why coronavirus case numbers are increasing, that South Carolina County has emerged as a hotspot and why the increase has not can be explained by the increase in tests. Listen to find out.
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