Roundup: Experts warn of catastrophic post-holiday COVID-19 surge in U.S.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 30 (Xinhua) -- As lots of Americans are heading home or traveling for holidays, public health experts are warning of another possible catastrophic COVID-19 surge that could hit the United States hard.

Holidays have proven to be a catalyst of COVID-19 infections across the country. The United States have witnessed significant upticks in infections during or after holidays earlier this year, with the largest surge in infections, deaths and hospitalizations appearing after Thanksgiving.