S States on Thursday reported record single day increases in Cove in 19 infections, further evidence that the pandemic is accelerating a new as cooler weather takes hold in many parts of the country.

In the month of October alone, 28 states have reported their daily record high of co vid 19 cases, and on Thursday, Indiana, North Dakota, Illinois and several other states posted daily records, according to a Reuters analysis.

It comes a day after the number of coronavirus deaths reported across the country reached its highest in two months, along with spikes in cases and deaths.

The number of Cove in 19 patients in US hospitals climbed to a two month high in Wisconsin, a coded 19 hot spot where this week Milwaukee residents waited in a long line of vehicles to get tested.

Hospitals are feeling the strain.

I feel like we're at the limits of overwhelming the health system right now in Madison, Wisconsin, Dr Alexandra Wick says.

Just weeks ago, she had no patience with Cove in 19.