An expert in health metrics from the University of Washington says Americans are moving around too much for the COVID-19 pandemic to end.<br />According to CNN, Dr. Christopher Murray says that's because when case numbers diminish, people tend to interact more.<br />The movement associated with that interaction signals how the virus will spread along with the carriers.<br />Dr. Murray said precautions taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 need to stay consistent -- whether the numbers are coming down or not.<br />While Americans are moving around at a pre-pandemic rate, Murray said Friday that the rate of mask use has risen by roughly 5% in the last 10 days.<br />The rise was particularly noticeable in states with higher caseloads, like California, Texas and Florida. That could save tens of thousands of lives.
