Norfolk Virginian-Pilot At this point, more than shots needed to slow coronavirus in Virginia, scientists say A new forecast by University of Virginia scientists indicates that even if the state were able to increase vaccinations to 85% of the population by Labor Day, Virginia would still experience a significant surge in new COVID-19 infections. https://www.pilotonline.com/news/health/vp-nw-coronavirus-case-numbers-aug-15-20210814-tmkmq66tsfbijelfvx2lbge3ii-story.html