Summary

5 years after the U.S. declared COVID-19 a public health emergency, the virus remains a persistent threat, continuing to claim thousands of lives.

COVID-19 is now integrated into daily life, with predictable seasonal peaks and ongoing high rates of illness and hospitalization.

Low vaccination rates, particularly for updated vaccines, contribute to severe outcomes, including the development of long COVID, which affects a portion of survivors.

Ongoing virus mutations necessitate annual vaccine updates and public health measures, as experts warn COVID-19 may become more severe in future outbreaks.

  • Imgonnatrythis@sh.itjust.works
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    6 hours ago

    Not to worry - this time we are ready for it!

    I’m stocked on TP, bleach juice boxes, I’m avoiding contact with vaccinated libs, and I’ve got a crystal skull in every room in the house.