COVID Update: Today we hit the 2 year mark of the pandemic being declared by the WHO.
Here’s what we’re up against & what it means for what’s ahead. 1/
A- What makes SARS-CoV-2 unique?
There are more lethal bugs. There are more contagious bugs. But there are a combination of features which make this a particularly difficult enemy. 2/
SARS-CoV-2 is noteworthy for being a highly adaptable, shape-shifting virus.
To survive it’s has shorted the incubation cycle, altered its point of attack to avoid vaccines, become more infectious with kids & it’s only a couple of years in. 3/
NEW: Pfizer files for approval of vaccines for kids 0-5.
There is more to this story and for people paying attention, I will add more info here soon. 1/
The last group of people to get approved for vaccinations also live under the most stringent rules, they have broad exposure & themselves can be highly infectious.
Leaving parents often with few good choices. 2/
In all likelihood only a small portion of the public will vaccinate their youngest kids.
For all the talk of politics driving vaccine decisions, it’s really age. 9 of 10 85 year olds are vaccinated & close to 9 in 10 10 year olds are not.3/
COVID Update: February 2022 would be a perfect time for a reset in our pandemic response to face whatever lies ahead m. 1/
A proper reset would include the best statement of the facts as we know them, clear messaging about what to expect, and a commitment of resources and initiatives to give all of us the tools we need. 2/
So what are the facts?
We have a wily, shape-shifting & unpredictable virus. It will continue to mutate.
We have a vaccine that if taken can prevent death in most people & boosters or antivirals for people who a vaccine won’t protect alone. 3/