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An Endless Nightmare: Navigating the Post-Omicron World
Five years into the pandemic — is the Omicron variant a “new” coronavirus?
As we approach the fifth year of the COVID-19 pandemic in December 2024, we cannot help but acknowledge the sacrifices and efforts of all those who have been part of this fight. From healthcare professionals to ordinary citizens, the dedication of millions of people has not gone unnoticed. The disease may still be active, but people appreciate individual and collective contributions, often at significant personal cost.
Ending August 2024, the United States of North America still grapples with over a million daily cases. In certain areas, a quarter of the population is infected. This fact underscores the crucial role each individual plays in controlling the spread of the virus. Your actions matter, and your personal vigilance and adherence to safety measures can make a significant difference. It is a responsibility we all share, and by taking individual actions, we can empower ourselves to make a difference.
Vaccines matter.
Good news! During the pandemic period, a phenomenon of interest has occurred: the massive administration of the new vaccines plus the hundreds of millions of infected and reinfected generated a natural…