Why are covid numbers surging despite rising vaccinations?

Pandemic fatigue, new variants, and false sense of security. Let& #39;s tackle each one, shall we?

The pandemic is not over.
THE PANDEMIC IS NOT OVER.

Just because you miss going to the bar does not make it safe. 1/?

People have stopped washing their hands as regularly, ignoring social distancing, and generally returning to normal life.

It is still not safe to eat in a restaurant. Order takeout and tip 20%.
We are tired of regulations and want to get back to how life was before. 2/?

New variants.

Because we& #39;ve allowed the virus to ramp back up, it& #39;s mutating. New forms infect people faster, younger, and harder.

And are spreading like wildfire because we& #39;ve decided international travel is just... ok again? 3/?

Lastly, you are not fully immune to this virus even if you are fully vaccinated.

People can, and have, been infected after vaccination. You still need to wear a mask, don& #39;t trust strangers who tell you they& #39;re vaccinated, and be smart. 4/5

Bottom line: We are almost there.

I know it sucks that you& #39;ve missed more than a year of parties, the weddings, and family.

But 10 years from now you& #39;re not going to remember your shitty birthday party, but you will still remember the loss of a family member or dear friend.