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As the holidays approach, COVID-19 continues to spread and new variants are emerging. What does this mean for families looking to celebrate together? How can COVID-19 and other variants affect us after the holidays?
Scientists recommend that all people get vaccinated and anyone who’s at high risk, including senior citizens, should get a booster shot to have a safe holiday. Many doctors are worried about another COVID spike occurring after the holidays, so it's important to be fully vaccinated to prevent this from occurring. As more variants from COVID-19 emerge, some say 3 doses will most likely become the full vaccination standard for everyone.
New Vaccine Updates
On November 2nd, the CDC (The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) signed off on the vaccine for kids ages 5-11. This is great news and can be a turning point in the fight against COVID-19. As kids start getting vaccinated, this could lead to about an 8 percent decrease in infections across all age groups.
New Variants
New variants develop when COVID-19 mutates. Out of many new variants, the delta variant seems to be the most dangerous and contagious. According to the CDC, the delta variant is transmitted from one person to another easily. Being fully vaccinated can prevent you from being in severe critical conditions or even death. If you are not fully vaccinated, you should take precautions and wear a mask.
Variants are beginning to emerge all around the world, many of which are more dangerous than the original strain of the virus. As Covid-19 continues to spread, more and more new variants will be created.
How to be safe during and after the holiday season?
Wear your mask in public places
Wash your hands and have everything cleaned
Get vaccinated!
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