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Originally Posted by mrmistoffelees
Yet as per usual you miss the obvious, the higher the rate of infection, the greater the chance of a mutation leading to either vaccine escape or a significant reduction in the amount of protection offered by current vaccines.
Consider the Lambda variant, whilst not yet marked as a variant of concern the scientists do have some worries as research/investigation continues.
Whilst we do (and have) need to get back to a degree of normality. We should exercise caution & be planning for what's required in the event a new variant that could escape the vaccine etc. this means balancing people's freedoms with ensuring that we're significantly better prepared than we were.
To think that this is all over is at best folly, at worst utter stupidity.
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And for how long do we hide in the cupboard under the stairs this time?
No way, the vaccinations are out there and these will be modified with boosters to tackle the variants.
The time for locking down and donning space masks has had its day. Time to move on and realise that this is not a 100% safe world. Never has been, never will be.
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Originally Posted by jfman
Why change the habit of a pandemic.
It's over. Mission accomplished. No more state diktats.
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It is now for the scientists to monitor this virus and to take the necessary steps to factor in the changes to the vaccination boosters.
The public can start to relax now, adjusting their habits to align with the nature and intensity of any changes in the threat posed by the virus. Legislation to enforce restrictions is not necessary now in this country.