Feet like to get infected, athlete’s foot and toenail fungus are very common. Go to the pharmacy and get the prescribed medications. Is that the end of the story? No! Your shoes and your socks can foil the cure. Why do I bring this up? Because simplistic thinking does not solve health problems.
BTW, I have not heard any Covid outbreaks lately. Has it been eradicated? Has the virus been exterminated? What is keeping the world covid free? Any ideas? Any facts?
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No, COVID-19 has not been eradicated. While outbreaks may not be as widely reported as in the past, the virus still exists, and cases are still occurring globally. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported an increase in global SARS-CoV-2 activity, with test positivity rates reaching levels not seen since July 2024.
Several factors contribute to the perception of decreased COVID-19 activity:
- Reduced Testing and Reporting:
Many countries have reduced their focus on widespread testing and reporting of cases, leading to fewer reported outbreaks.
- Increased Immunity:
Widespread vaccination and prior infections have likely led to increased population immunity, reducing the severity and spread of the virus.
- Variant Evolution:
The virus may have mutated into less severe forms, or it may be circulating at lower levels without causing significant outbreaks.
- Public Health Measures:
Ongoing public health measures, such as mask-wearing in certain settings and increased awareness of hygiene practices, may be helping to control transmission.
However, it is important to remember that the pandemic is not over, and COVID-19 remains a public health concern. The WHO continues to monitor the situation and encourages continued vigilance and preventative measures.
COVID-19 - Global Situation - World Health Organization (WHO)
28 May 2025 — Global SARS-CoV-2 activity has been increasing, with the test positivity rate reaching 11%, levels that have not been o…
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