covid-19
😷 Covid symptoms are getting milder
Despite covid-19 variant XEC showing concerning early results in the laboratory, hospitalizations are fewer than previous winters. The majority of those infected are either asymptomatic or experience only mild cold symptoms that can be confused with seasonal allergies.
💉 Covid vaccines saved 20 million lives during first year of the pandemic
The Covid vaccine saved an estimated 20 million lives globally during the first year the vaccine was available. Data shows that mortality was significantly higher among unvaccinated individuals, particularly during virus outbreaks. At least 25 million people died in the pandemic.
💉 Third vaccine dose offers elderly excellent protection
A third dose of covid-19 vaccine provides very good protection even for the elderly who are more vulnerable to more serious COVID-19.