Not so long ago in February of 2020 Coronavirus Covid-19 reached the shores of the U.S. It was said to have originated in Wuhan, China 2 months earlier. It’s been on a steady climb ever since and it’s not only in the U.S. It has spread worldwide affecting almost 100 million people. Yes, life, as we know it, has changed.
The progression of Covid cases at one point was moderate. Now that has changed and Covid-19 cases are spreading like wildfire. Why are COVID-19 cases increasing right now?
COVID-19 is accelerating dramatically
New cases of Covid has increased substantially. In November of 2020, the case count spiked from 10 million to 13 million here in this country. In most states, the transmission is on the rise and hospitals are feeling the strain.
The daily count of new cases has increased 17% from the average 2 weeks ago. We’re now adding around 165,000 confirmed cases daily.
But why is it spreading so fast right now?
It’s believed that many got lax in safeguarding for themselves and others causing an upswing in the numbers. Taking precautions is serious and we see that now. Not wearing a mask when going out isn’t an option. Social distancing and washing your hands often isn’t an option.
We all have to do our part to slow and stop the spread of this disease. It’s spreading so fast because some are not taking it seriously thereby not doing their part. So many have already lost their lives, let’s do what we can to reduce that number.
State and local government should also do their part
Some have rolled back restrictions which have also aided in an upswing of Covid cases. There are some states that never put any regulations into place until after the virus started spreading. Like closing the barn door after the horse has gotten out. A little too late don’t you think? Many could’ve been spared had there been a plan in place.
Family and covid 
Airports were packed full of travelers going from one place to another to be with their family members for the holidays. Unfortunately, it became a superspreader event. We all miss and want to see our family but not at a price. Zoom, What’s App, or even Messenger could’ve been used to see their faces. After Thanksgiving and Christmas, there was an acceleration in cases and they’re still on the rise.
Pandemic fatigue is everywhere
Being inside is taking a toll on everyone but we must stay vigilant. This is something none of us vouched for or has ever encountered before. It’s unfamiliar and we’re taking our cues as we go along. If you must go out wear a mask, practice safe distancing and wash and sanitize your hands frequently. Don’t let your guard down and become numb to the facts, which some have done.
Frontline workers and hospitals are overwhelmed
They’re overworked and they’re depending on you to do the right thing. Some hospitals are at full capacity with others getting there fast. Makeshift facilities are set up in the parking lot because there’s no more room inside the hospitals. That should be enough to make us all sit up and take notice but we are not.
So many are still not following the rules. What else will it take? Until this disease is gotten under control, preventing the spread should be our number one goal thereby keeping ourselves and others safe.
Giving your immune system a boost with healthy foods can also help
In addition to safeguards that are already in place, there’s evidence that nutrition and other lifestyle measures influence immune strength and susceptibility to infectious diseases.
Whether these measures do or do not influence susceptibility to COVID-19 or its clinical course is not known yet. However, there is every reason to put what we do know about foods and immune defenses to use.
Eating a low-fat, plant-based diet may help give the immune system a boost. Studies have shown that fruits and vegetables provide nutrients – like beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin E, that can boost immune function.
Want to reduce the numbers?
Focus on the main objective that we’ve had since day 1…which is reducing the spread.
- Stay home if you’re sick
- Wear a mask when going out
- Social distance
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
- Wash and sanitize your hands
- Do this and we should be able to slow and stop the spread.
Protect your family and friends
Help stop the spread. We have to stay mindful and attentive in our everyday lives. We can do this…we can take these simple steps to help slow the spread and protect ourselves, our families and our communities.
Isaiah 58 vs 11 (NLT)
11 The Lord will guide you continually, watering your life when you are dry and keeping you healthy, too. You will be like a well-watered garden like an ever-flowing spring
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