COVID-19 has not left us behind. The new Delta Variant is spreading fast, especially in the hard hit state of Texas. On July 31, there were about 20,000 cases new cases there, and the next day, there were about 50,000 cases.
On Aug. 3, the U.S. crossed 104,000 cases in a day, while India crossed 42,000 cases, a far cry from when it was in the hundreds of thousands a day. Senator Lindsey Graham got COVID-19, even after vaccination. However, he said that he has mild symptoms, and is grateful that he got the vaccine.
The White house mentioned, and CNN reported, that 70% of US residents already have had at least one dose of a vaccine, and CNN praised President Biden, even after the target date of July 4th was missed. Until the second dose is administered, the protection is not enough. Even after the second dose, it is said to be good for 6 months, so chances are we’ll need another booster shot. I took my second shot in March 2021. Six months can pass by so quickly, and after September, I may need a booster shot. The scientists are not giving us a clear picture. Johnson and Johnson’s effectiveness is still doubtful, but people are still taking their shots. Meanwhile, Pfizer, Moderna and J&J are minting money on behalf of the taxpayers.
According to Guard World: “Authorities in Israel have delayed the entry of vaccinated individual tourists until at least Aug. 1 due to concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19 variants. Authorities had previously planned to permit vaccinated individual tourists to enter the country from July 1. Currently, only limited groups of vaccinated foreign tourists are permitted to enter Israel as part of organized tours.”
Some groups do not believe in vaccination. However, we should listen to their argument or opinion and think about it. The words of politicians, the CDC and health industry bring doubt to many persons. I don’t say that they are wrong. The scientists must have taken in consideration the positive and negative points. However, after taking vaccination, it is not guaranteed that the person will not spread the coronavirus.
In the beginning of the pandemic, the scientists were searching for all the possibilities and any information from all sides. However, due to the will of the politicians and the money power, they are seemingly trying to force vaccination upon everyone. So, the scientists are looking in one direction, rather than how effective vaccination really is. I think they are becoming biased and less neutral, as the money is pouring in bundles for looking in one direction.
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said that everyone must show vaccination ID for indoor dining, gyms and theatres. He said for New York City, “This is a miraculous place literally full of wonders.” He also added, “If you’re vaccinated, all that’s going to open up to you. But if you’re unvaccinated, unfortunately you will not be able to participate in many things.”
Due to increase in Covid cases and deaths, in many parts of the world, restrictions have been brought back in place, and leaders are pushing very hard for everyone to be vaccinated. There have already placed travel restrictions in the US in many states and cities. Some of them are requiring quarantine if someone enters a certain city or state. Also, more than 20 countries have placed restrictions on who can enter their country.
Have a wonderful week. I’ll talk to you next week.
