Why the Delta Variant Reset Pandemic Expectations

Ed Yong: “In simple terms, many people who caught the original virus didn’t pass it to anyone, but most people who catch Delta create clusters of infection. That partly explains why cases have risen so explosively. It also means that the virus will almost certainly be a permanent part of our lives, even as vaccines blunt its ability to cause death and severe disease.”

Key takeaway from infectious disease expert Inci Yildirim: “If you’re vaccinated, you did the best thing you can do, and there’s no reason to feel pessimistic. You’re safe. But you will need to think about how safe you want people around you to be.”