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So, let's address the questions on everyone's mind: Are COVID cases on the rise again? And if they are, should we be worried about it?

In this episode, I want to take you through the current situation regarding COVID cases. We all remember the initial chaos and fear when the pandemic first hit. It was a time of uncertainty, lockdowns, and relentless news updates. But now, we\u2019re in a different phase. COVID isn't the new unknown enemy anymore; we\u2019ve learned a lot about it, and we\u2019ve developed ways to manage it.

If you\u2019re new to this channel, welcome. I\u2019m Dr. Berry Pierre, and in this community, we stay informed and proactive about our health. For my long-time listeners, you know that we\u2019ve talked about COVID being a seasonal threat, much like the flu. However, unlike the flu, COVID has two peak seasons \u2013 winter and summer. As we find ourselves in the middle of another hot summer, it\u2019s time to talk about why COVID cases are on the rise again.

But before you start stocking up on hand sanitizers and masks, let\u2019s break down what\u2019s really happening. Why are the cases rising now? Where are they rising the most? And importantly, how should we respond to this uptick?

That\u2019s why in this episode, we\u2019ll explore the reasons behind the seasonal spikes, the role of wastewater monitoring in tracking COVID, and the impact of vaccinations and boosters. We\u2019ll also discuss practical steps you can take to stay safe during these times.

So, join me as we navigate through the latest COVID trends and empower ourselves with knowledge and actionable steps to stay healthy.

Why you need to check this episode:

• COVID Cases Rising: COVID cases are rising again, especially in the southern and western parts of the United States, due to increased indoor gatherings and travel during the summer.
• Wastewater Monitoring: Wastewater testing is now a key method for tracking COVID levels and identifying hotspots.
• Vaccinations and Boosters: Staying up-to-date with vaccinations and boosters remains crucial in preventing severe outcomes.
• Precautionary Measures: Wearing masks in high-risk areas, washing hands, and using hand sanitizers are essential steps to mitigate the spread of COVID.

Notable Quotes:

\u201cEmpower yourself for better health. If you don\u2019t empower yourselves to be able to make these decisions, you allow yourself to stay in a relationship that will be detrimental to you, and you only.\u201d \u2013 Dr. Berry Pierre

\u201cThe worst thing to do is to leave one doctor because of one set of problems, and then go to another doctor who has the same set of problems.\u201d \u2013 Dr. Berry Pierre

\u201cA bad doctor-patient relationship always hurts the patient, so you have to know when to fire that doctor, when to recognize that the communication, the respect, the trust level, the inaccessibility, is just too much for you to handle, and more importantly, when you\u2019re not getting the adequate level of care to move forward.\u201d \u2013 Dr. Berry Pierre

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