Although COVID-19 is currently not dominating the headlines, it has not gone away and it would be prudent to remain vigilant to avoid unpleasant surprises. … Read more
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Why drugs will not end the COVID-19 pandemic
An increasing number of anti-COVID-19 therapies raises hopes that they will enable us to return to the pre-pandemic normal. Although new therapeutics will play a … Read more
It does not matter whether COVID-19 is pandemic or endemic
There is much debate about whether COVID-19 may have moved from the pandemic to the endemic phase, with many thinking that ‘endemic’ would mean a … Read more
Should we worry about a dangerous Omicron-Delta hybrid variant?
Coronaviruses like SARS-CoV-2 can exchange genetic material when they infect the same host. Given that both the Omicron and the Delta variant are circulating in … Read more
You have to judge for yourself whether the removal of formal COVID-19 restrictions is bold or reckless – Here are some considerations.
There will always be uncertainty about when is the right time to introduce or remove COVID-19 restrictions. Clear guidance and communication of what the removal … Read more
If we want our lives back, we have to prepare to live with COVID-19 forever.
By Martin Michaelis and Mark Wass. The Omicron variant has resulted in the introduction of new restrictions around the globe. Although we do not yet … Read more
Coronavirus: no lessons learnt.
A recent report by MPs entitled ‘Coronavirus: lessons learned to date’ has pointed out major shortcomings in the response to COVID-19. Despite the title, it … Read more
If we face another lockdown, it will be our own fault
We cannot predict the future, and we do not know whether another lockdown is coming. Instead, we do know what we can do to reduce … Read more
Is accelerating in front of a blind bend the right way to deal with uncertainty?
By Martin Michaelis and Mark Wass. The discussion about our approach towards COVID-19 is largely a dispute about how to deal with uncertainty, due to … Read more
COVID-19 projections are not about ‘getting it right’
Estimations about the progression of the pandemic are projections but never accurate predictions. The future remains unpredictable. However, projections provide us with valuable information about … Read more