Are COVID Cases Rising Again?

Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry

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’re in a different phase. COVID isn't the new unknown enemy anymore; we’ve learned a lot about it, and we’ve developed ways to manage it.

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

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

That’s why in this episode, we’ll explore the reasons behind the seasonal spikes, the role of wastewater monitoring in tracking COVID, and the impact of vaccinations and boosters. We’ll 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:

“Empower yourself for better health. If you don’t 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.” – Dr. Berry Pierre

“The 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.” – Dr. Berry Pierre

“A 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’re not getting the adequate level of care to move forward.” – Dr. Berry Pierre

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