It's so much better to get outside even though it's after dark by the time we get a chance to.

Finally, keep an eye on local respiratory virus dashboards. Even though surveillance has been weakened, many health departments still report wastewater trends, lab positivity, hospitalization rates. When you see a sharp rise mask up, limit crowded indoor events, & lean on your layers of protection.

So what can you do, given all this?
– Get vaccinated early. Cross-protection still matters, even if the strain drifts.
– Upgrade your indoor air. HEPA filters, open windows, or even a Corsi-Rosenthal box can dramatically reduce viral particles.
– Mask when cases rise. N95s work