We’re underestimating the true impact of #COVID19, says @JeremyFarrar. 
 
To understand it fully, imagine four ripples that flow from a stone thrown into a pond 💧 ⤵️
Right now we’re in the centre, experiencing the immediate impact of #coronavirus. 
 
This includes the accelerating cases, resulting deaths and fear of the virus.
On the edge of this is the indirect health effects of #COVID19, such as missed routine vaccinations 💉 https://wellcome.ac.uk/news/while-we-wait-covid-19-vaccine-lets-not-forget-importance-vaccines-we-already-have?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=o-wellcome
While we wait for a COVID-19 vaccine, let's not forget the importance

With measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 disrupting immunisation around the globe, millions are now at risk of other deadly diseases. We must act and invest urgently to maintain routine

https://wellcome.ac.uk/news/while-we-wait-covid-19-vaccine-lets-not-forget-importance-vaccines-we-already-have?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=o-wellcome
Beyond that are the economic and social impact of the crisis. 
 
Any pandemic amplifies existing social inequalities, with wide-reaching effects. https://feature.undp.org/coronavirus-vs-inequality/
Coronavirus vs. inequality

How the coronavirus COVID-19 is exacerbating global inequalities in human development.

https://feature.undp.org/coronavirus-vs-inequality/
Surrounding all of this is geopolitics. 
 
How world powers act now will define global politics for years to come. 
 
We can choose nationalism, or we can work together to create a better, shared future.
  https://wellcome.ac.uk/news/our-response-covid-19-will-help-define-21st-century?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=o-wellcome
Our response to COVID-19 will help define the 21st century

The true impact of the COVID-19 pandemic will be felt beyond its immediate effects. Jeremy Farrar explains why the choices leaders make now will help define the 21st century.

https://wellcome.ac.uk/news/our-response-covid-19-will-help-define-21st-century?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=o-wellcome
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