Viruses change over time, particularly when acclimating to a new host. Variants increase as prevalence increases.
The Great Barrington Clowns proposed letting the virus run rampant through young adults as a way of protecting more at-risk, elderly demographics. (1/4)

It was a barbaric & unethical approach, but also displayed a misunderstanding of how viruses work. We're seeing new variants with reduced antibody neutralization. If the virus is afforded chances to adapt itself and escape antibody neutralization, it will gladly do so. (2/4)

Hence these next few months will be critical. Mask wearing, distancing, hygiene, ventilation, etc. are as important now as ever. The vaccines are incredible, but mass immunization campaigns are tough, and getting the general population fully protected will take time. (3/4)

So if you haven't been vaccinated, wear a mask, keep your distance, wash your hands, avoid crowded indoor areas.
If you have been vaccinated, do that as well.

And ignore the Great Barrington Clowns (4/4)
#MaskUp