Posting information about the dangers of the delta
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I took the vaccine because my occupation and other factors put me in one of the highest risks for developing serious complications from Covid. In addition I was concerned I could develop Covid and pass it to an immediate family member who is taking chemotherapy for leukemia. I have no regrets about taking the vaccine and I have encouraged everyone in a high risk group to take the vaccine.
I have posted about the increased risk of illness and death in the vaccinated now that the delta variant has become widespread.
My intent was not to discourage anyone from receiving the vaccine,but to point out the current vaccines are not as effective as we had hoped. I believe everyone should stay current with the Covid data as it will continue to change with each variant.
It is important to be aware of the changes in the vaccine effectiveness. Many individuals are not aware of the increased risked of the delta variant in the vaccinated population and this lack of awareness is contributing to the surge in delta infections, complications and deaths.
The decreased effectiveness of the vaccines against the delta variant is the reason for the new recommendations of distancing, masks and booster shots.
Brilacidin has the potential to be an important therapeutic against Covid and all the variants, a pancorona virus treatment. It should be obvious to anyone reviewing the data of the current status of the Covid 19 pandemic and the treatment of Covid19 that an effective antiviral against Covid 19 would be invaluable.
We should know the results of the Phase2 study soon.
New Covid cases in the US are at a record high. The daily deaths yesterday were 2677, record high was 4460 in Jan 21 2021.
Delta cases and deaths are still increasing with the delta variant surge.
https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/region/united-states
I agree an antiviral therapeutic is needed. The Vaccines are not working as well as hoped.
Herd immunity is unlikely with vaccinated individuals catching the virus at high levels with high viral loads; spreading the virus to unvaccinated as well as the vaccinated.
https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/12/herd-immunity...s-say.html
Good luck to all,
Farrell