COVID Surges Could Infect 100 Million Americans Later This Year 5/8/22 https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220508/covid-surges-could-infect-100-million-americans-later-this-year
sistateacher’s thoughts
100 million infections are an astounding prediction
“The 100 million infections slated to come this fall and winter will likely be due to new Omicron subvariants that can escape immunity, officials said. The projection is based on a range of models that assume the Omicron subvariants — not a new or dramatically different coronavirus variant — will continue to drive infections.“
It’s challenging to trust governmental predictions of coronavirus and one must have individual accountability for being proactive about one’s health. That’s the problem, government officials have missed the mark regarding communication about the best ways to handle the transmission of the coronavirus. It is CONGREGATING that’s a major problem. Also, people want to maintain the same behavior and expect different results. More than 1,000,000,000 people will die from this infectious disease. There are domino effects resulting from the deaths that adversely impact families, neighborhoods, communities, etc.
This is not a joke!!!
The people who have recovered from having been infected with this virus have lasting symptoms which is called “long covid.” Get it together people because all of our lives are at stake along with our future.
Based on the article, there are approximately 4 months to prepare and govern ourselves accordingly. Sadly, only time will tell how well we will prepare for what’s next.
In the meantime, pray for all nations, wear a mask, maintain a quarantine, avoid congregated settings, get vaccinated, and get boosted. It is a collective effort for all of our collective health and wellbeing.
Published by Viva White, PhD, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, MAC, ACS, SAP
I am a native Patersonian. In 2001, I received my BSW degree from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a double minor in Public Policy and African American Studies. Afterward, I entered the MSW program with Advanced Standing at Yeshiva University. In 2004, I received my Master's degree in Social Work, and in 2022, I earned my Ph.D. in Social Welfare from Yeshiva University-Wurzweiler School of Social Work. The research study topic was "The Phenomenological Exploration of Academic Re-engagement for High School Completion." The qualitative method was employed to examine students who leave high school before graduation and choose service-learning as a means of high school completion.
Professionally, I hold credentials as a School Social Worker, Supervision in Field Instruction (SIFI) supervisor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), and Substance Abuse Professional (SAP).
My practice experience has been in the areas of substance abuse with/without medication assistance, mental health, and education/special education. Currently, I am a Program Coordinator, Adjunct Professor, Community Advocate, Activist, and Organizer, Founder/Executive Director of Balm In Gilead Community Services, Inc., a non-profit organization in the City of Newark, Chief Executive Officer of Making Connections Professional Services LLC, and a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc 💙🤍🕊️
My professional goal is to formulate and implement policies to address the systemic issues related to racism, poverty, education, violence, and health care. Also, advocate and articulate the negative effect of those issues to decision-makers for providing a better understanding of the impact/outcome of those decisions upon individuals, families, and communities.
#advocate #activist #organizer who talks about #love #wellness #antiviolence #wellbeing #socialwork #mentalhealth #education #health #antiracism #poverty
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