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A ‘Very, Very Contagious’ Coronavirus Subvariant Is Causing Cases to Rise Again
I thought I was being so careful — think again.
I received the first two Covid vaccines and the booster. I thought I’d wait on the second booster as the science wasn’t clear.
Some experts suggested waiting as a new variant may be looming, and another booster wouldn’t protect us against it.
Plus, the second booster may weaken our defenses against a new strain.
I decided to wait.
Monday night, I felt a tickle in the back of my throat. I attributed it to my allergies that had been present.
Tuesday morning, I realized it was more than allergies. I took my temperature, and sure enough — 100.2.
Today is day three of fever, chest congestion, and coughing.
I’m strong, healthy, and vaccinated. Because of this, I’ve been maskless when grocery shopping and out hiking, playing pickleball, and other activities.
Still, I’ve been cautious and, when available, dining out on a patio rather than indoors. I’ve also kept several feet between me and others when possible.
One perhaps reckless activity I partook in was an indoor pickleball class with 14 other maskless…
