As we let our guards down with regard to precautions and vaccinations, experts call for continued surveillance, data-gathering and preparedness
A health care worker collects a test swab sample from a woman at a Covid-19 testing centre at a hospital in New Delhi. Experts say that not everyone with symptoms is getting tested, nor are all tests being reported reliably
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The year 2022 has been a tale of contrasts as far as the Covid-19 pandemic is concerned. In January, there was an aggressive push for vaccinations and boosters, and the threat of the Omicron variant loomed large. Twelve months down the line, most people no longer wear masks. Airports and other public places have also eased restrictions.
Experts attribute this to a host of factors, while also saying this is a good time to strengthen our preparedness for possible variants and outbreaks in the future.
(This story appears in the 30 December, 2022 issue of Forbes India. To visit our Archives, click here.)