How the Pandemic Will End

5/31/2020

This article from The Atlantic discusses the possible outcomes of the coronavirus pandemic and how it might eventually end. It explores various scenarios, including the development of a vaccine, antibody immunity, and herd immunity. The article also delves into the potential long-term impacts of the virus on society, such as changes in public health infrastructure and the way we work and travel. It concludes that the end of the pandemic will likely come through a combination of medical advancements and societal adaptation, although the timeline and specific outcome remain uncertain.

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