An opinion on herd immunity

Herd immunity. While this term is commonplace in my professional life, chances are these words rarely graced the dinner table prior to 2020. It is more settling to think of herds of cattle than herds of people. Yet, now we are immersed in a world where the fi elds of public health, epidemiology, and medical science surround us whether we like it or not. Here are the top 5 things I wish we all knew…