WHO Warns of Potential Dangers of Repeat Reinfection as COVID Levels Underreported

The WHO warns that COVID levels are 2 to 19 times higher than reported globally, citing wastewater data, and expresses concerns about the potential dangers of repeat COVID infection and the long-term effects of the virus. The organization emphasizes the ongoing impact of the pandemic, with hospitalizations and deaths continuing to rise, and highlights the underreporting of data from many countries. Additionally, the WHO raises concerns about the lack of preparedness for a more severe variant of the virus and urges continued vigilance and mitigation measures to address the evolving situation.