In Scotland, after the introduction of vaccines, safety measures were gradually lifted. While the risk of acute infection has significantly decreased, the threat of severe outcomes such as death and long-term effects from COVID, known as long COVID, remains. Scientific papers emphasise that COVID infections can still cause substantial harm, and repeat infections increase the risk of severe consequences. Vulnerable or careful individuals face challenges finding places where people wear masks and ventilate indoor spaces. This negatively impacts mental health as it forces them to sacrifice social interactions and entertainment. Moreover, seeking healthcare becomes a concern when health settings lack mask-wearing and proper ventilation (CO2 meters could measure this).
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