The Second Wave

The Second Wave refers to a surge in COVID-19 cases after an initial decline, often caused by factors like relaxed restrictions, new variants, and pandemic fatigue. It results in increased infections, hospitalizations, and deaths, putting pressure on healthcare systems. Unlike the first wave, which was the initial global outbreak, the second wave can be more severe if precautions are not maintained. Managing a second wave involves reinforced safety measures, testing, contact tracing, and vaccination efforts to control the spread and avoid overwhelming healthcare resources.