Covid-19 summer wave, peak mosquito season, two Cyclospora deaths (and the outbreak calming down), and more

The month of August brings a mix of health news including a peak mosquito season, a summer Covid-19 wave, and signs that an outbreak of explosive diarrhea, Cyclospora, may be calming down. However, two deaths have been reported in connection with this outbreak.

The discussion around Covid-19 has been quite prevalent in both traditional and social media, with some experts suggesting it could be a strategic move ahead of the midterms. The concern is that this could be a distraction from discussing what went wrong and right during the pandemic, which has already been a highly polarizing event.

In terms of personal advice, the author recommends ignoring social media content that may cause unnecessary stress and focusing on what truly matters. They also suggest getting the spring Covid-19 shot if you're over 65 and haven't received it yet. Additionally, there's positive news on the Cyclospora front, with the number of positive test results decreasing, indicating a potential slowdown in the outbreak.