WHO warns of second peak & cautions against easing restrictions

President Trump has been eager to scale back coronavirus restrictions in hopes of restoring the US economy. However, the World Health Organization warns against lifting back shelter-in-place orders too quickly, as this could lead to an immense growth in the number of new cases. Mike Ryan, head of the WHO's health emergencies program, warns that countries could experience another peak in the number of coronavirus cases even before the second wave, which is expected to hit in a few months.

However, enforcing coronavirus restrictions is becoming increasingly difficult as summer approaches. Over the Memorial Day weekend, Americans crowded pools and stands and danced together in the streets, blatantly disregarding social distancing guidelines. In response to viral images of partners at the Lake of the Ozarks, St. Louis County officials issued a travel advisory.


Party at Lake of the Ozarks


Based on the weekend's occurrences, the prospects of keeping coronavirus cases in check seems bleak. We must all continue to do our part in preventing the spread of the virus by staying at home, social distancing, and wearing masks when exiting our homes.

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1. How can we effectively encourage people to stay home amidst the festivities that come with the summer months?
2. Based on how things are going now, do you believe that there could be another peak in the number of coronavirus cases before the peak that is expected to hit in a few months? Elaborate.