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As you point out, vaccines are starting to bite into it. Thank you President Trump!
60 million Americans have had a first shot, heavily skewed toward the oldest and most vulnerable. Vaccination will inexorably squash COVID into the dirt.
Naturally acquired immunity from infection is probably still much greater, but the vaccine effect is catching up, and the precise targeting magnifies its effect on hospitalizations and deaths.
By the end of April, the 65+ year old population should basically all have had a first shot (who will take it).
COVID wards are already shrinking and closing in US hospitals.
Yep, even in NY those healthy 40 and up will start qualifying in two weeks. By April the JNJ vac will probably be available in local pharmacies.