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[Unlike you, I actually read (and understand) the pertinent information, scientific papers, case data, etc. Just like I did when I did this kind of work for a living.]

I don’t think it’s that difficult to understand. But some effort is required. Where numbers are concerned, report writers can use English words that have meanings quite distinct from their normal everyday usage. Unless laymen make an effort to understand the jargon, the specific meanings in the context of the report can go over their heads. And if you’re not in the profession or intellectually curious, it’s hard to see someone going the extra mile.

And if you’re not in the profession or intellectually curious, it’s hard to see someone going the extra mile.

I make an effort to put everything in clear English. But sometimes, I fail in that regard because a word or term I am using that I think is perfectly clear means something very different to my reader. It isn't always easy to determine what is the problem when that happens. Still, I do my best to communicate in everyday language.

Dealing with numbers has its own challenges. I look at the numbers, and to me, they tell a compelling story and give insight into what is really going on with the pandemic. But so many people do not understand numbers. I do get frustrated when, for example, I show the current case and death numbers along with the death rate calculation, and there are conspiracists who tell me I'm wrong about the death rate--HELLO! It's right there in the case data! Anyone can calculate it!

I have not posted enough about the trends that I am seeing.