The article explores the reasons why positive news about COVID-19 vaccines, such as their effectiveness in preventing severe disease and the potential of natural immunity from previous infection, may not be sinking in among the public.

The author discusses the taboo surrounding the concept of herd immunity in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Norman Doidge reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic through the lens of history and neuroscience, drawing parallels to the Great Plague of London and Machiavelli's insights on recognizing and addressing crises early.