Everyone has different areas of interest and concerns. It is important for me to write about the things that matter that I am passionate about but also have concerns about. I hope there will be an audience who will resonate with my writing, and who will continue to support.

The warm weather

The warm weather has reduced the spread of the virus, which means we've been able to go about our lives with relative ease. Going into the winter months, Covid is still a reality, and it hasn't entirely gone away.

There is a new strain

There is a new strain, therefore it is important to continue practicing good hygiene habits such as washing hands regularly, wearing a mask indoors and crowded spaces and maintaining social distance wherever possible.

We also need to be mindful

We also need to be mindful of our actions and how they may impact others, particularly for those who are more vulnerable. This can be a difficult time, but it is important to continue to follow guidelines set out by health authorities, because those haven't changed, to keep ourselves and those around us safe.

Here are some key things you can continue to do to protect yourself and others from Covid:

• Wear a mask in indoor public spaces, particularly if you are in an area with high transmission rates or with people who are not in your immediate household;
• Practice social distancing by keeping at least six feet of distance from others;
• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or use hand sanitiser when it is not available;
• Avoid large gatherings or crowded spaces, especially if you are in a high-risk group or have not been vaccinated;
• Stay home if you are feeling unwell or experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19. Our collective efforts can make a big difference in slowing the spread of the virus.

It's important to remember that we're all in this together. By taking care of ourselves and each other, we can help to slow the spread of the virus and work towards a brighter future, with less risk to health.

It would be interesting to hear your thoughts on the pandemic going into the winter months. Do you still mask up in public spaces, do you worry about the virus and/or do you still practice social distancing?