Covid-19 has infected us in more ways than we possibly realise; it has been a physical, mental and societal jolt. Almost a year on, the impact is as severe as ever and some have suggested that the virus could be with us for an eternity.
Of course, science and history also tells us that it could wane, or it may be something that people will require an annual vaccination against, depending on the strains of concern.
It certainly has brought about a major change to our daily lives. It may lead to profound changes for our society, having created wild economic uncertainty.
And it's going to be a long haul for the foreseeable future. However, there are still positive developments. Vaccination is underway and here three vaccines have been