June 25, 2025

Where We Stand and How to Stay Safe

More than five years have passed since COVID-19 first changed the world. While the emergency phase is behind us, the virus hasn’t disappeared. Here’s what the most up-to-date research says about the current situation—and what steps everyone can still take to stay healthy.

Where Things Stand Now

COVID-19 is still circulating in 2025, but the landscape has changed. The worst waves are over, yet new variants—especially from the Omicron family—keep causing smaller surges in different regions. Thanks to high vaccination rates and updated booster shots, most people who get COVID-19 today have mild symptoms, but serious illness can still happen and “Long COVID” is still a major concern, especially for those who are older or have other health conditions (ResearchGate). Long term damage to blood vessels even from mild infections can occur.

Vaccines remain the most powerful tool available. Updated COVID-19 shots for 2024–2025 are widely available and are doing a good job of keeping severe illness and hospitalization rates down.

Precautions Still Matter

Even though COVID-19 isn’t dominating the news every day, it’s still smart to take some simple precautions:

  • Stay Up to Date with Vaccines: If you’re eligible, get the latest COVID-19 booster. It’s the best way to protect yourself and those around you.
  • Stay Home When Sick: Whether it’s COVID, the flu, or a cold, staying home when you’re sick helps stop the spread of all sorts of illnesses.
  • Improve Air Quality: Good ventilation and air purifiers in homes, schools, and businesses can make a big difference in reducing the risk of airborne viruses (MDPI).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Wash your hands frequently, use hand sanitizer, and keep high-touch surfaces clean.
  • Be Flexible: If you have the option to work or study remotely during outbreaks, it can help cut down on close contacts and lower your risk.
  • Stay Informed: Keep an eye on trusted public health updates, especially if new variants or local outbreaks pop up.

Who’s at Higher Risk?

Most people who get COVID-19 today recover quickly, but some groups still face higher risks. Older adults, people with chronic illnesses, and those with weakened immune systems should continue to be extra cautious and talk to their healthcare providers about the best ways to protect themselves (ResearchGate).

The Bottom Line

As of June 2025, COVID-19 continues to cause deaths globally, but at much lower levels than during the height of the pandemic. According to the World Health Organization, weekly confirmed COVID-19 deaths have dropped significantly in most regions. For example, in the United States, recent CDC data shows that about 300–350 people are dying from COVID-19 each week, which is less than 0.5% of all weekly deaths in the country. The majority of these deaths occur in people aged 75 and older, and rates have been relatively stable through the spring of 2025 (see CDC data and ABC News reporting: CDC, ABC News).

Globally, the WHO dashboard and Our World In Data indicate that weekly COVID-19 deaths per million people are now in the low single digits for most countries, with many regions reporting fewer than 1 death per million people each week as of June 2025 (Our World In Data, WHO). This translates to several thousand reported COVID-19 deaths worldwide per week, a fraction of the numbers seen in previous years.

While reporting gaps remain (not all countries submit timely or complete data), the consensus in the medical literature and public health reporting is that COVID-19 weekly mortality in 2025 is low and relatively stable, with the highest risk in older adults and the immunocompromised (CDC, NIH).

This post is for general information only and does not replace professional medical advice. For questions about your health, consult a qualified healthcare provider.

James E. Girards is a private pilot licensed to fly single- and multi-engine aircraft in both visual and instrument conditions. The Girards Law Firm specializes in severe injury and wrongful death cases, especially those that involve commercial plane crashes, birth injuries, brain damage, heart damage, spinal cord injuries or severe burns in Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Contact us at www.girardslaw.com by using the chat feature for more information. Keywords: causes of plane crashes, commercial airplane accident, human error in aviation, pilot error, mechanical failure, weather-related plane crash, aviation accident lawyer, airplane crash lawsuit, victims of plane crash, aviation law firm.