This deep into the COVID-19 pandemic, it's clear that what happens in Europe tends not to stay in Europe.
Rising infections there often serve as an advance warning of another COVID-19 surge in the United States. Unfortunately, the still-evolving virus is once again spreading on the other side of the Atlantic, with sharp case increases reported in Germany, France, Italy and Great Britain.
Pandemic fatigue is no excuse not to prepare for rising cases here. One of the most important steps to take is getting a COVID-19 booster if you haven't already. The number of people who haven't yet done so is alarming.