Was/Is A Lockdown Necessary?

Since the pandemic began, there have been a number of people claiming that the lockdowns have not been necessary. In recent weeks and months, the number of people making these statements have increased.

I’m not going to bother addressing those ignorant enough to still be claiming that the pandemic is not real. They’re not worth the effort and the only thing which will convince them would be if they were themselves on a mechanical ventilator. No, I will not respond to comments from these people. I have better things to do with my time and brain cells.