Just like a game of Whack-a-Mole, where you keep trying to hit the popping-up rodents, COVID-19 cases and deaths have been going down globally for weeks. But just when you think you’ve conquered the game, more moles emerge in the Americas and Africa where the virus is still wreaking havoc. The World Health Organization’s latest report shows that while the rest of the world is seeing a decline in cases and deaths, these two regions are struggling to contain the spread of the virus. It’s like discovering an extra hidden level that presents new challenges after you thought you’ve won the game! This highlights the ongoing need for effective vaccination campaigns and public health measures in these areas. To find out more about this report and how it can inform global efforts to combat COVID-19, dive into the latest research from the WHO!