The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases has surpassed 5 million worldwide, with over 300,000 reported fatalities. The United States has been the hardest hit, with over 1.5 million cases and 90,000 deaths. In Europe, the United Kingdom has the highest death toll, exceeding 35,000. Despite these grim numbers, many countries are beginning to ease lockdown restrictions in an effort to revive their economies. Scientists continue to work on developing a vaccine, with several clinical trials showing promising results. Public health experts emphasize the importance of ongoing preventive measures, such as social distancing and wearing masks, to prevent a resurgence of the virus.