As coronavirus cases begin to rise once again across the country, many officials are beginning to ask: How long can we keep this up?

Pandemic fatigue is real, and it’s hitting people hard. Many are tired of the restrictions, the isolation, and the economic anxiety that has accompanied this pandemic. And it’s hard to blame them. Thousands of people are facing new pay cuts, families are being asked to cancel their holiday plans, and all the while, health officials are warning that there’s no real end in sight.