Sustaining behavior change isn’t easy and can lead to COVID-19 burnout and fatigue, the Ocean County Health Department warns. After more than half a year spent dealing with the challenges and burdens of the pandemic, many feel they are at, or nearing, their wits’ ends with adhering to safety precautions.

“People are dealing with a lot of challenges – whether it’s been worries over getting sick or family members getting ill,” Public Health Coordinator Daniel Regenye explained.