My office in Manhattan is still shut down if that counts.
My point is that if we'd have kept schools and weddings shut down for another year, it's very likely that there will be an uptick then. Maybe if we shut those down for 5 years not, but is it reasonable?
The answer always has been yes and no obviously if you don't vaccinate. Then that kind of answer doesn't appeal to you.
However better understanding of how the virus spreads etc means that preventive action can be taken.
Likewise, better treatment and care.
The summer was a great opportunity to let the virus actually die out, instead, you brought it back.