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One of the major points of contention has been the reported death tolls and infection numbers. Some critics, labeled as "wackos" or conspiracy theorists, argue that these figures are artificially inflated or padded. They claim that the official statistics might overstate the true impact of the virus, fueling skepticism about the severity of COVID-19. This skepticism often leads to distrust in government and health organizations, complicating public health efforts.