The document discusses lessons learned from communicating COVID statistics to the public. It notes that data visualization is a communication skill and text adds value for non-experts by guiding them. It also advises that if people are confused by a chart, it is the creator's fault, not the viewers', and additional explanation may be needed. Furthermore, information visualization is personal and political, so designers must minimize risks of negative reactions due to their choices. Continued communication is also important, not just delivering the chart and disappearing.