wisewomn
01-04-2021, 04:40 PM
This variant is being closely studied. (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/dec/23/south-african-covid-19-variant-may-be-more-effective-at-spreading)It has already shown up in the UK.
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socoexpat
01-05-2021, 05:40 PM
It is likely many other places as well- genetic testing of the particular strain is relatively rare.
There is, according to the experts, reason to be concerned. The changes to the protein spike seem to be worrying the experts that this variant might not respond to the vaccine well. Time will tell...
There is, according to the experts, reason to be concerned. The changes to the protein spike seem to be worrying the experts that this variant might not respond to the vaccine well. Time will tell...