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EXPLAINER: Are new coronavirus strains cause for concern? – WSB Radio
Researchers are concerned about reports from Britain and South Africa of new coronavirus strains that seem to spread more easily
Reports from Britain and South Africa of new coronavirus strains that seem to spread more easily are causing alarm, but virus experts say its unclear if thats the case or whether they pose any concern for vaccines or cause more severe disease.
Viruses naturally evolve as they move through the population, some more than others. Its one reason we need a fresh flu shot each year.
New variants, or strains, of the virus that causes COVID-19 have been seen almost since it was first detected in China nearly…
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