Coronavirus might become endemic – here’s how – Australian Times

Grace C Roberts, Queen’s University Belfast
Endemic viruses are those that have constant presence within a geographical area. Such viruses are all around us, though they vary by location. Examples in Europe and North America include the rhinovirus (a cause of the common cold) and influenza virus, while the dengue and chikungunya viruses are endemic in many Asian countries.
Endemic diseases are often milder, but its important to note that this isnt always the case. Flu, for instance, is estimated…

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