#sarscov2mutation What does it mean for us?
Mutation of viruses is part of it's evolutionary process. Once inside the host, viruses start replicating. Errors during this replication process results in changes to the genetic makeup of the virus - leading to mutations.
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Depending on where in the genome the changes happen, mutation can impact the survivability of the virus. #SARSCoV2 is an RNA virus (like dengue) and is prone to more mutations than a DNA virus (eg. smallpox).
📣 As of Sept. abt. 12k mutations of #SARSCoV2 were documented.
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What about the new strain reported in UK? Named "VUI-202012/01" (Variant Under Investigation in Dec 2020), it has a set of 23 mutations (out of close to 30k genetic letters). Most notable being the change in spike protein that is used by the virus to bind to our host cells.
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This set of polls is for those of you who are students (school, college, doctoral).
The pandemic has been disruptive for you, with adoption of virtual learning, uncertainty around exams etc. Let us know how your experience has been.
1. Are you still having virtual classes?
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2. How effective have the virtual classes been, with respect to learning and comprehending subjects?
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3. How ENGAGING have the virtual classes been, compared to classroom teaching?
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#Oxford AstraZeneca #vaccine Phase 3 trial EARLY results: What it means for India?
➡️ Efficacy of 62% and 90% in different dosages (early non peer reviewed results).
➡️ Early results of ongoing trials on adults in UK, Brazil and South Africa.
➡️ Stores at 2 to 8 deg C.
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➡️ Serum Institute of India (SII), Pune - One of the manufacturing partners of vaccine, will make it available in India after approvals.
➡️ Phase 3 trials in progress in India.
➡️ SII already started manufacturing the vaccine, targeting 100 million doses by Jan 2021.
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➡️ Emergency use approval based on early trial results will be for limited use of vaccine for vulnerable population - criteria being drawn up by govt.
➡️ Use for general population after more detailed trial results come in.
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We've shared Covid19 stories of our volunteers earlier.
In this thread, we take you through the Covid experience of a senior citizen - the mother of one of our volunteers in Hyderabad.
✅An insightful read into the ups and downs of the recovery and post recovery journey.
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1. Why did she decide to get tested? She had a fever for 2 days. Considering that she visited a hospital setting in the prior week, prompted us to eliminate any risks and get tested immediately.
2. What test was taken?
A RT PCR test and the result came in 36 hrs.
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3. What happened after the test results came? We immediately room quarantined her and contacted the GHMC helpline to know the next steps. They gave contacts of govt. doctors for consultation and also sent a Covid19 kit that was delivered the next day.