Study: Mutations don't increase Covid-19 transmissibility

However, Scientists are warning that the world needs to remain vigilant and continue monitoring the genetic changes in Sars-Cov-2, the virus that causes Covid-19.
Study: Mutations don't increase Covid-19 transmissibility

Scientists have so far identified 12,706 mutations in Sars-Cov-2. Picture: Getty Image

None of the mutations documented in the new coronavirus appears to make Covid-19 spread more rapidly, scientists have said.

However, they have warned the world needs to remain vigilant and continue monitoring the genetic changes in Sars-Cov-2, the virus that causes Covid-19.

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