What Role Do Genetic Variability Play in Emerging Infectious Diseases?
Emerging infectious diseases like COVID-19 demonstrate the impact of genetic variability. The SARS-CoV-2 virus has exhibited significant genetic changes through mutations and the emergence of new variants. These variants can affect transmissibility, disease severity, and vaccine efficacy. The rapid development and deployment of COVID-19 vaccines had to account for this variability, leading to the creation of updated booster shots.
