Mutated Strains in Mink and Virus Transmission Dynamics

The chapter delves into the implications of mutated strains of the virus found in mink populations, focusing on concerns about vaccine efficacy and virus adaptations. It explores the origins of the coronavirus, susceptibility of animals like mink to the virus, and the need for a comprehensive 'one health' approach in pandemic response. The conversation also discusses ongoing risks of zoonotic viruses, challenges in surveillance, and Liverpool's testing initiatives against COVID-19.