Radio Atlantic How Bad Could BA.2.86 Get?
Sep 7, 2023
Discussion on the increasing number of COVID-19 cases and the potential impact of the BA.2.86 variant. Updates on the new version of the COVID vaccine to target the Omicron strain. Metaphors used to explain virus evolution and immune system response. Exploring the similarities and differences between COVID-19 and the flu, emphasizing the need to protect vulnerable populations.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
BA.2.86 Variant and Potential Scenarios
05:15 • 6min
The New Version of the COVID Vaccine: Updates and Expectations
10:57 • 3min
Metaphors for Understanding the Evolution of Viruses and the Immune System
13:51 • 3min
COVID-19 vs. Flu: Similarities and Differences
16:56 • 11min