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Cases like Denmark’s decision to cull all farmed minks after mutated strains were discovered highlight the potential dangers of establishing unnatural reservoirs. Such reservoirs could harbor mutated forms of the virus, threatening vaccine efficacy and risking a cycle of reinfection. Vigilance is essential to prevent the emergence of resistant or more dangerous strains.
Vaccines: Hope and the Race Against Time
The scientific community views effective vaccines as the "holy grail" for overcoming COVID-19. The rapid development—compressing traditionally 8-10 year timelines into about one year—is unprecedented. Currently, nearly 200 vaccines are in clinical or preclinical phases, with some demonstrating promising safety and efficacy profiles.