Don’t blame different Covid strain for high numbers in states. It’s unproven, sounds like an excuse
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Don’t blame different Covid strain for high numbers in states. It’s unproven, sounds like an excuse

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States such as Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh should stop blaming a different, virulent strain of coronavirus for their high infections and deaths. Virologists and global experts have stressed there’s only one strain of coronavirus and all its mutations are equally dangerous. Citing unproven theories can appear like excuses for shortcomings.