But the other important question is whether the variant is more infectious than other versions of the virus. “To show that it’s more transmissible you would need a robust community surveillance program, to see if the virus is increasing in frequency relative to other mutations,” Chiu said. “That can only be done with a very structured, organized, coordinated surveillance program, which we don’t have.” … [Read more...] about Bay Area scientists hunting for coronavirus variants say U.S. needs genomic surveillance plan
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Coronavirus variants will prolong the pandemic. But here’s how it will end
A study out of Emory University published earlier this month suggested an outcome similar to what some experts believe happened after the 1890 pandemic. A new virus crashed over the world, causing widespread illness and death among populations that had no natural immunity to it. Then, after many years or possibly decades, the virus either mutated to become less severe or the world built up enough immunity that it’s now toothless. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus variants will prolong the pandemic. But here’s how it will end
Cal quarterback Jared Goff about to fulfill childhood dream
Goff also brings a perfectionist streak common among great quarterbacks. He and backup Chase Forrest had a little competition this season in which they sought to complete every single pass in a particular practice. They pulled it off a couple of times, but not often. … [Read more...] about Cal quarterback Jared Goff about to fulfill childhood dream
A’s Sonny Gray is among the best — and getting better
“The sky is the limit for Sonny, but you can’t compare him to Bumgarner in the postseason in 2014, that was super heroic,” Vogt said. “Bumgarner is very impressive, good stuff and he’s a cowboy out there. It’s not fun to face him. But you look at him and the rest of their guys, and the Bay Area has a lot of great pitchers to watch.” … [Read more...] about A’s Sonny Gray is among the best — and getting better
Cal freshman Ivan Rabb headed onward and upward
As a senior, Rabb averaged 24.5 points, 16.3 rebounds and 4.5 blocks per game. In March, his free throw with 0.8 of a second left in overtime against powerhouse Mater Dei-Santa Ana lifted the Dragons to the state Open Division title. It was O’Dowd’s first championship since 1981, breaking a streak of seven losses in state title games. … [Read more...] about Cal freshman Ivan Rabb headed onward and upward
