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Short Report: Early genomic detection of SARS-CoV-2 P.1 variant in Northeast Brazil.
PLoS neglected tropical diseases - 1 Jul 2021
Tosta Stephane, Giovanetti Marta, Brandão Nardy Vanessa, Reboredo de Oliveira da Silva Luciana, Kelly Astete Gómez Marcela, Gomes Lima Jaqueline, Wanderley Cardoso Cristiane, Oliveira Silva Tarcisio, São Pedro Leal de Souza Marcia, Presta Dias Pedro Henrique, Fonseca Vagner, de Oliveira Tulio, Lourenço José, Carlos Junior Alcantara Luiz, Pereira Felicidade, Leal Arabela
Abstract excerpt
Tracking the spread of SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern is crucial to inform public health efforts and control the ongoing pandemic. Here, we report genetic evidence for circulation of the P.1 variant in Northeast Brazil. We advocate for increased active surveillance to ensure adequate control of this variant throughout the country.
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