Due to the continuous mutation of the virus, it eventually becomes an endemic disease. Know the corresponding method and not be afraid of coexistence

Virus evolution has a certain trajectory, and the pace of replication and mutation has not stopped.

After two years of evolution, COVID-19 has caused large-scale community infections in many countries. It is an indisputable fact that humans and the new coronavirus coexist.

Written by: Huang Tianyou, Medical Consultant, Infection and Infectious Disease Specialist

The new coronavirus and influenza virus belong to the same RNA virus. The virus gene is constantly mutated in the process of human-to-human transmission. The more the virus spreads, the higher the chance of mutation.

At present, the new coronavirus BA.2 type has at least 20 to 30 additional genes mutated, and there is a chance to naturally evolve in the direction of high infectivity and low lethality.

When a virus becomes more contagious, its virulence is relatively reduced.

Vaccination in a group can slow down the epidemic. There are a large number of mild and asymptomatic infections. The future trend will be that the virus spreads and survives in the community in a small way, which may gradually become what we commonly call "endemic diseases".

As for seasonal influenza, the antigens will produce new virus strains after slight changes in environmental factors every year. Therefore, the human body will suffer from various seasonal influenza repeatedly. Therefore, governments around the world prepare corresponding seasonal influenza vaccines in advance every year for citizens to get vaccinated. After gaining immunity.

Speaking of the new crown pneumonia that has been raging for more than two years, the future scenario can already be imagined. There will be more strains of the new crown virus, and different new vaccines will be issued to correspond.

In general, the new coronavirus is similar to the flu, and we have a chance to hit it again and again?

There are cases in foreign countries infected with the Delta virus strain after recovery, and then the mutated Omicron BA1 and BA2.

Just like we can catch a cold more than once during peak flu season.

How do we deal with the new coronavirus?

In short, complete the vaccination as soon as possible, so that the body's immune system can recognize the virus enemy. Even after infection, it can release antibodies and T-cell leukocytes to help soldiers, reducing the chance of becoming severe or even fatal. You can also pay attention to vitamin D levels. Some people have long-term If you don't go out to bask in the sun, you are more likely to be infected with the upper respiratory tract.

In addition, maintain physical and mental health and pay attention to personal hygiene. Even if you live in an environment where viruses coexist, you don’t need to worry too much.

Making good use of technological development can also reduce the spread of the virus on social networks. If faster and cheaper testing methods can be implemented, it will be easier for the public to know whether they are infected or not.

Spain once studied the hosting of large-scale opera performances. Before entering the venue, each audience member was tested quickly before entering the venue. As a result, there was no large-scale outbreak of indoor gatherings.

In implementing epidemic prevention measures, the government can make good use of big data to closely monitor the infection situation of the new coronavirus in various districts and places in the society.

Now that information on the Internet is widespread, citizens are accustomed to searching for relevant information online. The government can use technology to analyze the data of the content of popular search information of citizens, and effectively promote public health response policies.

Coexistence with the virus is a fait accompli, and the threat to health will also be a part of life. Only when you are fully prepared and know how to deal with it can you drive away inexplicable fears.

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