Short Report: Early genomic detection of SARS-CoV-2 P.1 variant in Northeast Brazil

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...

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Veröffentlicht in:PLoS neglected tropical diseases 2021-07, Vol.15 (7), p.e0009591
Hauptverfasser: 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
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Zusammenfassung: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.
ISSN:1935-2735
1935-2727
1935-2735
DOI:10.1371/journal.pntd.0009591