Swedish outbreak studies also reveal a high degree of genetic variability, indicating a need for wide detection methods when studying these outbreaks.[7] Once infected, individuals begin viral shedding in stool and vomitus as soon as eight hours after exposure, with viral shedding peaking four days after exposure and, in some instances, continuing for up to 56 days. [read post]

An Internet meme is any amusing video, email, picture, audio clip or other material that spreads virally across the internet. [read post]

The last few weeks has seen the management of the narrative of the history of the COVID-19 pandemic, and of its consequences, with respect to the accountability of states, and the legitimacy of key international bodies. [read post]