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Originally Posted by wbradley
Variant B.1.1.7 originating in the UK has taken over here as the original strain numbers continue to dwindle. It is believed to be 1.5 x more contagious and 1.5 x higher mortality rate than the OG strain. And its taking down younger people.
I'm 56 and taking no chances. Won't be vaccinated for a while yet. Lost my father in the 2nd wave so I know how real this is.
Brazil and South African are different mutated variants. Brazil is a giant pool to create more and more mutations which is worrisome.
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Stay safe, and away from the crowds.. My wife and I have had the jabs and we are still maintaining the same regimes and will keep to the routines untill such a time when the risks have been completely dissolved..