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Corrected: California Finally Responds to Coronavirus Variants
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Length:
19 minutes
Released:
Jun 7, 2021
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Podcast episode
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An earlier version of this episode was published with old audio. That version has been fixed, and we've also republished the correct audio here.
For a while, the state wasn't doing much to monitor the spread of coronavirus variants in communities. That has changed, reporter Erin Allday says. More widespread genomic sequencing of the virus may help us respond more quickly to flare-ups, protect vulnerable communities and understand if vaccines are working. It's a breakthrough that may provide benefits even after the pandemic is over. | Unlimited Chronicle access: sfchronicle.com/pod
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For a while, the state wasn't doing much to monitor the spread of coronavirus variants in communities. That has changed, reporter Erin Allday says. More widespread genomic sequencing of the virus may help us respond more quickly to flare-ups, protect vulnerable communities and understand if vaccines are working. It's a breakthrough that may provide benefits even after the pandemic is over. | Unlimited Chronicle access: sfchronicle.com/pod
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Released:
Jun 7, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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