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With the introduction of vaccines, even if a variant isn’t strictly “covered” by the vaccine due to changes in proteins, would there be enough “training” of the body’s immune system on how to deal with a corona virus that the body would be more efficient if infected later?	112
If I understand the mRNA vaccine correctly, the vaccine contains molecules that are able to enter a healthy human cell, and cause that cell to produce the spike protein of the nCOV-SARS2 virus, enabling the body to produce antibodies against the virus. What happens to the cells that are taken over?	7
In a quote from the linked article from Nature “we describe the genomic profile and early transmission dynamics of Omicron, highlighting the rapid spread in regions with high levels of population immunity.” How does Omicron “spread” in area without high levels of population immunity?	7
One thing that was heavily reported at the start of the Pandemic was the susceptibility of humans due to the nobility of the virus and so the body wouldn’t know how to fight it.	1
In France, it appears that the general advice is if you’ve had COVID, you only need one jab for full protection. Given that apparently approx 30% people have asymptotic infections is it worth having a test for antibodies before having the jab?	1
Tree roots regularly ruin building foundations and lift footpaths/roads/concrete surfaces. Where does the force come from that enables the roots to cause this damage?	1
The media are making a big deal about “new” symptoms of the delta varient amongst predominantly younger people. Has it been investigated to determine if in fact the people are asymptomatic for COVID but actually have hay fever?	1
What will be the effect of proliferation of electric vehicle on property prices?	1
There are “dead spots” in oceans where the amount of dissolved oxygen can not support life. How likely could this happen with Oxygen levels in the atmosphere?	1
Given that SARS-COV-2 has generated so much research and investigation to understand the workings of the virus, would this change how we view other common viruses?	1

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