Short Report: Early genomic detection of SARS-CoV-2 P.1 variant in Northeast Brazil |
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| Authors: | Stephane Tosta,Marta Giovanetti,Vanessa Brandã o Nardy,Luciana Reboredo de Oliveira da Silva,Marcela Kelly Astete Gó mez,Jaqueline Gomes Lima,Cristiane Wanderley Cardoso,Tarcisio Oliveira Silva,Marcia Sã o Pedro Leal de Souza,Pedro Henrique Presta Dia,Vagner Fonseca,Tulio de Oliveira,José Lourenç o,Luiz Carlos Junior Alcantara,Felicidade Pereira,Arabela Leal |
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| Abstract: | 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. |
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