COVID-19

WHO’s Science in 5 on COVID-19: Understanding immunity



Episode #67

WHO’s Chief Scientists Dr Soumya Swaminathan explains how our body develops immunity against a new virus. How is immunity developed when we are infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus? How is it different from vaccine derived immunity? Why is it important to continue to wear masks, ventilate closed spaces, avoid crowds, wash hands and observe all other precautions?

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For more information please visit: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/media-resources/science-in-5#:~:text=Answering%20your%20questions%20on%20COVID,is%20WHO’s%20Dr%20Soumya%20Swaminathan.