Coronavirus will likely become seasonal, but not yet, say scientists

The novel coronavirus has put all of our lives on a standstill. With so much uncertainty due to the pandemic, it has become rather difficult to even distinguish between the symptoms of regular influenza and coronavirus.

We are all too familiar with the seasonal patterns of some respiratory viruses and now scientists suggest that Covid-19, the illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, will likely follow suit and become seasonal in countries with temperate climates, but only when herd immunity is attained. Also Read - India's Role in Production of COVID-19 Vaccine Critical in Containing Pandemic: Bill Gates

Until that time, Covid-19 will continue to circulate across the seasons. These conclusions published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, highlight the absolute importance of public health measures needed just now to control the virus. Also Read - 'Battle Against COVID-19 Far From Over', Says Health Minister Harsh Vardhan