Science in 5
Science in 5
WHO - World Health Organization
Understanding immunity
5 minutes Posted Feb 25, 2022 at 6:37 am.
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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 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?