Little new information unfolded during the World Health Organization (WHO) visit to China. It was more a matter of the laboratory theory regarding the origin of the SARS-CoV-2 virus unraveling. But this was because of a lack of evidence, as opposed to a solid alternative. The WHO believes it is time to move on. So what else did they discover in the course of their ‘serious discussion and very diligent research’?
The Coronavirus ‘Most Likely’ Originated in Animals.
First, the WHO team dismissed the theory the COVID virus leaked from a Wuhan laboratory. In fact, CNBC News relays it was ‘most likely’ circulated among animals before it crossed over to human beings. This aligns with Republic of China’s claims. It could therefore be a good idea to shelve the laboratory theory, and collaborate on shutting down the pandemic.
The WHO investigators visited markets, laboratories and hospitals. These included potential hot spots Huanan Seafood Market, Wuhan Institute of Virology, and Wuhan Center for Disease Control laboratory. Investigation chair Dr. Peter Ben Embarek considers ‘the most likely pathway was a crossover into humans from an intermediary species’.
What’s Next With the Origin of SARS-CoV-2 Virus Unraveled?
Dr. Embarek believes the animal theory requires more research aimed in that direction. Moreover, original reports of what happened in the early days of December 2019 held true, arguably adding more confidence to China’s version.
There is much work to do still, given it took a decade to discover the SARS virus crossed from bats. Liang Wannian, head of the Expert Covid panel at China’s National Health Commission suggested possible sources.
While bats and pangolins are potential candidates, he agrees, their samples did not appear to be ‘sufficiently similar’. Minks and cats were highly susceptible creatures, and could act as reservoirs. Unraveling one theory of the laboratory origin of SARS-CoV-2 virus must become the first step towards unfolding the real one.
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