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The Evolving Virus

What had initiated as merely just a small panic in one small city, slowly grew and evolved into a global nightmare disguised as a deadly pandemic. The Coronavirus pandemic that has been encircling the globe for the past 6 months has created havoc, fear and fright in the minds of all. This virus has bound us all together by an invisible string of hope, for we are all fighting the same battle against the fiercest opponent. The evolution of the virus simply translates to the growth and progression of the virus and it’s spread to other parts of the globe, that slowly beginning to cause mass deaths all over the world.
Early on into the outbreak of the virus, rumors enveloped the globe that Novel Coronavirus had a cure. Not only were those rumors a mere fakery, but also those rumors marked the peak of the virus and it only began to spread further from thereon. It was as if the virus took a one-way ticket all around the globe, with no intention making a return for it is still very much prevalent and still encircles the earth, evoking fright and fear amongst all.
The evolution of SARS cov-2 has been a lengthy, unanticipated and unplanned turning point in history wherein we have been unfortunate enough to see a global lockdown, shutting down of business, crashing economies, bankruptcies, deteriorating mental health, and so many more heartbreaking situations that make this disease such a relevant turning point in history.
The growth of the virus has been such that it has affected more than seven million people worldwide and is not stopping yet. Its resistance has been testified by the fact that it is still relevant today and still continues to affect people daily. With that being said, the virus will not stop anytime soon. We must make taking cautionary measures our normal lifestyle as this virus will live and grow with us till it ultimately ceases. Stay safe and stay home!

- Samira for India Against COVID

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