Originally Posted by
Sunfish
Stick shift. The Melbourne strain is the most infectious on the planet at the moment. As for its lethality I know not.
Since the beginning of the pandemic there has been ongoing research and discussion into the genetic changes leading to increased virulence. However, there has never been any clear-cut evidence that this is indeed the case:
https://www.scientificamerican.com/a...are-skeptical/
I agree that regardless of virulence, human behavior and hygienic practices can minimise the spread.