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We are all familiar with viruses right now as COVID 19 has created havoc around the world. With things going wild, it is important to know more about viruses so we can understand them better.

Topics covered in this episode:

Intro

Definitions

Learning outcomes

What is a virus?

Virus shapes

Viral replication aka how do viruses make more of themselves?

Disadvantages and advantages of viruses

Control and immunity

Vaccines

AIDS and HIV

outro

AIDS and HIV resources https://spunout.ie/sex-relationships/stis/hiv-and-aids?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8-yguY7W7wIVArDtCh2vmAEqEAAYAiAAEgLhIfD_BwE

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiv-and-aids/

Coronavirus https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus#tab=tab_1

Wear a mask, look out for each other and if you can stay at home

Happy learning and stay healthy

Baneen

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