Early genomic detection of SARS-CoV-2 P.1 variant in Northeast Brazil

  1. Stephane Tosta
  2. Marta Giovanetti
  3. Vanessa Brandão Nardy
  4. Luciana Reboredo de Oliveira da Silva
  5. Marcela Kelly Astete Gómez
  6. Jaqueline Gomes Lima
  7. Cristiane Wanderley Cardoso
  8. Tarcisio Oliveira Silva
  9. Marcia São Pedro Leal de Souza
  10. Pedro H. Presta Dia
  11. Vagner Fonseca
  12. José Lourenço
  13. Luiz Carlos Junior Alcantara
  14. Felicidade Pereira
  15. Arabela Leal
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Abstract

Tracking the spread of SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern is crucial to inform public health efforts and control the ongoing pandemic. Here, we report genetic evidence for circulation of the P.1 variant in Northeast Brazil. We advocate for increased active surveillance to ensure adequate control of this variant throughout the country.

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Active genomic surveillance of SARS- CoV-2 suspected cases from recent travelers reveals the circulation of the P1 variant of concern in Bahia state, Northeast Brazil.

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