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A closer look: The race to develop a vaccine for coronavirus Covid-19

February 12, 2020

Efforts are gaining pace after China shared the virus’ genetic code.

Scientists are racing to find a a cure for the newest coronavirus, which was today named Covid-19. And now their efforts have been given a boost, after China shared the virus' genetic code. 

Watch the video above to learn more about the effort. 

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