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China has implemented anal swab testing for high-risk groups and international arrivals in Beijing. While the news has been met with humor, there is concern that Chinese health officials may be tracking a more lethal strain of the virus that spreads via feces. This follows early research into the "L-strain" and "S-strain" variations of the virus.
Vaccine expert Dr. William Haseltine suggests that COVID-19 will become endemic, requiring annual vaccine adjustments similar to the flu shot rather than a one-time eradication like polio. He warns of homegrown U.S. strains and predicts a "decades-long battle." Skeptics argue this narrative is designed to ensure long-term pharmaceutical revenue.
