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corona virus evolution

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Virus Evolution What does it mean to say a virus mutates or changes? When a virus replicates or makes copies of itself, it sometimes changes a little bit. These changes are called “mutations.” A virus with one or several new mutations is referred to as a “variant” of the original virus.  The more viruses circulate, the more they may change. These changes can occasionally result in a virus variant that is better adapted to its environment compared to the original virus. This process of changing and selection of successful variants is called “virus evolution.” Some mutations can lead to changes in a virus’s characteristics, such as altered transmission (for example, it may spread more easily) or severity (for example, it may cause more severe disease). Some viruses change quickly and others more slowly. SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, tends to change more slowly than others such as HIV or influenza viruses. This could in part be explained...

culture and tradition of filipino

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filipino culture and tradition Filipinos are the people who are native to or citizens of the country of the Philippines.  There are the culture and tradition of the Filipino Filipinos are very resilient In times of calamities and catastrophes, Filipinos always manage to rise above the challenge. Instead of wallowing, they manage to pick themselves up and smile. Filipinos take pride in their families In the Philippines, it is family first. So whether you are part of the immediate family or you belong to the third or fourth generation, you are treated as a family member. Sometimes, even the closest of friends are considered family, too. Filipinos are very religious In all corners of a Filipino house, you can find brazen images of crosses and other religious paraphernalia. They go to church every Sunday, or sometimes even twice or three times a week. Filipinos are very respectful From the moment they are born into this world, they are already taught how to be respectful by...

Fitness

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Most of us are well aware of the many health benefits of exercise, but finding the discipline to not only start training but to also stick with it is often the hard part. Whether you’re at the beginning of your fitness journey or in desperate need of some motivation to keep going, you’ll find it on these blogs — and in their educational, inspirational, and empowering content. The Top 10 Benefits of Regular Exercise Exercise is defined as any movement that makes your muscles work and requires your body to burn calories. There are many types of physical activity, including swimming, running, jogging, walking and dancing, to name a few. Being active has been shown to have many health benefits, both physically and mentally. It may even help you live longer. Here are the top 10 ways regular exercise benefits your body and brain 1. It Can Make You Feel Happier Exercise has been shown to improve your mood and decrease feelings of depression, anxiety and stress. It produces changes...

Kultura at mga Tradisyon sa Pilipinas

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Kultura at Mga Tradisyon sa Pilipinas   Kultura ng mga Pilipino • Ang wika ay bahagi ng ating kultura. Ang wika bilang kultura ay koliktibong kaban ng karanasan ng tao sa tiyak na lugar at panahon ng kaniyang kasaysayan. Sa isang wika makikilala ng bayan ang kanyang kultura at matututuhan niya itong angkinin at ipagmalaki.                              PAGMAMANO • Paggalang sa Nakatatanda Isa sa mga kultura ng mga Pilipino ang paggalang at pagrespeto sa nakatatanda. Nagmamano sila at gumagamit ng “po” at “opo” sa tuwing makikipag-usap sila sa mga ito. PAGPAPAKITANG MAGANDANG ASAL SA BISITA • Magiliw na pagtanggap sa Panauhin Ang mga Pilipino ay kilala sa paging “ hospitable” sa mga panauhin sa bahay. Pinaghahandahan nila ang masarap na pagkain at tinatanggap nila ng maayos ang kanilang mga bisita. Paglagsa ng piyestang Nazareno • Pagiging maka-Diyos Ang mga Pilipino ay relihiyoso. ...