strains
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Chinese researchers used the mRNA technology made famous during the Covid pandemic for their vaccine targeting the three main Ebola strains, including Bundibugyo.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
That is lower than for measles and some strains of Covid-19 but higher than for influenza.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
Eventually, these strains could be enough to depress the economy, especially if interest rates keep rising.
From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026
Though rare, the disease has drawn attention in the U.S. over the decades due to its incredibly high case-fatality rate: up to 50% among the strains that circulate in the Americas.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Then the martial strains of “Anchors Aweigh” blared out, followed by “High Hopes,” sung by Frank Sinatra.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
