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Experts warn against ‘oversimplifying’ Neanderthal DNA Covid-19 theory

1 October 2020

Professor Mark Maslin (UCL Geography) warns against oversimplifying research, as a study suggests a Neanderthal DNA strand could leave some at higher risk of catching Covid-19, adding that many have been affected who “do not have any Neanderthal genes.”

Read: Guardian