Chinese scientists have proposed a novel method to vaccinate bats in the wild, aiming to prevent disease outbreaks before they escalate into pandemics. Bats are known reservoirs for viruses like COVID-19, SARS, and Ebola, capable of carrying diseases without falling ill themselves. According to John Pettersson of Uppsala University, bats are widespread globally and serve as key reservoirs for multiple viruses.
The research explores using alternative methods, such as mosquitoes, to deliver vaccines, addressing challenges with conventional vaccination techniques.
bats are widespread globally and serve as key reservoirs for multiple viruses