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Are we all related?

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Basic math tells us that all humans share ancestors, but it’s amazing how recently those shared ancestors lived. Thanks to genetic data in the 21st century, scientists are discovering that we really are all descended from one mother. It’s Okay To Be Smart explores our common human ancestry.

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Does the Covid Vaccine affect a person’s DNA, and if so, will it affect their offspring?

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I learned from some websites that the vaccine just encourage our cells to make the antibodies against the Covid Virus, so I don’t think the vaccine could not affect our DNA. I rather think the good effect from the vaccine could make our offspring who have enough immunity to the COVID-19.