K-State Biosecurity Research Institute Director Stephen Higgs spoke with KMAN about the development of potential COVID-19 vaccines.
Higgs says there are vaccines currently in the works, but their development will likely take some time.
According to Higgs, there is vaccine research that has already passed the animal-testing stage, but people shouldn’t expect it to be available any time soon.
Higgs also spoke to KMAN about the importance of social distancing when it comes to preventing the spread of COVID-19.
He says staying away from other people is particularly important because those with the virus may not show any symptoms.
He says this same principle also applies to other diseases.
For tips on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
