The latest outbreak of Omicrons is alarming, but not alarming enough. Scientists are still trying to determine the exact symptoms and the extent of the disease in unvaccinated people. They are also unsure whether the virus is spread through the air. A vaccine targeting this variant would take several months to develop and test, and it wouldn’t be available immediately. The worst-case scenario is that a vaccination is not enough to protect against this new strain.
The new strain of Omicrons has been detected in 19 U.S. states as of Monday. However, the genetic changes that led to the outbreak are still unclear. Researchers have found that the delta variant triggered the summer surge in the U.S. and recent surge in Europe. It’s thought that the omicron virus is as contagious as chickenpox and may be more resistant to immunization. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the new strain, the spread of the disease has been rapid and has been attributed to social networks.
The outbreak of Omicrons in the United States is largely unremarkable compared to other recent COVIDs. The virus was first detected in South Africa and has since spread to countries such as Italy, Belgium, and the Netherlands. However, the latest cases of Omicron in the United States are a cause for concern. A Minnesota man who spent a week in New York City has been diagnosed with this disease.