When the people are hoping that the COVID cases are finally decreasing, the Omicron variant has changed all the dynamics. The sudden spike of COVID positive cases is all because of the new Omicron variant which is spreading very fast and easily. There are speculations that the Omicron variant will affect everyone. Is there any truth in the speculations? What do experts have to say about this?
World Health Organization (WHO) has answered the question. WHO technical head Maria Van Kerkhove has answered a few questions regarding this. He said that the new Omicron delta variant is less intense than the COVID. However, we should not underestimate this variant. If not vaccinated, it will show adverse effects. The variant might even lead to death.
Though it is said that for the vaccinated it will be less intense, one should take precautions. UK Health Security Agency says that the Omicron variants could also avoid the vaccine.