The variant will spread quickly through the United States, experts say. What happens after that is less certain.
Tag: Coronavirus Omicron Variant
France Bans Nonessential Travel With U.K. Over Omicron Surge
The French prime minister said the restrictions were necessary after “the extremely rapid spread” of Omicron in Britain.
An Omicron Surge is Likely, Here’s What to Expect
We look at the latest on Omicron.
France Bans Nonessential Travel With U.K. Over Omicron Surge
The French prime minister said the restrictions were necessary after “the extremely rapid spread” of Omicron in Britain.
What Happens If You Test Positive for Covid While Traveling?
In the midst of the holiday season, the Omicron variant has many considering the prospects of getting stuck while traveling. Here’s what you need to know.
Canadian Government Warns Residents to Avoid Nonessential Travel
In response to the spread of Omicron, Canada is also ramping up distribution of booster doses and rapid antigen tests.
Britain Breaks Daily Record for New Virus Cases
Officials didn’t specify what share of the new cases might be Omicron, though they said a majority in London were from the variant.
Why Britain Thinks Omicron Infected 200,000 People on Monday
Experts called it ‘a back-of-the-envelope calculation’ that showed how quickly the variant spreads, but also how little is known about it.
Two Doses of China’s Sinovac Inadequate Against Omicron, Hong Kong Study Suggests
Laboratory experiments suggest that the Chinese vaccine provides little protection against an Omicron infection.
Britain lifts ban on travelers arriving from southern Africa
With the Omicron variant already spreading, officials conclude they’ve lost the battle to prevent its entering Britain.