The latest zigzag in the pandemic has already curtailed travel, but its broader impact on growth and inflation isn’t likely to be known for several weeks.
Tag: Coronavirus Omicron Variant
Omicron Prompts Swift Reconsideration of Boosters Among Scientists
Many public health experts were opposed to a boosters-for-all approach. The new variant is changing some minds.
Omicron Prompts Swift Reconsideration of Boosters Among Scientists
Many public health experts were opposed to a boosters-for-all approach. The new variant is changing some minds.
California Officials Say They’re Prepared for Omicron Variant
The first case of the variant detected in the United States was in a San Francisco resident who traveled back from South Africa.
Surgeon Was First Omicron Case in Israel. Only One Contact Is Sick.
In the days leading up to his positive test, Elad Maor interacted with about 100 people. So far, only one contact has tested positive.
W.H.O. Scolds Rich Nations for Travel Bans and Booster Shots
As wealthy countries react to the new Omicron virus variant with travel bans and booster shots, the World Health Organization scolded them, calling the steps ineffective and unfair.
Nigeria Detects Recent Cases of Omicron Variant
At least 23 countries have reported cases, and that number is likely to grow as more samples are tested, the World Health Organization said on Wednesday.
W.H.O. members agree to begin talks on a global pandemic treaty.
They agreed to set up an intergovernmental negotiating body that is to meet no later than March to begin negotiating an international agreement intended to ensure a more coherent and equitable response to future pandemics.
Nigeria Detects Recent Cases of Omicron Variant
The West African country reported at least three cases in recent travelers. It also initially said it had found an Omicron case from October, a statement it later withdrew.
Omicron Variant, in 20 Nations, Spread Earlier Than Was Known
With evidence growing that a worrisome new coronavirus variant is highly contagious, health officials issued warnings that vulnerable people should not travel.