The rapid spread of the variant means far more people will have some immunity, at least for now, which might bode well this year for highly vaccinated countries in Europe.
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In Wuhan, China, Anniversary of First Covid Lockdown Passes Quietly
As China battles the highly contagious Omicron variant shortly before the Winter Olympics are set to begin in Beijing, Wuhan has so far been spared.
As Omicron Crests, Booster Shots Are Keeping Americans Out of Hospitals
Extra vaccine doses were expected to lower infection rates. But the shots also seem to be preventing severe illness caused by the new variant, the C.D.C. reported.
Omicron Is in Retreat: ‘What’s Next?’
What’s next?
Philippines Puts Schools on ‘Health Break’ as Covid Cases Soar
Officials said the weeklong suspension of classes in Manila would let teachers and students recover from the virus, or care for others who had it.
Is Omicron Peaking?
In parts of the Northeast, it seems to be.
A Growing Gap Between the Vaccinated and Unvaccinated
We look at Omicron’s toll in New York and Seattle, two cities with timely data.
Hong Kong Quarantines Dozens of Officials After a Birthday Party
Those being sent to shipping-container-like dormitories include the city’s police chief and at least 20 lawmakers.
Scientists Endorse Covid Boosters, But to a Point
Everyone should get a booster shot. In the long run, though, doses every few months aren’t a viable public health strategy, scientists say.
The Data Shows Omicron is Milder. How Should That Affect Your Behavior?
How should that affect your behavior?