New Delhi: Cases of Omicron are continuously being reported in countries around the world including India. So far this dangerous virus has knocked in 91 countries and it is spreading rapidly. In such a situation, the risk of this virus has increased further. In this regard, the Regional Director of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Poonam Khetrapal Singh said that the corona pandemic is not over. Globally, its threat remains high. It has been learned that the effect of the Covid vaccine against this virus may be reduced. In such a situation, do not take Omicron lightly.
Dr. Poonam Khetrapal Singh said, “Based on the limited evidence at present, Omicron is spreading faster than any other variant. This has not been seen with any variant before. Emerging data from South Africa suggest that there is an increased risk of reinfection with Omicron. However, more data is needed to draw firm conclusions.”
“There is still limited data on the clinical severity associated with Omicron. More information on the seriousness of the case involving Omicron is expected in the coming weeks.”
Dr. Singh said, “We should not dismiss Omicron lightly. Even though Omicron seems to cause less severe disease. The number of cases could once again overwhelm the health systems.” He said, “Globally, the threat of COVID-19 remains high. The emergence of the variant is a reminder that the pandemic is not over.”
He said, “Preliminary data suggest that the effectiveness of vaccines against infection with the Omicron variant may be reduced. However, it will take a few more weeks before there is enough evidence to fully assess the performance of vaccines against Omicron.”
It is noteworthy that so far Omicron has taken entry in a total of 12 states of India. The number of infected in the country has increased to 115. In which maximum 40 cases have been found in Maharashtra. Apart from this, in the capital Delhi (22), Rajasthan (17), Karnataka (8), Telangana (8), Gujarat (7), Kerala (7), Uttar Pradesh (2), Andhra Pradesh (1), Chandigarh (1 ), Tamil Nadu (1) and West Bengal (1) Omicron cases have been found.
