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-Keep a physical distance of at least 1 metre from others.
-Avoid poorly ventilated or crowded spaces.
-Open windows to improve ventilation indoors.
-Wash your hands regularly.
-When it’s your turn, get vaccinated. WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccines are safe and
effective
How can I protect myself and my family against the Omicron variant?
The most important thing you can do is reduce your risk of exposure to the virus. To protect
yourself and your loved ones, make sure to:
-Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth.
Where has Omicron been Detected in India?
A total of four states and Delhi have reported 23 cases of Omicron in the country so far. These include Maharashtra, Delhi, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Rajasthan.
Having so many mutations raises concerns that
Omicron’s spike might be able to somewhat evade antibodies produced by either previous
infection or vaccination
Why are scientists so concerned about Omicron?
Researchers in South Africa sounded the alarm because they found more than 30 mutations in
the spike protein. The spike protein is the chief target of antibodies that the immune system
produces to fight a Covid-19 infection.
Are the COVID-19 vaccines effective against the Omicron variant?
Although the information is still limited, WHO believes it is a reasonable
assumption that the currently available vaccines offer some protection against severe disease and
death.
How easily does Omicron spread?
The Omicron variant likely will spread more easily than the original SARS-CoV-2 virus. CDC expects that anyone with
Omicron infection can spread the virus to others, even if they are vaccinated or don’t have
symptoms.
What is the Omicron variant?
First identified in Botswana and South Africa, this new iteration of the covid has prompted
concern due to an unusually high no. of
mutations that have the potential to make the virus more transmissible and less susceptible to
existing vaccines.
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