Omicron outbreak raising concerns and panicking situation worldwide. WHO says the world needs to be prepared against this new variant of COVID19.
World Health Organization said on Monday, Omicron can spread internationally. The world can face severe consequences. Varieties of the highly modified Omicron coronavirus are likely to spread internationally. There is a high risk of infection which could be a serious threat in some places.
No deaths have been reported till now by Omicron, although further research is needed to assess its ability to resist the vaccine and its immunity caused by previous infections.
Estimating the rise in the number of cases reported for the first time last week, the UN agency urged its member states to step up vaccinations for high-priority people.
Omicron contains an unusual number of spike mutations, some of which relate to their potential effects on the speed of infectious diseases.
The WHO director-general said the appearance of the new variant showed how dangerous and uncertain” the situation can be.
A dozen countries have imposed travel bans. Japan joined Israel on Monday, saying it would close its borders to foreigners.
