Omicron Variant

South Africa Braces For COVID-19 Wave Propelled By Omicron

The variant appears to be spreading more rapidly among young people in their 20s and 30s, alarming health professionals.
By Andrew Meldrum, AP

U.K. Counts 2 Cases Of Omicron Variant, Health Secretary Says

Meanwhile, Dr. Anthony Fauci said he "would not be surprised" if the variant is already in the United States.
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More Countries Scramble To Curb Omicron

The new COVID-19 variant was identified in South Africa two weeks ago.
By Mike Corder and Pan Pylas, AP

New York Declares State Of Emergency To Hike Hospital Capacity Ahead Of Omicron Variant

"While the new Omicron variant has yet to be detected in New York State, it's coming,โ€ warned Gov. Kathy Hochul.
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World Races To Contain New 'Omicron' COVID-19 Variant

Early evidence suggests it carries an increased risk of reinfection compared with other highly transmissible variants, the World Health Organization said.
By Raf Casert and Calvin Woodward, AP

Stocks Nosedive Amid Concerns About New COVID-19 Variant

The variant, recently dubbed omicron, was first noticed in South Africa and has spread to several other nations.
By Ken Sweet and Paul Wiseman, AP

U.S. To Restrict Travel From 8 Countries In Africa Due To New COVID Variant

The omicron strain circulating around South Africa has been flagged as a variant of concern.
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Will Flight Restrictions Help Prevent New COVID-19 Variant Spread?

The World Health Organization has declared omicron a variant of concern.
By Maria Cheng and Haleluya Hadero, AP