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Bookmark or Share- Omicron COVID-19 variant - Everything we know so farScientists are studying a new COVID-19 'variant of concern' named Omicron. The new COVID-19 strain was first identified in southern Africa. There are concerns Omicron could increase risks of reinfection. Scientists are seeking to understand if vaccines will work against Omicron.
- The 5 stages of an Omicron infection you need to know aboutOmicron is thought to be much faster working than Delta or Alpha - so you will likely see symptoms sooner, around the two day mark. Of course some people won't see any at all throughout their entire infection. But most people will spend a couple without any signs they are ill - unaware they are in the viruses incubation period.
- Omicron Variant: What You Need to Know | CDCThe Omicron variant, like other variants, is comprised of a number of lineages and sublineages. The three most common lineages of Omicron currently are BA.1, BA.1.1 and BA.2. The Omicron variant spreads more easily than earlier variants of the virus that cause COVID-19, including the Delta variant.
- What Are the Symptoms of Omicron?Omicron symptoms can look like flu and cold symptoms and cause headache, sore throat and runny nose. Omicron appears to cause milder symptoms than previous variants—especially in fully vaccinated people. People need to get their booster shots for the most protection. If you’re unsure if you have a cold or COVID, get tested as soon as possible.
- If You Have Omicron, Here's When Symptoms StartOmicron is not only more contagious than COVID or Delta, but people who have been infected with the variant typically show symptoms much quicker, Dr. Cioe-Peña states. "Usually 1-2 days. It's ...
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