Will the BA.2 Omicron variant extend the tail end of the latest wave or induce a new surge at the time public health measures are being lifted? Opinions are mixed for various reasons and based in part on population immunity from infection and vaccination.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for February 22, 2022

[display_podcast]

Source:
More contagious version of omicron spreads in U.S., fueling worries

Related posts:

  1. Preprint study evaluated entire Scottish population and calls into question delaying second Covid vaccine dose up to 12 weeks. After first dose it noted a drop in preventing hospitalization from 84% at 5 weeks to 58% after the 7th. And after 16 weeks?
  2. What has been the clinical outcome of increasing number of infections in fully vaccinated people in the Yukon? What are the hospitalization rates and severe disease outcomes compared to unvaccinated people? Context is important to provide perspective.
  3. Moderna CEO should quell their speculative and alarmist comments about Omicron. In times of uncertainty, statements should be calm, measured, humble, and neutral in tone. Answers likely forthcoming in 1-2 wks. Solutions will follow thereafter.
  4. Denmark preprint study concludes that “Stealth” Omicron BA.2 is more transmissible than BA.1 in unvaccinated people and vaccines still offer protection.