Dr. Barry Dworkin

Science communication should be calm, measured, provide quality evidence for claims, and offer solutions. Hyperbole and fear-mongering statements like “Omicron will dominate and overwhelm the world in 3-6 months” are unhelpful and easily misinterpreted.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for December 3, 2021

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Omicron to dominate and overwhelm the world in 3-6 months, doctor says

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