On November 28, 2021, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued a technical brief regarding the SARS-CoV-2 variant B.1.1.529, also known as Omicron, which is currently designated as a variant of concern. See this post for additional discussion on the classification of variants. The WHO stated, “Omicron is a highly divergent variant with a high number of mutations, including 26-32 in the spike, some of which are concerning and may be associated with immune escape potential and higher transmissibility.”
Currently there are no confirmed cases of Omicron in the United States, but it is simply a matter of time before that happens. If you are interested in tracking the spread of the Omicron variant, check out the Omicron Tracker at BNO News.
It presents confirmed and probable cases of Omicron. Here’s a list of the top 10 countries ranked by the number of confirmed cases, as of 7:00 PM Pacific on November 29, 2021:
You can also track the Omicron variant on the BNO News Twitter feed. Stay safe earthlings!
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