More data needed on new Omicron variant before changes made in travel guidelines – Health Minister

Guyana Times

More data needed on new Omicron variant before changes made in travel guidelines – Health Minister

The rise of a new variant of concern, now called Omicron, has raised concerns among countries with its link to high infections. However, Guyana is awaiting more information before changes are made to its travel guidelines.Health MinisterDr Frank Anthony The B.1.1.529 variant was first reported to the World Health Organisation from South Africa on November 24. The epidemiological situation in South Africa has been characterised by three distinct …