China’s most used Covid-19 shots effective against Delta variant: Study
The data is based on an analysis of more than 100 infections and more than 10,000 of their close contacts during a Delta outbreak.
S’pore GPs see surge in number of patients over CNY holidays
Experts said that daily Covid-19 cases could cross the 10,000 mark in the coming weeks despite muted CNY celebrations.
Omicron sub-variant may be more contagious: Bangladesh health officials
There has been a rise in cases involving a sub-variant named BA.2, which has several different mutations from the original.
WHO warns ‘premature’ to declare victory over Covid-19
The UN health agency chief pointed out that since Omicron was first spotted, nearly 90 million Covid cases have been reported to the WHO.
Indonesia pivots to harm reduction as Omicron cases rise
Indonesia is experiencing a spike in infections that is largely attributable to the highly contagious Omicron strain.
Not yet time to scrap Covid-19 alert level system: Malacanang Palace
A number of senators were open to the idea of getting rid of the alert level system, saying this would spur economic activity.
Variant of omicron variant spreading in Japan, world
BA.2 was detected in Africa around November last year and spread to Europe and Asia
Doctors’ group issues advise vs early easing of Metro Covid-19 alert level
The Philippine College of Physicians president said it would probably be safe to lower the alert level after Feb 15.
Requirements for visitors under Thailand’s “Test and Go” scheme revised from Feb 1
The “Test and Go” scheme will be the primary measure for entry into Thailand after February 1 onwards.
South Korea embraces ‘milder’ Omicron variant, opts for focused protection
According to a government analysis, Omicron is twice as transmissible as Delta but only about one-fifth as deadly.