WHO = World Health Organization said that the new coronavirus Omicron strain is expected to spread at a faster pace than the Delta strain in areas where community-acquired infections are occurring.
On the other hand, he said that the risk of aggravation of the Omicron strain may be lower than that of the Delta strain, but he is cautious that additional data is needed to make a decision.
In a document released on the 12th, WHO said, "In the United Kingdom, for example, the infection of the Delta strain is spreading, the Omicron strain seems to be spreading faster than the Delta strain."
He then analyzed that "the pace of spread of Omicron strains is expected to exceed that of Delta strains in areas where community-acquired Delta strains are occurring," and pointed out the possibility that Delta strains will be replaced by Omicron strains in the future. Did.
On the other hand, regarding the risk of aggravation of the Omicron strain, he pointed out that it is "mild or asymptomatic as reported in Europe" and said that it may be lower than the Delta strain, but additional data is required for judgment. It shows a cautious attitude.