That's why the new variant of omicron is increasing - consult the chief physician at Sahlgrenska

The new sub-variant BA5 is described as more contagious than the previous variants.

In addition, it can infect people who have had some type of omicron variant before or who have been vaccinated.

There are always new varieties

According to Magnus Gisslén, there will always be a risk of new variants.

- We will learn to live with the fact that there will be new variants that spread and that most people become mildly ill from if you are vaccinated, says Magnus Gisslén.

At present, there is no indication that BA5 would be more serious than any of the previous variants, according to Magnus Gisslén.

- The important thing is that people get vaccinated and that you protect those who are most fragile, that is, the elderly, says Gisslén.

Start the clip to hear Magnus Gisslén explain what the increase in the new variant is due to.