“Omicron is what worries me. It’s not something that makes you panic.”
“We will fight and defeat the mutant covid-19,” the US president reassured the public amid global concerns about the “Omicron” strain of COVID-19.
The BBC news agency reported that just a day after the infection was detected in North America, US President Joe Biden. came out to confirm with the public by calling Omicron mutant covids as “What worries It’s not something that makes you panic.”
Biden also insists he doesn’t see the need for a lockdown at this point. especially If people are vaccinated and wear masks, lockdowns are not necessary. Drugmakers are ramping up their plans to deal with the situation. and producing more vaccines if needed.
North America’s latest mutant coronavirus infection confirmed in Canada As a result, the Canadian government has issued an order on Nov. 26 prohibiting travelers from or through South Africa within the 14 days prior to entering the country. It was revealed on November 29 that a total of two people had been infected with the mutation before another one was found on November 30.
The United States last week banned travelers from eight South African countries from entering the country. It has sparked criticism from many, especially the South African government, who have said it is being “witch hunted”.
Biden admits that It was almost inevitable that the mutant would be banned from the United States. ready to say “We will fight and defeat this new strain of covid.”
The US president also pointed out that the eight-country ban was to buy time for US scientists. While the WHO considers Omicron to be a “worrying” strain, it is unclear whether the virus can spread faster and evade vaccines better than the original strain.
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