Omicron variant transmission ‘eye-wateringly high’, scientist says

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Experts have warned of a potential impact on the number of essential workers, including nurses, doctors and teachers, if transmission is not curbed.

Sir Jeremy told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme: “Omicron is spreading unbelievably fast. It is a phenomenal variant, transmission is eye-wateringly high, but there is great uncertainty.

 

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