Thomas (Special correspondent)
Highlights
• In the case Omicron,there is no big explanation and not much worry about.We have encountered a Delta mutant that was more worrisome than this.
• Compared to the Delta,the Omicron is creating anxiety only in terms of its spread.
• Severity of its infection is not seen anywhere in the world.Countries with a high incidence of Omicron infections, including Botswana and South Africa,too have not witnessed any severe cases.The symptoms of this virus are mild.Thus, there is no need to worry.
• Precaution is essential as it spreads very quickly.Vaccination is necessary to stop the spread
• Percentage of first dose vaccine in Karnataka is over 93% and that of 2nd dose is 64%.
• Karnataka ranks third in the country in vaccination coverage.The vaccine program is scheduled to be completed by the end of December.
• We still have about 70 lakh vaccine stock. Everyone should voluntarily get vaccinated.
• Central government will take a decision on international flights.Apart from this,World Health Organization is also studying cases in different countries. With comprehensive report Central Govt will decide future course of action.
• Reconsideration at the history of any pandemic will show that the 2nd wave is always huge.
• 3rd wave is less impactful, and there are some historical evidences for this.
• Delta variant had no effect on children.Omicron intensity is low compared to delta.Scientists and experts are saying that even if children are infected, it will have very less effect.
Omicron intensity is lower if two-doses of vaccine is taken, says Dr K Sudhakar.
Minister of Health and Medical Education, Dr K Sudhakar today told reporters that those who were infected with Omicron in Karnataka,have no health problem or symptoms.
Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru,he said that only two cases were found in Karnataka.The genomics sequence report of those in contact with the infected has not yet arrived.
New infections have been discovered in other states. The primary and secondary contacts of the infected too, are found to have no problems or symptoms.
Infected is being treated at the Bowring Hospital and that he is in regular contact with the hospital director.Those who came in contact with the Omicron infected have received both vaccine doses, he said.
Severity of Omicron infection will be low in those who have taken two-dose vaccine.
The low symptoms off the contacts of the infected stands proof of this. Single dose of vaccine will not provide complete immunity.
It develops only when both doses are taken, he said. Minister urged every eligible to mandatorily take vaccine at the earliest.
