The Latest Breaking News from Omicron

As two new subvariants drive a surge in cases across the country, the Standard explains how likely you are to test positive again

Almost all European countries have reported surge in infections, driven mainly by Omicron variant BA.5

Experts warn fifth wave of coronavirus infections underway as hospital admissions rise

The BA.4 and BA.5 sub-variants of Covid-19 are more severe than other sub-variants of the Omicron strain, and less affected by antibodies, according to the Department of Medical Sciences.

ACT Chief Health Officer Dr Kerryn Coleman says despite a predicted rise in COVID-19 cases, reintroduction of a mask mandate is not currently being considered.

The UKHSA says it will become the dominant variant across the country

The quickly changing coronavirus has spawned yet another super contagious omicron mutant that’s worrying scientists as it gains ground in India and pops up in numerous other countries, including the United States. Scientists say the variant – called BA.2.75 – may be able to spread rapidly and get around immunity…

Multiple Chinese cities are adopting fresh COVID-19 curbs, from business halts to lockdowns, to rein in new infections, with the commercial hub of Shanghai bracing for another mass testing effort after finding a highly-transmissible Omicron subvariant.

The quickly changing coronavirus has spawned yet another super contagious omicron mutant that’s worrying scientists as it gains ground in India and pops up in numerous other countries, including the United States