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Omicron could spread faster, its severity still not certain, says WHO
The World Health Organization says early evidence suggests the omicron variant may be spreading faster than the highly transmissible delta variant but brings with it less severe coronavirus disease
 "Omicron could spread faster, its severity still not certain, says WHO")
Omicron reported in 57 countries, hospitalisations set to rise, says WHO
The WHO, in its weekly epidemiological report, said more data was needed to assess the severity of disease caused by the Omicron variant
 "Omicron reported in 57 countries, hospitalisations set to rise, says WHO")
WHO advises against use of convalescent plasma for Covid treatment
Convalescent plasma shows no improvement in survival and other important measures and is not recommended for patients with Covid-19, the WHO said
 "WHO advises against use of convalescent plasma for Covid treatment")
Measures put in place for Delta work for Omicron variant too: WHO
WHO officials said measures put in place and experience gained in dealing with the delta variant should remain the foundation for fighting the pandemic.
 "Measures put in place for Delta work for Omicron variant too: WHO")
Vaccine hoarding by some countries leading to new Covid-19 variants?
Just as we thought that we were out of the woods, the threat of a new Covid-19 variant, Omicron, has started looming large. Let's take a look at the factors that have contributed to the crisis
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WHO nations launch steps toward deal to fight pandemics
WHO Director-General said the consensus decision during a special session of the U.N. health agency's members was a cause for celebration
 "WHO nations launch steps toward deal to fight pandemics")
WHO warns against blanket travel bans over Omicron coronavirus variant
Blanket travel bans will not prevent the international spread, and they place a heavy burden on lives and livelihoods, it said
 "WHO warns against blanket travel bans over Omicron coronavirus variant")
LIVE: Existing restrictions and relaxations in WB to continue till Dec 15
All outdoor activities, including movement of people and vehicles shall continue to be prohibited between 11 pm to 5 am
 "LIVE: Existing restrictions and relaxations in WB to continue till Dec 15")
Moderna CEO says vaccines likely less effective against Omicron: Report
'There is no world, I think, where (the effectiveness) is the same level we had with Delta,' Stephane Bancel told the Financial Times.
 "Moderna CEO says vaccines likely less effective against Omicron: Report")
WHO special session starts seeking 'pandemic treaty' amid Omicron concerns
The WHA May session this year decided to set up a working group to consider the findings and recommendations of a number of panels and committees on global preparedness for Covid-19
 "WHO special session starts seeking 'pandemic treaty' amid Omicron concerns")
Global risk from new Coronavirus variant 'very high', cautions WHO
The WHO warned Monday that the global risk from the omicron variant is very high based on the early evidence, saying the mutated coronavirus could lead to surges with severe consequences.
Global risk from new coronavirus variant Omicron 'very high', warns WHO
The World Health Organization says the global risk from the omicron variant of the coronavirus is very high based on early evidence, and it could lead to surges with severe consequences. The UN health agency, in a technical memo to member states, says "considerable uncertainties remain about the new variant that was first detected in southern Africa. But it says the likelihood of possible further spread around the world is high.
Not yet clear if Omicron more transmissible, causes severe disease: WHO
WHO said it is not yet clear whether the newly-detected coronavirus variant Omicron is more transmissible or causes more severe disease compared to other variants.
 "Not yet clear if Omicron more transmissible, causes severe disease: WHO")
WHO criticises travel bans on S African nations after detection of Omicron
WHO urged countries around the world not to impose flight bans on southern African nations due to concerns over the new omicron variant
Omicron variant spreads worldwide as scientists race to find answers
South African doctor says Omicron patients have 'very mild' symptoms; Israel announces it is barring foreigners for two weeks.
New vax for Omicron by early 2022, says Moderna as countries report cases
Two cases were detected in Australia, while Netherlands reported 13 cases of the new strain in passengers from South Africa
 "New vax for Omicron by early 2022, says Moderna as countries report cases")
LIVE: Two SA returnees test Covid positive in Bengaluru; Omicron reaches UK
Two linked cases of the new Omicron coronavirus variant have been detected in Britain connected to travel to southern Africa, health minister Sajid Javid said on Saturday
 "LIVE: Two SA returnees test Covid positive in Bengaluru; Omicron reaches UK")
Stop flights from countries with new Covid-19 variants: Kejriwal to Modi
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday urged PM Modi to stop flights from South Africa, Botswana and Hong Kong where new Covid-19 variants have been detected
 "Stop flights from countries with new Covid-19 variants: Kejriwal to Modi")
New Covid variant: Lanka imposes travel ban on 6 southern African nations
With effect from Sunday, arrivals from South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Lesotho and Eswatini are required to undergo mandatory quarantine
 "New Covid variant: Lanka imposes travel ban on 6 southern African nations")
Study on 2 booster candidates to anticipate omicron-like mutations: Moderna
The pharma company is studying two booster candidates designed to anticipate mutations similar to the Omicron variant
 "Study on 2 booster candidates to anticipate omicron-like mutations: Moderna")