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Can recovered Covid-19 patients be reinfected with Omicron? Here’s what WHO says

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Can recovered Covid-19 patients be reinfected with Omicron? Here’s what WHO says

The Omicron variant has been causing a surge in the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) infection across the world. The number of hospitalisations is less, but the spread of infection is faster, owing to a high number of mutations the Omicron possesses.

This begs the question: Can the Omicron variant re-infect people? Health experts and the World Health Organization (WHO), which keeps tabs on emerging variants of the constantly mutating coronavirus, say the chances of reinfection are high.

The WHO stated in a note on the Omicron variant that the variant can evade people’s previous immunity and can still infect people who have been infected with Covid-19 in the past. This is a wake-up call for those who have not been vaccinated and those who were vaccinated a few months ago.

The WHO said in a report published on its website last month: “Compared with Delta, people who have recovered from Covid-19 are three to five times more likely to be infected with Omicron.”

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However, it added that there is still no evidence that Omicron causes more severe disease than the Delta variant, which led to a devastating second wave of infections last year.

The WHO said the virus spread mainly among adults in their 20s and 30s, initially in large cities and in clusters associated with social and workplace gatherings.

However, some studies have confirmed a silver lining for the Omicron variant. Bloomberg reported earlier this week that a combination of broad immunity and numerous mutations has resulted in a virus that causes far less disease than previous iterations.

The Bloomberg report is based on ongoing research on Omicron, including in South Africa, where the variant first appeared.

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One of the key factors that makes Omicron less virulent is that it doesn’t infect the lungs as easily as previous variants. One such study was published by a consortium of Japanese and American scientists who conducted experiments on mice and hamsters. Another study in Belgium reported similar results in hamsters, which were severely ill due to a previous mutation of the virus.

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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