Omicron cases less likely to require hospital treatment, studies show
Data from Denmark, South Africa and UK point to reduced severity from infection with coronavirus strain
South Africans with Omicron variant 80pc less likely to be hospitalised, study finds
Scientists warn findings may not apply globally and WHO says more data needed on Omicron severity
Daily Covid cases in South Africa quadruple as Omicron variant spreads
World wrap: Rio cancels NYE party, UK scientists warn about Omicron threat
Omicron drives record rate of Covid infection in South African province
Officials say variant’s R number is believed to be above 6, though most cases are mild
Omicron variant: what South African medics are saying
‘It was like a tap being turned on from Thursday or Friday last week. It’s been mostly young people’
Coronavirus: South Africa extends lockdown until end of April
Opposition DA party criticises Ramaphosa for move in terms of ‘lives versus livelihoods’
Coronavirus: South Africa ramps up testing in townships
Government sends out 10,000 volunteers in effort to contain virus ahead of flu season
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE...
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Stardust
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Family NoticesOpens in new window
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices