Omicron Variant: The world is scared of the corona variant ‘Omicron’, know what the vaccine companies said?

 

The World Health Organization (WHO) held a meeting on Friday regarding the new variant Omicron of Corona. This Kovid-19 variant, found in large numbers in South Africa, has been designated as a matter of concern. This is the fifth variant that has been named. 

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People in countries around the world are scared after the new variant of Corona came to the fore, Omicron. While many countries have announced restrictions on travel, India has made screening mandatory for travelers from 12 countries. The World Health Organization has also warned about its danger. Meanwhile, to avert this threat, the reactions of vaccine companies have also started coming to the fore. Let us know which company has said what …

Moderna will prepare a booster shot

US drugmaker Moderna said on Friday that it would prepare a booster shot against the new corona variant Omicron. According to the news agency AFP, Moderna said it is one of three strategies the company is pursuing to deal with new threats, including increasing production of existing vaccines. Stefan Bansel, CEO of Moderna, said, “Omicron variants are related to mutations and for several days we have been moving forward as soon as possible to execute our strategy to get more information on this variant.”

Pfizer and BioNtech raise people’s fear

Statements by pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and BioNtech have added to the fear of the people. On Saturday, pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and BioNtech issued a statement saying that they are not sure whether their vaccine is effective for treating the new variant of corona ‘Omicron’.

Will try to bring vaccine within 100 days: Sputnik

At the same time, the Sputnik company said that it will try to develop a new vaccine against this new variant in 100 days.

Screening mandatory for travelers from 12 countries in India

The 12 countries from which screening has been made mandatory for travelers in India include countries in Europe including South Africa, Brazil, Bangladesh Botswana, China, Mauritius, New Zealand, Zimbabwe, Singapore, Israel, Hong Kong, UK.

Impact on international flight service

After the appearance of this variant, with the easing of visa restrictions, the start of international flight services may once again be affected. According to the Health Department, if strictness is not taken, then it can have a serious impact on public health.