Omicron was found in Tianjin and Guangzhou. The so-called know yourself and know yourself, how contagious is Omicron? How can we protect it?
On October 8th, 65438/kloc-0, Tianjin Center for Disease Control and Prevention completed the whole genome sequencing of two new cases of COVID-19 in Tianjin. Through analysis and comparison, and confirmed by China CDC, the two local cases in COVID-19 belong to Omicron mutant (evolutionary branch BA. 1) and belong to the same transmission chain.
According to virologists' prediction, Omicron is likely to coexist with Delta strain, which will affect the whole world. So what are the symptoms of Omicron infection?
After being infected with Omicron, the symptoms may be similar to those of Delta and Beta strains, with symptoms of cough, fatigue, runny nose or stuffy nose. It is also possible that the condition is more serious; After children are infected with Omicron, there may be different situations such as rash.
So what should China do with the input of Omicron?
Xu Wenbo, Director of the Center for Viral Disease Prevention and Control, China CDC: China's existing COVID-19 prevention and control policies, such as "external prevention and import" and "internal prevention and rebound", can prevent the spread of "Omicron" through detailed epidemiological and genome monitoring of all imported cases.
As ordinary people, how can we prevent the emergence of Delta and Omicron strains?
1. that is, we need to vaccinate, especially strengthen the vaccine.
2. Isolation protection and disinfection methods are still effective.
Try not to go to crowded places, and don't go out at your place of residence!
If you have suspected COVID-19's symptoms, you should monitor your temperature in time and take the initiative to see a doctor.
5. Reduce unnecessary exit, especially to countries where Omicron strains are suspected or imported.
During the epidemic, ordinary people can do it without running around and spreading rumors. I hope everyone can be healthy and safe!
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