Andrew Chang talks to virologist Dr. Samira Mubareka about what has prompted the concerns around the omicron variant and the reports that it spreads easily. 00:00 What we know about omicron symptoms 00:50 How infectious is the omicron variant? 01:19 Should people do anything differently? 02:09 The urgency around booster shots 02:43 Could we see a specific booster shot for omicron? #omicron #covid19 #covidvariant Watch The National live on YouTube Sunday-Friday at 9 p.m. ET Subscribe to The National: https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with The National online: |
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