Officials Say Newly Detected Omicron Subvariant Is Not Cause For Panic

Officials Say Newly Detected Omicron Subvariant Is Not Cause For Panic

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The video discusses the Omicron variant, which has been identified on four continents, including the US. Experts advise against panic. The UK Health and Security Agency is investigating a new subvariant, BA2, with currently low case numbers.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

On how many continents has the Omicron variant been identified?

5

2

3

4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current stance of doctors regarding the Omicron variant?

It should not cause panic.

It is a cause for immediate concern.

It is not present in the US.

It is more dangerous than other variants.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which agency is investigating the new sub-variant BA2?

European Medicines Agency

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

World Health Organization

Health and Security Agency in Britain

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the new sub-variant being investigated?

BA1

BA2

BA3

BA4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of case numbers for the sub-variant BA2?

Moderate

Unknown

Very high

Very low