The Latest Breaking News from Omicron

The UKHSA says it will become the dominant variant across the country

The quickly changing coronavirus has spawned yet another super contagious omicron mutant that’s worrying scientists as it gains ground in India and pops up in numerous other countries, including the United States. Scientists say the variant – called BA.2.75 – may be able to spread rapidly and get around immunity…

Omicron BA.5 is more resistant to antibodies, according to health experts, leading to rapid reinfections – although they are thought to be less severe than previous Covid outbreaks

Chief Health Officer says it is too early to ascertain what the impact of long COVID would be on the Sunshine State, given it had only been subject to Omicron waves when the population was highly vaccinated.

1 in 21 Brits are believed to be infected

Dr Cillian de Gascun, Director of the National Virus Reference Laboratory, told RTE Radio One why we are seeing a rise in Covid cases and how long protection lasts for those who have already been infected

Omicron sub-variants driving up coronavirus cases in UK and being monitored closely

Cases are rising across the UK

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of variant, experts say