'Empowering' early criticism on Omicron seriousness: Dr Fauci

Early information from the new variation doesn't show an incredible level of risk, says top US pandemic researcher.

Early signs of the seriousness of the Omicron COVID-19 variation are "somewhat uplifting" yet more data is as yet required, as indicated by driving US pandemic counselor Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Reports from South Africa, where it arose and is turning into the predominant strain, recommend hospitalization rates have not expanded alarmingly.

"However it's too soon to truly offer any conclusive expressions about it, so far it doesn't resemble there's an extraordinary level of seriousness to it," Fauci said.

"So far, the signs are somewhat reassuring. However, we have truly become cautious before we make any conclusions that it is less serious, or it truly doesn't cause any extreme disease, equivalent to Delta

Clinical specialists have as of late highlighted that the South African populace slants youthful and more extreme cases could arise before long.

Lab tests are in progress to decide if Omicron – an intensely changed strain of the infection – is more contagious than different strains, impervious to insusceptibility from inoculation, and in case the disease is more serious, with results expected in no time.