New Zealanders advised to get boosted and keep doing the basics well
The best thing New Zealanders can do as we move into Phase 2 of our response to the Omicron variant of COVID-19 is get boosted and give each other some space, said Director General of Health, Dr Ashley Bloomfield. “What we have learned from the overseas evidence and experience is this virus is more infectious and easier to pass on than other variants but overall seems to be having a slightly milder effect on people. “This has led to people treating it like the flu and thankfully for most people it won’t be serious.
However, the more people with the infection the greater the likelihood of passing it on to those who we really need to protect, such as people who are immunocompromised and older people, who may become very unwell.
Dr Bloomfield said that while almost everyone will be exposed to this variant it doesn’t mean they will be infected. “Everyone has a role to play in stopping this virus being passed on.
The most important thing we can do is mask, pass, scan and keep your distance. “We also know that boosters really strengthen the body’s ability to fight this virus.
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