The third wave of the Covid-19, which saw a major peak in January, has slowly subsided around the world, but many countries are now seeing an increase in the Omicron submarine, which is scientifically known as BA.2, causing concern in the scientific community. Is.Also read – Coronavirus 4 wave: How Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra is preparing to control stealth omikron | Detailed report here
Subveriant BA.2, dubbed the moniker ‘Stealth Omicron’, seems to be gaining ground in some parts of the world. The new sub-variant has also sparked speculation of a possible fourth wave of the Covid-19. Stealth omicron is the main cause of sudden increase in Covid-19 cases in South Korea, China and other Asian and European countries. Also read – Include these 6 healthy lifestyle habits to avoid obstructive sleep apnea
Understand the difference between stealth omicron and delta omicron
According to a study led by Danish researchers, the BA.2 subtype of Omicron is 1.5 times more transmissible than the original Omicron strain. Omicron, also known as B.1.1.529, has three main substrates, BA.1, BA.2 and BA.3, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Also read – What happens when COVID-19 variants join? WHO explains
The biggest difference between the previous types of Covid-19 and Stealth Omicron is that it is difficult to detect in PCR tests. Experts say it could lead to another wave of epidemics as it is difficult to detect.
The WHO says the Omicron variant could attack the upper respiratory tract. The Delta Plus variant of the Covid-19 has more attachment to the lung tissue than other strains.
Compared to delta and omicron infections, stealth omikron infections will strengthen your immune system, according to a DNA report.
Meanwhile, Maharashtra, which has been the most affected state during the previous waves, has already been put on alert by the state government with a request to the people to abide by the COVID protocol.
“We have received an alert letter from the central government as cases of Kovid are on the rise in European countries, South Korea and China. Accordingly, our health department has issued a letter to DC to be vigilant and take necessary action, ”Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope told ANI.
A few weeks ago, a team from IIT Kanpur predicted that India is likely to witness the next wave in June and will continue to reach the peak in August for the next 4 months. The same research team had earlier predicted that the third wave of epidemics in India would reach its peak by February 3, 2022. They further clarified that the whole analysis will have a profound effect on how and when the next type will come.
(Includes agency inputs)
