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COVID-19 Omicron Variant

Is omicron leading us closer to herd immunity against COVID-19? Experts weigh in

Is omicron leading us closer to herd immunity against COVID-19? Experts weigh in

Experts say it's not likely that the highly transmissible omicron variant — or any other variant — will lead us closer to herd immunity against COVID-19.

February 23, 2022
Influential model finds 73% of US now immune to omicron

Influential model finds 73% of US now immune to omicron

This winter's omicron wave in the U.S. also bolstered our defenses, leaving enough protection against the coronavirus that future spikes will likely require much less disruption to society.

February 18, 2022
Can you get long COVID after an infection with omicron? Here's what you need to know

Can you get long COVID after an infection with omicron? Here's what you need to know

Experts say it's too early to know whether people infected with the omicron variant will develop long COVID. Doctors believe it's possible to have long-term effects from omicron.

February 9, 2022
Chef Rick Bayless talks about the plight of struggling Chicago restaurants during Omicron
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Chef Rick Bayless talks about the plight of struggling Chicago restaurants during Omicron

Restauranteur and chef Rick Bayless sounds the alarm on the state of Chicago's restaurant industry still suffering from the Omicron variant.

February 7, 2022
New COVID variant BA.2: What's known about 'stealth' omicron?

New COVID variant BA.2: What's known about 'stealth' omicron?

The new coronavirus variant, which scientists call BA.2, is widely considered stealthier than the original version of omicron because particular genetic traits make it somewhat harder to detect.

January 28, 2022
What's next for the Omicron variant in Chicago?
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What's next for the Omicron variant in Chicago?

Dr. David Rubin from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia PolicyLab breaks down how the Omicron variant is trending across the Midwest and what to expect in the months ahead.

January 24, 2022
What are some of the different symptoms of the Omicron variant?
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What are some of the different symptoms of the Omicron variant?

Dr. Shikha Jain from UI Health walks us through some of the distinctive symptoms of the Omicron variant and how they can be observed.

January 20, 2022
Omicron vs. delta: Study examines difference between two coronavirus variant symptoms

Omicron vs. delta: Study examines difference between two coronavirus variant symptoms

The differences between omicron and delta variant symptoms were analyzed as part of a COVD-19 infection survey.

January 17, 2022
US omicron peak: Fauci predicts steep drop in cases toward 'end of January'

US omicron peak: Fauci predicts steep drop in cases toward 'end of January'

Dr. Anthony Fauci cautiously predicted the U.S. omicron wave could soon start to noticeably decline “as we get to the end of January.”

January 14, 2022
University of Illinois to start spring semester remotely amid surge in COVID cases
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University of Illinois to start spring semester remotely amid surge in COVID cases

The University of Illinois Chicago and Northwestern University will be joining a number of other colleges that will have students return to remote learning when they come back from holiday break.

December 21, 2021
Preckwinkle urges vaccinations ahead of holiday travel
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Preckwinkle urges vaccinations ahead of holiday travel

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle pleaded with residents to get vaccinated Tuesday as the Omicron variant continues to get a foothold.

December 21, 2021
Loyola University Chicago requiring students, staff to get COVID-19 booster shot
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Loyola University Chicago requiring students, staff to get COVID-19 booster shot

Loyola University in Chicago is now requiring all students, faculty and staff to get the COVID-19 booster shot if they're eligible as concerns about the omicron variant continue to grow.

December 15, 2021
First suburban Cook County Omicron COVID-19 case detected Tuesday

First suburban Cook County Omicron COVID-19 case detected Tuesday

The first known suburban Cook County case of the Omicron COVID-19 variant was detected Tuesday, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health. 

December 15, 2021
WHO warns omicron variant fears may set off hoarding of COVID-19 vaccines

WHO warns omicron variant fears may set off hoarding of COVID-19 vaccines

The World Health Organization has expressed concerns that rich countries spooked by the emergence of the omicron variant could step up hoarding of COVID-19 vaccines.

December 9, 2021
Illinois lawmakers considering different types of vaccine mandates
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Illinois lawmakers considering different types of vaccine mandates

Vaccine mandates are changing around the United States as leaders struggle to contain fears of the omicron variant and the country’s latest surge of COVID cases.

December 7, 2021
New travel rules go into effect to fight COVID-19
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New travel rules go into effect to fight COVID-19

New stricter travel rules are in effect as the nation closely monitors the new omicron variant. Dr. Chris Colbert discusses it in depth with FOX 32's Tia Ewing.

December 6, 2021
Oak Park River Forest High School cancels athletics and activities because of COVID outbreak

Oak Park River Forest High School cancels athletics and activities because of COVID outbreak

The school said that 81% of students and 90% of employees are vaccinated. Of the people who are testing positive, 76% are fully vaccinated. The school noted that many are six months past their last dose.

December 5, 2021
Six residents of senior living community in Fox Lake taken to hospitals with COVID symptoms

Six residents of senior living community in Fox Lake taken to hospitals with COVID symptoms

Authorities said that they received a call from the Cottages of Fox Lake about a sick patient at about 5:30 p.m. While on the way, they realized they were going to need six ambulances.

December 4, 2021
Wisconsin resident who recently traveled to South Africa is state's first omicron variant case

Wisconsin resident who recently traveled to South Africa is state's first omicron variant case

Wisconsin said that the Milwaukee County resident had recently traveled to South Africa. The man is fully vaccinated and had received his booster dose. He has mild symptoms and has not been hospitalized.

December 4, 2021
Study suggests past COVID-19 infection may not fend off omicron variant

Study suggests past COVID-19 infection may not fend off omicron variant

A research group has been tracking reinfections in South Africa and reported a jump with the arrival of omicron that they hadn't seen when two previous variants, including the extra-contagious delta variant, moved through the country.

December 3, 2021
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