Modelling the impact of Omicron and emerging variants on SARS-CoV-2 transmission and public health burden.

Epke A Le RutteAndrew J ShattockNakul Chitnis Sherrie L Kelly Melissa A Penny

Published in: Communications medicine (2022)

These findings provide quantitative guidance to decision-makers at a critical time while Omicron's properties are being assessed and preparedness for emerging VOCs is eminent. We emphasise the importance of both genomic and population epidemiological surveillance.

Keyphrases

public health
sars cov
copy number
global health
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
high resolution
decision making
risk factors
gene expression
coronavirus disease