How to effectively protect yourself against the Omicron variant?

The arrival of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 worries the scientific community. On the 20 Hours set on Tuesday, December 21, journalist and doctor Damien Mascret explains that researchers have tested Omicron’s resistance to nine monoclonal antibodies. “Six have completely lost their effectiveness, and three have decreased effectiveness “, indicates the latter.

“It’s annoying because very often these treatments are the last resort for people who are severely immunocompromised, people who are at very high risk of severe form of Covid or simply chronically ill, in whom the vaccination does not work well or who could not have had a vaccination“, analyzes the specialist.

The researchers also studied the importance of a vaccine booster against Covid-19. “Very important“, according to Damien Mascret.”When we look at what happens five months after the second dose, we have complete Omicron resistance to the antibodies we have in the blood, which means that we can very easily reinfect ourselves.“, he specifies. The doctor concludes by highlighting good news.”A month after the recall, this time, Omicron’s resistance finally gives way, which means that we are still relatively protected against serious forms.“, indicates the latter.

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