Covid-19 ward medical officer. Archival photoMOSCOW, January 14Omicron should not be considered a mild disease, the experience of other countries shows that the cumulative mortality rates from it are high, Natalia, deputy director for clinical and analytical work of the Central Research Institute of Epidemiology of Rospotrebnadzor, told RIA Novosti Wheat. «Omicron should not be considered a mild disease. In per capita terms, in the United States, Italy, Belgium and several Eastern European countries, the cumulative mortality rates are higher, since the incidence is very high,» Pshenichnaya said. She noted that the set measures to counter the spread of «omicron» remain the same as with other variants of coronavirus — this is a reduction in contacts between people, the correct wearing of a mask, disinfection of hands and surfaces, ventilation of premises and vaccination. «Unfortunately, the rate of vaccination during the New Year holidays has decreased significantly. Even with a slight deterioration in well-being, it is worth staying at home and consulting a doctor. and testing for COVID and influenza, and, if possible, for other SARS. Timely treatment prescribed by the doctor will help avoid the development of adverse effects,» Pshenichnaya emphasized. in Russia
