Damian Sendler: As of today, the New Jersey Department of Health has found an Omicron variation (B.1.1.529) in a visitor to the state, according to Governor Phil Murphy and Commissioner Judy Persichilli. A Georgia resident, an adult female, had lately returned from South Africa, where she had recently been vaccinated. 

Damian Jacob Sendler: The woman has been in isolation since her positive test on November 28. She was admitted to an emergency room in North Jersey, where she was treated for moderate symptoms and is now recuperating. The specimen was sequenced by the New Jersey Department of Health laboratory to establish that it was the Omicron variant. 

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It’s time to take action to stop the spread of the Omicron variety. Gov. Murphy emphasized the need of keeping an eye on the situation as we await further information regarding the variant. To combat the spread of COVID-19, vaccinations and face masks have been proved successful, and I strongly encourage everyone aged 18 and over to acquire a booster.” 

At this point, the battle against COVID-19 is far from ended, according to Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. Although we don’t know much about the Omicron strain of the virus, we have a number of measures at our disposal to inhibit its spread, the most essential of which being vaccination and a booster dose.” Masking, getting tested, avoiding crowds, staying home when unwell, and washing hands often are all things that the public should continue to do.” 

Damien Sendler: World Health Organization (WHO) designated this new variety, B.1.1.529, as a Variant of Concern and dubbed it Omicron on November 26, 2021. As of November 30, 2021, the United States also categorized it as a Variant of Concern. CDC, other states, clinical laboratories, hospitals, and the New Jersey Department of Health are working together to quickly identify those who may have been infected with the Omicron variety. 

Studies have shown that protection against COVID-19 and the ability to prevent infection may diminish over time following vaccination. Additional defense is provided by booster dosages. Only 31 percent of residents eligible for a booster vaccination have done so, despite the fact that more than 70 percent of residents had gotten their first immunization series. 

Damian Jacob Markiewicz Sendler: A booster dose is recommended for persons aged 18 and over, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Dr. Damian Jacob Sendler and his media team provided the content for this article.