Stock Groups

U.S. records first death believed related to Omicron variant -ABC News -Breaking

by Mike Robinson

[ad_1]

© Reuters. As the Omicron coronavirus variant spreads in Brooklyn (New York City), U.S.A, December 18, 2021, people gathered outside of the Barclays Center to coronavirus diseases (COVID-19). REUTERS/Andrew Kelly

(Reuters] -Health officials reported that Texas recorded the first Omicron COVID-19 fatality, ABC News reported Monday.

It is believed to be the first known recorded Omicron death in the United States, ABC said in its report https://abcn.ws/3E9eEw0, citing Harris County health officials.

According to the report, the victim was in his 50s and was not vaccinated. He also had other health issues.

Based on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Monday report, the Omicron coronavirus variant accounts for 73% U.S. coronavirus infection cases. This was based upon sequencing data for Dec. 18.

Disclaimer: Fusion MediaWe remind you that this site does not contain accurate or real-time data. CFDs are stocks, indexes or futures. The prices of Forex and CFDs are not supplied by exchanges. They are instead provided by market makers. As such, the prices might not reflect market values and could be incorrect. Fusion Media is not responsible for trading losses that may be incurred as a consequence of the use of this data.

Fusion MediaFusion Media or any other person involved in the website will not be held responsible for any loss or damage resulting from relying on data including charts, buy/sell signals, and quotes. You should be aware of the potential risks and financial costs involved in trading the financial market. It is one the most dangerous investment types.

[ad_2]