Why is omicron strain of COVID-19 dangerous for children?

January 10, 2022  09:50

The Omicron strain of COVID-19 may be more dangerous for children due to the nature of the respiratory tract, doctor of the Medical Institute in New Delhi, Animesh Arya, noted.

“The airways of children are smaller than those of adults, and this new variant mainly affects the upper airways of infected patients,” the specialist explained.

According to the IANS, symptoms of infection include sore throat, mild fever and fatigue.

Two cases of coronavirus infection caused by the omicron strain have been identified in Armenia. Both cases are "imported".

The condition of both patients is satisfactory, they are not hospitalized, both are undergoing home treatment.

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