Top scientist Michelle Groome of South Africa’s National Institute for Communicable Diseases said at the briefing the country was facing an" unprecedented rise" in infections over a short time due to Omicron. The infections were also moving from the younger age cohort into older people, she said.It was important for surge preparedness to include paediatric beds and staff as there has been increased admissions among children under four, she said. Omicron has been listed as a" variant of concern"
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