The World Health Organization's top official in Europe Dr. Hans Kluge urged governments to prepare for a significant surge in coronavirus cases across the continent due to the omicron variant. #Europe #COVID19 #Omicron #France24 #Euronews

"Europe is once again seeing a surge of COVID-19 cases — here is our summary of the measures being taken across the continent. 

In some parts, the increase has been compounded by the emergence of the new Omicron variant, first detected in South Africa. 

Some countries have taken steps targeting the unvaccinated, while programs are also being rolled out in several nations to vaccinate young children." 

Read more.