Omicron Strain

As per reports, Muscle aches could be a common symptom of Coronavirus. In addition, people experience mild respiratory symptoms along with severe muscle pain. The two most common areas where people feel pain in the case of the Omicron variant are the legs and shoulders. Notably, people infected with Omicron Variant, complain about numbness and weakness in the legs, and stiffness in the shoulders.

The Union Ministry of Health said that India reported 1,68,063 new COVID-19 cases, 69,959 recoveries, and 277 deaths in the last 24 hours, on January 11. The total number of cases has gone down by 11,660 compared to January 10. Reportedly, India's Omicron tally has climbed to 4,461. Maharashtra reported 1,247 Omicron cases. The daily positivity rate in the country stands at 10.64%, slightly declining from January 10, at 13.29%. 

Amid rising number of COVID-19 cases, the Puducherry Govt imposed additional curbs, on January 6. The Government asked malls, markets and other public places to operate with 50% occupancy. In addition, public transport are also asked to operate with 50% capacity, to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and Omicron cases in the region. The additional restrictions will be in effect until January 31, along with night curfew. 

At least 125 passengers of a chartered from Italy, tested COVID-19 positive, on January 6. Flight landed at Amritsar, at 1:30 pm from Milan. Of the total 179 passengers, 125 tested positive, as Italy is said to be high risk countries for COVID-19 and its new variant Omicron. Furthermore, all the positive patients will be sent for institutional quarantine in Amritsar. Notably, flight was operated by EuroAtlantic Airways. 

Amid the rising number of Omicron and COVID-19 cases, the West Bengal Government imposed restrictions, on January 2. According to notice, gyms, sports academics, salon, educational institutions, spa, tourist places and zoo would remain closed, until January 15. In addition, metro, buses and restaurants will run until 10 PM with 50% occupancy. Local trains and malls will be work with 50% capacity till 5 pm and 7 pm, respectively.