America Records Highest Number of Omicron Cases Globally with 2.24 Million Infections

The Omicron (B.1.1.529) variant of the Covid-19 virus continues to spread globally, reaching 6.09 million cases by Wednesday, March 1, 2023. The United States ranks first, with weekly Omicron cases growing by 0.68 percent. GISAID recorded 2.24 million Omicron cases in the country. Daily cases increased by 0.28 percent compared to the previous day.

The United Kingdom follows in second place. Compared to the previous week, the number of Omicron cases in the UK grew by 0.36 percent. Daily figures show a 0.06 percent increase in Omicron cases compared to the previous day, totaling 1.41 million.

Next is Japan with 387,610 Omicron cases (up 1.67%), Denmark with 351,730 Omicron cases (up 0.16%), and France with 338,120 Omicron cases (up 0.2% compared to the previous week).

As of today, Indonesia has recorded 34,469 Omicron cases, a 0.01 percent increase compared to the previous day. Since its initial detection, Omicron cases in Indonesia have steadily risen.

The Ministry of Health (Kemenkes) urges everyone to remain vigilant in the face of the global surge in Omicron cases. The public is advised to consistently adhere to the 3M health protocols: wearing masks, maintaining distance, and washing hands.