
Protein shake-up: getting to know Omicron
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Omicron Spread and Southeast Asia's Drug Crisis
This chapter examines the rapid transmission of the Omicron variant in the U.S., emphasizing the low hospitalization rates compared to past variants and the importance of vaccinations. It also addresses the drug crisis in Southeast Asia, particularly methamphetamine trafficking, and questions the effectiveness of traditional punitive measures in combating addiction and drug trade.
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