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Omicron Around The World: From "Zero COVID" To Rising Cases

Jan 28, 2022
Jason Beaubien, NPR's global health correspondent, shares insights into the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses the contrasting strategies nations are employing against the Omicron surge, highlighting China's stringent measures versus more relaxed approaches in other regions. The conversation dives deep into global vaccination disparities, especially in conflict zones like Yemen, stressing the urgent need for equitable access. Beaubien also sheds light on the World Health Organization's efforts and the complexities of vaccine distribution in an ever-evolving crisis.
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