CDC confirms first case of Omicron variant in U.S.
An individual in California who had recently traveled to South Africa tested positive for the strain, the health agency said.
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CDC confirms first U.S. Omicron case
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First U.S. Omicron case reported in California
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First case of Omicron variant reported in U.S.
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U.S. officials expect vaccines to retain some effectiveness against Omicron
"There's every reason to believe, as we talk about boosters, when you get a level high enough, that you are going to get at least some degree of cross protection."
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Biden faces pressure on Omicron variant
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