The emergence of Omicron, the new strain of COVID-19 discovered in South Africa, could be more infectious but less severe than previous strains, a leading scientist says.

<p>The emergence of Omicron, the new strain of COVID-19 discovered in South Africa, could be more infectious but less severe than previous strains, a leading scientist says.</p>

If it's happening in Perth, you'll hear about it first on 6PR Breakfast with Millsy and Karl!

<p>If it's happening in Perth, you'll hear about it first on 6PR Breakfast with Millsy and Karl!</p>

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