Africa Business Radio

A senior White House official says faced with a surging Omicron variant, US authorities will distribute 500 million free Covid-19 tests, mobilize military medical personnel if needed and increase vaccination capacity. The Official says they have the tools to get through this wave noting there are no plans to impose new restrictions. The official added that If Americans are vaccinated and follow the precautions that we all know well, especially masking when travelling, they should feel comfortable celebrating Christmas and the holidays. The Joe Biden administration’s response is based on three principles: more hospital resources, more testing and more vaccines.