The Omicron variant virus has spread globally, and the number of related imported cases recorded in Hong Kong continues to increase. The Hong Kong government also predicts that the Lunar New Year will be the fifth wave of outbreak peaks. Yuan Guoyong, Chair Professor of the Department of Microbiology, Hong Kong University, reiterated on the radio program this morning (28th) that the authorities should introduce a “local vaccine passport”, requiring citizens to show their vaccination records when going to work, school, and in public places. This will surely increase the vaccination rate. After 9 adults in the society are vaccinated, they can prepare to clear customs with low-risk areas.
Yuan pointed out that if the authorities launch measures as soon as possible, citizens can complete two doses of vaccination before March next year. By then, foreign countries have formed herd immunity due to the spread of Omicron virus, and the virus has a shorter survival time in summer, even if Omincron virus enters the local community. The Hospital Authority is able to cope with it and urge the government to seize the opportunity to clear customs during the summer vacation. It is hoped that by Christmas next year, society can return to normal.
He also mentioned that it is a wrong idea for the public to think that oral drugs for the treatment of new crowns do not require injections. New drugs can theoretically change genes, affect the fetus and increase the risk of cancer, but the price is more expensive than vaccines. He reiterated that the elderly and chronically ill patients are necessary inject. He said that the current problems of each vaccine are minor and rare. He pointed out that scholars, including him, have been frequently attacked online in the past two years. Some people have also linked his discussion of different vaccines to whether he loves the country or not. Yuan emphasized that he is just telling the truth. .