Angelique Coetzee: Don’t Fear OmicronAngelique Coetzee: Don’t Fear Omicron
Trish Wood is Critical
Global leaders are cranking the fear up to 11 with lurid warnings about the latest COVID-19 mutation. But Dr. Angelique Coetzee, the woman who alerted the world about Omicron maintains it is mild, even though it spread quickly through South...
1:01:11•16 Dec 2021
Dr. Angelique Coetzee on Omicron: A Mild Mutation, Not a Monster
“We have to accept what mild disease means now, in this new age, and it means that we're not going to see the big waves of death that we saw when covid began.”
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant fear-mongering about COVID-19's latest variant? In this episode, Trish Wood sits down with Dr. Angelique Coetzee, the doctor who first identified the Omicron variant, to shed some light on the subject. Dr. Coetzee shares her firsthand experiences treating patients in South Africa and presents clinical data that suggests Omicron, while highly contagious, is generally mild. She emphasizes the importance of staying informed through credible medical advice rather than succumbing to panic.
The conversation also touches on vaccinations, immunity, and how we can protect vulnerable populations without losing our minds to fear. If you're looking for a balanced perspective on Omicron, this episode offers a refreshing dose of hope and reason.
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