Science communication should be calm, measured, provide quality evidence for claims, and offer solutions. Hyperbole and fear-mongering statements like “Omicron will dominate and overwhelm the world in 3-6 months” are unhelpful and easily misinterpreted.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for December 3, 2021

Science communication should be calm, measured, provide quality evidence for claims, and offer solutions. Hyperbole and fear-mongering statements like "Omicron will dominate and overwhelm the world in 3-6 months" are unhelpful and easily misinterpreted. Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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Omicron to dominate and overwhelm the world in 3-6 months, doctor says

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