Epidemic Features of COVID-19 and Potential Impact of Hospital Strain During the Omicron Wave — Australia, 2022

Jingli Yang, Hannah McClymont, Liping Wang, Sotiris Vardoulakis, Wenbiao Hu*

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    Abstract

    What is already known about this topic? 

    Hospitals have experienced a surge in admissions due to the increasing number of Omicron cases. Understanding the epidemiological features of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the strain it places on hospitals will provide scientific evidence to help policymakers better prepare for and respond to future outbreaks. 


    What is added by this report? 

    The case fatality rate of COVID-19 was 1.4 per 1,000 persons during the Omicron wave. Over 90% of COVID-19-related deaths occurred in individuals aged 60 years or older, with pre-existing chronic conditions such as cardiac conditions and dementia, particularly among males aged 80 years or older. 


    What are the implications for public health practice?

    Public health policy is essential for preparing and preserving medical resource capacity, as well as recruiting additional clinicians and front-line staff in hospitals to address the increased demand. High-risk individuals should be prioritized for healthcare, vaccines, and targeted interventions.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)165-169
    Number of pages5
    JournalChina CDC Weekly
    Volume5
    Issue number7
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 17 Feb 2023

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