The Omicron SARS-CoV-2 variant is more transmissible than earlier variants, which means that wearing the right mask is even more important.

Many hospitals and health departments are experiencing the greatest strain on their systems and workforce since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared nearly two years ago.

IDSA is pleased to announce that Cynthia L. Sears, MD, FIDSA, has been selected as the next editor-in-chief of The Journal of Infectious Diseases. Dr. Sears will succeed Martin S. Hirsch, MD, FIDSA, at the end of 2022, following his distinguished two decades of service to JID.

As scientists and clinicians learn more about the Omicron variant, IDSA highlights four things we know right now that can help reduce transmission and the risk of disease.