It’s far less lethal than previous versions, and its fast spread may finally push us to herd immunity. Should I try to catch the Omicron variant of Covid to advance the cause of herd immunity? I’ve had Covid and recovered, had the Regeneron monoclonal antibody infusion, and had the double-jab vaccine—my antibodies are off the charts. With triple protection, I probably won’t catch Omicron. Yet it is spreading like wildfire. Many people with ample antibodies are catching this variant. Importantly, it seldom leads to hospitalization or death.
