The U.K. reported a record number of new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, with more than 78,600 in the last 24 hours, jumping from 59,600 new cases the day before.
The number jumped from 59,600 new cases the day before and surpassed the previous high of 68,053 cases reported on Jan. 8, accordingHealth officials warned there could be “staggering” numbers in upcoming days, especially as the Omicron variant spreads quickly across the country.
Whitty encouraged people to use common sense when making holiday plans, get tested before visiting vulnerable people, and meet in areas with good ventilation. Speaking alongside Whitty, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was “absolutely vital” for people to get a booster shot to protect themselves against the Omicron variant before the holidays. So far, nearly 25 million people have received an extra shot among the country’s population of 67 million people.
“I said many times that I thought that this Christmas will be considerably better than last Christmas, and I stick to that,” he said.
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