Omicron COVID-19 variant is infectious for up to 10 days, Tam says 5 years ago Health By Mia Rabson The Canadian Press Posted January 18, 2022 7:39 pm 1:17Severe illness not expected to rise while COVID-19 cases skyrocket due to Omicron: Tam WATCH: Severe illness not expected to rise while COVID-19 cases skyrocket due to Omicron: Tam – Jan 7, 2022 © 2022 The Canadian Press JOURNALISTIC STANDARDS REPORT AN ERROR Advertisement Advertisement