Are we nearly there yet? How the Covid-19 crisis could be reaching its endgame

A growing number of medical experts are increasingly optimistic that the pandemic may be about to peak, with Omicron causing far fewer deaths and showing a reduced virulence. While there is still some caution, their predictions suggest we can get back to normal soon – but what will that look like?

With Omicron causing mass infection but relatively low hospitalisations compared to previous waves, various Irish experts are debating how the country’s response to Covid-19 should change. Picture: Getty