How to tell the difference between a cold and Omicron
5 January 2022
Omicron has several distinct symptoms but those suffering from a “runny nose and headache” are advised to take a lateral flow test, says Professor Irene Petersen (UCL Epidemiology & Health).
![Image of lateral flow test](https://www.ucl.ac.uk/epidemiology-health-care/sites/epidemiology_health_care/files/styles/large_image/public/omicron_pic.jpeg?itok=F_zkJ7Xj)