I would like to provide a #COVID19AB update on Omicron variant. Since Dec. 3 we have confirmed 8 new cases of the variant, bringing our total to 12. 11 cases in AB have been identified in returning travelers & 1 is a household contact.(1/9)
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These individuals are isolating, and all appropriate public health follow-up is underway. To date, only mild symptoms have been reported & these individuals are recovering at home. As w/the other cases, these individuals have done nothing wrong & should not be stigmatized.(2/9)
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Some household members of these cases have tested positive for COVID but have not yet been confirmed as Omicron. 1 household contact recently attended an elementary school in North Zone & 1 attended a high school. Out of an abundance of caution, we have notified the schools.(3/9)
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Replying to @CMOH_Alberta
An “abundance of caution” you notified the schools?!? Deena, that is basic, of course you should notify the schools!!!!

Dec 6, 2021 · 4:32 PM UTC

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Replying to @alberta45169406 @CMOH_Alberta
And they will get those rapid tests in a timely manner - just a few days wait.
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