Omicron variant infection found in Minnesotan with COVID-19
State's surveillance efforts identify infection in person who recently traveled to New York
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December 3, 2021
Aaron Lavinsky, Star Tribune
The first confirmed omicron variant COVID-19 infection in Minnesota involved a vaccinated man from Hennepin County, state health officials said.
A coronavirus infection involving the omicron variant has been identified in a Minnesotan who recently traveled to New York.
Genomic sequencing of samples from infected people identified the COVID-19 case, which Minnesota leaders said was inevitable given how quickly the omicron variant spreads.
"This news is concerning, but it is not a surprise," Gov. Tim Walz said. "We know that this virus is highly infectious and moves quickly throughout the world."
https://www.startribune.com/omicron-variant-infection-found-in-minnesotan/600123059/
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