First Confirmed Omicron Cases Discovered In San Joaquin County

STOCKTON (CBS13) — Public wellness officials connected Tuesday announced the archetypal 2 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 omicron variant successful San Joaquin County.

San Joaquin County Public Health Services (SJCPHS) said some cases were individuals who were afloat vaccinated but without a booster shot. Officials did not accidental wherever successful the region the cases were found.

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“With its accelerated transmission rates, we anticipated the omicron variant appearing locally,” said Dr. Maggie Park, San Joaquin County Public Health Officer. “That’s wherefore we proceed to promote anyone who’s eligible to get vaccinated and get a booster—especially arsenic radical see gathering for New Year’s. As we commencement 2022, let’s bash our champion to support ourselves and those astir america done investigating and vaccination.”

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Health officials said much than 71% of eligible San Joaquin County residents were either afloat vaccinated oregon partially vaccinated.

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SJCPHS said vaccination and investigating accusation can beryllium recovered here portion determination and accusation connected scheduling appointments can beryllium recovered here.

CBS13 Staff