The first case of the COVID-19 variant originating from South Africa has been confirmed in Michigan's Jackson County. While contact tracing is underway, traditional prevention methods, like wearing masks and distancing, are recommended to help prevent its spread. Meantime, vaccination eligibility has been expanded, and more doses are becoming available. WEMU's David Fair picked up the latest information from Washtenaw County Health Department spokesperson Susan Ringler-Cerniglia.
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South African variant of the Coronavirus discovered in Jackson County Youngster
Washtenaw County Health Department
Washtenaw County Health Department COVID-19 Site
Breakdown of Washtenaw County COVID-19 Cases
CDC COVID-19 Variant Information
Washtenaw County Health COVID-19 Testing Information
Washtenaw County COVID-19 Vaccination Info
CDC Post-Vaccination Guidelines
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