Single Omicron Covid-19 variant case confirmed in Telford and Wrekin
A single case involving the Omicron Covid-19 variant has been recently confirmed in Telford and Wrekin by UK Health Security Agency.
UK Health Security Agency has advised that, while the Omicron Covid-19 variant is considered to be more transmissible, there is no firm evidence yet to show this variant has any greater impact on severity of disease or evades the vaccine.
Liz Noakes, Telford and Wrekin’s Director for Public Health said:
“The UK Health Security Agency are leading an investigation into the single confirmed Covid-19 Omicron variant case in Telford and Wrekin, we are working closely with them to ensure that all appropriate actions are taken.
“The single case confirmed with Omicron Covid-19 variant in Telford and Wrekin is self-isolating. Robust contact tracing has taken place to trace the contacts related to it and ask them to test and self-isolate.
“The situation is being closely monitored.
“It is now ever so important that everyone in our borough takes sensible precautions to limit the spread of the virus:
Get your vaccine and booster as soon as you can.
•If you have any Covid symptoms, however mild - self-isolate immediately and take a PCR test
•If you are feeling well - test with rapid tests.
oBefore meeting others more vulnerable
oBefore going to a venue or an event that is likely to be crowded
-Wear a face covering in crowded and enclosed spaces:
-Remember hands-face-space and fresh air
•If you are indoors and meeting others, let fresh air in to reduce the risk of catching or spreading Covid-19.
“Even if you are feeling well, I would urge everyone to play their part to keep our community safe. Thank you.”
