The Northwestern Health Unit confirms the Delta variant of COVID-19 is here.
Health officials say the variant is noted throughout the region.
Anyone, including those who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 should get tested if they have symptoms to prevent further transmission.
The region’s top doctor also says the Provincial COVID-19 Self-assessment Tool has recently been updated.
“If you are feeling unwell, even if you are fully vaccinated, please complete the self-assessment to see if you should be tested for COVID-19,” says Dr. Kit Young Hoon, Medical Officer of Health at NWHU. “The Delta variant is highly contagious and will spread quickly if we do not act. I urge everyone to be vigilant in practicing all COVID-19 prevention measures as we see cases increase in our area.”
The health unit goes on to say that vaccination remains the top way to prevent dire outcomes from a COVID-19 infection.
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