Two new Omicron cases detected in Santa Cruz County
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) Santa Cruz County Public Health said they were notified that two COVID-19 samples collected on Dec. 16 and 17 were identified as Omicron mutation. The individuals are North County residents in their mid-20s, according to the department.
“While we must remain vigilant against COVID-19 and Omicron, this new variant is not a cause for
panic,” said Dr. Cal Gordon, Santa Cruz County Deputy Health Officer. "It is important that we collectively focus on the things we know prevent the spread of COVID-19 and its variants."
Santa Cruz County Public Health recommends:
- Get tested immediately before visitation or travel, upon return, and again 3-5 days later.
- Keep group gatherings small in size and duration.
- Gather outside or keep rooms well ventilated if indoors.
- Remember to always wear a mask whenever indoors with persons from outside your household
and ask guests to do the same. - Be especially cautious around elderly, immunocompromised, and those who have not been
vaccinated. Consider COVID-19 testing before such interactions.
Residents may receive a text message from a 23393 number which i the California COVID-19 response team
