The primary Peel case of the brand new Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus has been confirmed in a Brampton resident.
In an Instagram interview late this afternoon with insauga.com writer Khaled Iwamura, Mayor Bonnie Crombie confirmed that it was a Brampton resident who examined optimistic over the weekend for the variant, which was first recognized almost two weeks in the past in South Africa.
The individual is reported to have had shut contact with a travel-related case recognized in Halton.
Crombie added it doesn’t actually matter if the primary confirmed Peel case is in Brampton, Mississauga or Caledon as a result of “…as we all know, this virus strikes.”
Transferring ahead, she urged individuals to proceed working towards social distancing, masks sporting and, most of all, to get vaccinated.
Crombie stated well being consultants are nonetheless learning the Omicron variant in efforts to study extra about it.
Peel well being officers stated on Saturday that the Brampton resident is isolating at residence.
“Peel Public Well being has investigated this case and threat of additional unfold is low,” stated Peel Area in a press release on Saturday.
Following provincial steerage, the Area says all Omicron instances and high-risk shut contacts are required to get examined and self-isolate, no matter their vaccination standing.
“With variants like Omicron rising world wide, residents should proceed to masks, socially distance and get examined and isolate when sick,” stated Peel’s Medical Officer of Well being Dr. Lawrence Loh.
“Extra importantly, I encourage you to get two doses of the vaccine as quickly as doable. These eligible for a 3rd or booster dose are inspired to get their extra dose as properly.”
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