New COVID-19 India variant found in Jefferson County
Health officials confirm two Iowa cases of SARS-CoV-2 B.1.617 in Jefferson County adults ages 61 to 80 and over 80. It is not a variant of concern. no evidence of higher transmission or severity. Local officials notified exposed individuals and urged vaccination and mitigation.
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Notice to Readers from The Gazette on COVID safety
The World Health Organization says it is safe to handle newspapers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Gazette reports its printing facility and delivery contractors are increasing precautions with gloves and frequent cleaning of equipment and user stations. A digital version is available at thegazette.com via Green Gazette.
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Iowa reports 373 new Covid cases and one death
The Gazette provides Iowa's latest COVID-19 counts with 373 new cases and one confirmed death, lifting totals to 365,993 cases and 5,960 deaths. Vaccination figures show 1,069,010 people fully vaccinated, and 2,401,968 total doses administered. County data and hospitalizations are included.
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