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Coronavirus Variant From South Africa Detected in Wyoming
CASPER (AP) — County health officials in Wyoming have detected the coronavirus variant that originated in South Africa.
The Casper Star-Tribune reported Monday that the Teton County Health Department said a sample from a resident who tested positive for COVID-19 in January revealed the variant.
Health officials said the yet-unidentified person did not travel prior to becoming infected.
State health officials have not announced any other cases of the variant.
County Health Officer Dr. Travis Riddell has encouraged residents to get coronavirus tests if they have symptoms or come in contact with someone who tested positive.
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