A new CDC report describes eight recent Minnesota COVID-19 cases infected with a form of the virus that causes COVID-19. This new form—or variant—was first detected in the U.K. in late 2020. None of the people in Minnesota infected with this variant had traveled to the U.K., but most were likely infected during recent travel. With this variant spreading in the U.S. and other new variants emerging, proven prevention steps are even more important. Wear a well-fitting mask, stay six feet apart from others, avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces, postpone travel, wash your hands often, and get a vaccine when it’s available to you. Learn more: bit.ly/MMWR21721.
