Graph prepared by Will Athas. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

In this week’s Los Alamos County COVID-19 Newsletter, issued Nov. 14, William F. Athas, PhD and retired epidemiologist, writes in the “Epidemiology Corner” that the Omicron variants BQ.1 / BQ.1.1 dominate and other respiratory illnesses are rapidly rising.

Further, the CDC has elevated the community level in Los Alamos to HIGH Risk and there is a rising trend in reported cases accompanied by increasing emergency department visits. 

Los Alamos County officials remind individuals that the CDC recommends wearing a high-quality mask indoors or on public transportation, staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters, and testing if they have symptoms. Be advised that additional precautions may be required for several high-risk people.

Read the full newsletter for the latest COVID-19 news affecting Los Alamos.