The strain identified is the B.1.617.2 variant, is believed to have originated in India. Both positive cases with the variant strain were identified within a single household, according to a news release from Public Health.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), this variant spreads more easily and quickly than other variants.
Moffat County currently has 24 active cases of COVID-19 in the community, a significant increase from the seven active cases as of Monday afternoon.
“The vaccine is our vehicle out of this pandemic. Get your vaccine,” said Public Health Medical Director Dr. Allan Reischus in the news release.
Moffat County Public Health continues to focus on the vulnerable population when it comes to administering the Moderna COVID-19. On Tuesday afternoon, that continued as nurses Public Health administered 33 second doses to residents at Sunset Meadows, pushing the county closer to its goal of vaccinating 70% of the vulnerable population.
“It was so touching,” said Public Health Nurse Olivia Scheele. “Our team got a standing ovation when we walked in because the residents were so happy to be vaccinated.”
“We are glad we can help the residents to be safer and are honored to be a part of this effort,” added Public Health Nurse Becky Copeland.
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As vaccinations continue to ramp up in Moffat County, Public Health is transitioning to a new online portal to help with scheduling vaccinations moving forward, according to the local health agency.
Previously, Public Health was tasked with calling those on the wait list to set up a select time to administer the vaccine, Public Health Nurse Olivia Scheele said. Now, those wanting to receive the vaccination will have to monitor the new portal for scheduling.
As of Tuesday morning, Moffat County Public Health has transitioned to the online electronic medical record portal for scheduling and maintaining records for immunizations. Moving forward, this will be the only way for individuals to sign up for the COVID-19 vaccination.