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Two virus variants found in Rock County Rock County Public Health Department officials are reporting that the SARS-CoV-2 variants P.1 and B.1.351 have been detected in Rock County. Variant P.1 was first discovered in travelers from Brazil in January 2021 and Variant B.1.351 was discovered in South Africa in October 2020. Researchers have found these strains spread more rapidly and easily than the original SARS-CoV-2 virus, according to a public health news release. “The P.1 and B.1.351 variants also have a unique genetic mutation that may affect the body’s ability to recognize and fight off the virus,” the release said. “This means that antibodies from a previous COVID-19 infection may not provide protection against infection from these variants. “These variants could reduce the effectiveness of vaccines and monoclonal antibodies (BAM infusions). At this time, it is not believed that P.1 and B1.351 are associated with more severe ill-
ness.” Three of the more contagious variants have now been detected in Rock County. The B.1.1.7 variant was previously detected. “With these variants in our community, it is very important that everyone continue to follow the prevention guidance,” the release said. “Wear a mask in public places, keep your distance, wash your hands, minimize indoor activities with anyone outside of your household and get the vaccine when it is available to you.” For more information about COVID19 in Rock County, visit the Rock County Public Health Department website by going online to co.rock. wi.us/publichealth and follow them on social media, @ rockcountyphd. More information also is available on the Rock County Coronavirus Response and Recovery Hub at co.rock.wi.us/c19hub. For more information about the variants, go online to https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/variants. htm#counter.
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Students at Brodhead Middle School showed their appreciation for the office staff last week in honor of Administrative Professionals Day. Above left, from the left, Deb Huffman, Joleen Oren and Kathy Visger show the gifts they received. Above right, students posted notes of thanks for BMS administrative assistants.
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