Omicron variant detected in Houston’s wastewater, Houston Health Department reports

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The Omicron (B.1.1.529) variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 is present in Houston’s wastewater, the Houston Health Department announced Monday night. The detection is the first indication the new variant is in Houston, although a case has not yet been confirmed in the city.

Link: https://www.houstontx.gov/health/NewsReleases/omicron-variant-detected-in-houstons-wastewater-houston-health-department-reports.html