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The case involves a man in his 60s from Hartford County who developed mild symptoms on November 27. An at-home COVID-19 test was positive on November 29 and a subsequent molecular test was positive on December 1. A family member traveled to New York City between November 17 and November 22 to attend the Anime NYC 2021 convention at the Javits Center. That family member developed mild symptoms on November 21, and on November 23 took an at-home COVID-19 test that delivered a positive result. The family member’s symptoms have resolved. COVID-19 testing on additional family members is pending. The affected individual and their family member are fully vaccinated. https://portal.ct.gov/Office-of-the-Governor/News/Press-Releases/2021/12-2021/Governor-Lamont-Announces-First-Confirmed-COVID-19-Omicron-Variant-Case-in-Connecticut

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MOVING 7-DAY PERCENTAGE 5 % Positivity in Tests CASES 848,137 TOTAL 387,651 2020 460,486 2021 DEATHS 16,185 TOTAL 7,186 2020 8,999 2021 LAST 7 DAYS - TOTAL TESTS 40,315 NAAT TESTS 2,028 POSITIVE NAAT TESTS https://alpublichealth.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/6d2771faa9da4a2786a509d82c8cf0f7

New Cases 539 52,195 Total Currently Hospitalized 76 Hospitalized In ICU 21 Hospitalized Under Investigation 1 Percent Positive 7-day Avg. 4.8% People Tested 549,678 Total Tests 2,615,339 Recovered 42,048 80.6% of Cases Deaths 416 0.8% of Cases Last Updated: 12/4/2021, 10:56:10 AM https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19/current-activity/case-dashboard

Cumulative COVID-19 Cases by County Download a csv file with the most recent cumulative case data by county. Download a csv file with historical case data by county and date. Maine COVID-19 Reopening Gating Metrics Cumulative COVID-19 Cases by ZIP Code Download a csv file with the most recent cumulative case data by zip code. Tables of COVID-19 Testing and Contact Tracing Data, Hospital Use, and Case Demographics View a Table of Contact Tracing (Sara Alert) Data Contact Tracing (Sara Alert) Data Number of Individuals Currently in Monitoring Total Number of Individuals Submitted for Enrollment 5,361 174,054 Maine CDC updates contact tracing data weekly. Updated December 1, 2021 at 9:17 AM. https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/airborne/coronavirus/data.shtml

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Omicron Variant Detected in Georgia Resident DECEMBER 03, 2021 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 3, 2021 Omicron Variant Detected in Georgia Resident New Variant Reinforces the Need for Vaccination and Testing Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has been notified of a Georgia resident currently in New Jersey who has tested positive for COVID-19 and the Omicron variant. The individual recently traveled from South Africa and was in Georgia for two days before traveling on to New Jersey where the testing and sequencing were done. The individual is fully vaccinated, and is isolating in New Jersey. Contact tracing is underway there and in Georgia to identify close contacts at risk of infection. So far, no additional Omicron cases in Georgia have been identified. “Vaccination and boosters are key to preventing further transmission of COVID-19 and help prevent new variants like Omicron from emerging,” said Kathleen E. Toomey, M.D., M.P.H., commissioner of the Georgia Department of Public Health. “Only 51% of Georgians are fully vaccinated and of those individuals less than 20% have received booster doses.” Studies show after getting vaccinated against COVID-19, protection against the virus and the ability to prevent infection with variants may decrease over time. Early data from South Africa suggest increased transmissibility of the Omicron variant, and scientists in the United States and around the world are urgently examining vaccine effectiveness related to this variant. All Georgians over the age of 5 are now eligible for COVID vaccination. Booster doses of vaccine are recommended for adults 18 and older who completed their first series of vaccine at least six months ago. The CDC also recommends general prevention measures such as wearing a mask in public settings, staying 6 feet from others, avoiding crowds and poorly ventilated spaces, and frequently washing your hands to protect against COVID-19. Individuals who have symptoms of COVID-19 or who may have been exposed to someone with COVID should get tested. To find a COVID vaccine or COVID testing location near you log on to dph.ga.gov. DPH will continue to monitor Omicron developments and provide updates as new information becomes available. For updates on COVID-19, follow @GaDPH and @GovKemp on Twitter and @GaDPH and @GovKemp on Facebook

The individual recently traveled from South Africa and was in Georgia for two days before traveling on to New Jersey where the testing and sequencing were done. https://dph.georgia.gov/press-releases/2021-12-03/omicron-variant-detected-georgia-resident

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Members of the group traveled to New York from a variety of states for the weekend convention that began Nov. 19 and tested positive after their return, said Kris Ehresmann, director of the Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention, and Control Division at the Minnesota Department of Health. It is not known whether they are infected with omicron or another variant.

Today at 8:07 p.m. EST The Minnesota man who contracted the omicron variant of the coronavirus met up with about 35 friends at a New York City anime convention and about half have tested positive for the coronavirus, a state health official said Friday. https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2021/12/03/nyc-anime-covid-omicron/

Confirmed Omicron cases in California linked to Milwaukee County wedding linked to Milwaukee County wedding Photo by: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 By: TMJ4 Web Staff Posted at 8:52 PM, Dec 03, 2021 and last updated 10:50 PM, Dec 03, 2021 MILWAUKEE — Five mildly symptomatic COVID-19 cases involving the Omicron variant found in Alameda County, California have been linked to a wedding in Milwaukee County. A health department in California initially made the announcement Friday evening, writing that the outbreak was connected to a wedding in Wisconsin. Shortly afterwards the Wisconsin Department of Health Services confirmed that the wedding happened in Milwaukee County, on Nov. 27. DHS said the City of Milwaukee Health Department is investigating with the DHS. linked to Milwaukee County wedding Photo by: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 By: TMJ4 Web Staff Posted at 8:52 PM, Dec 03, 2021 and last updated 10:50 PM, Dec 03, 2021 MILWAUKEE — Five mildly symptomatic COVID-19 cases involving the Omicron variant found in Alameda County, California have been linked to a wedding in Milwaukee County. A health department in California initially made the announcement Friday evening, writing that the outbreak was connected to a wedding in Wisconsin. Shortly afterwards the Wisconsin Department of Health Services confirmed that the wedding happened in Milwaukee County, on Nov. 27. DHS said the City of Milwaukee Health Department is investigating with the DHS. The DHS says at this time no Omicron cases among Wisconsin residents have been identified, but the investigation continues. A state lab in California used genomic sequencing to identify 12 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Alameda County to that wedding. Of those cases, five cases involve the Omicron variant. One of infected people attended the wedding upon return from international travel. All 12 people were vaccinated, most had received booster shots and no one has been hospitalized. All experienced mild symptoms, the health departments said. All are between the ages of 18-49 years old. DHS and the City of Milwaukee Health Department are now reaching out to all Wisconsin residents who were close contacts, and isolation and quarantine protocols are being followed.

A state lab in California used genomic sequencing to identify 12 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Alameda County to that wedding. Of those cases, five cases involve the Omicron variant. https://www.tmj4.com/news/coronavirus/confirmed-omicron-cases-in-california-linked-to-wisconsin-wedding

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 3, 2021 CONTACT: Jennifer Miller, 608-266-1683 Elizabeth Goodsitt, 608-266-1683 DHS Provides Update on Omicron Variant No cases among Wisconsin residents have been identified at this time but investigation is ongoing The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and the City of Milwaukee Health Department are investigating a COVID-19 outbreak from a wedding in Milwaukee County on November 27. There are currently 12 confirmed cases among California residents who attended the event. One of the individuals attended the wedding upon return from international travel. A California State lab used genomic sequencing to identify that 5 of the 12 people diagnosed with COVID-19, were infected with the Omicron variant (B.1.1.529). Genomic sequencing data is not yet available for the other cases. The 12 individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 are between the ages of 18-49. All individuals were vaccinated, and most had received boosters. They are mildly symptomatic and no one has been hospitalized. DHS and the City of Milwaukee Health Department are actively reaching out to all Wisconsinites who were close contacts, and isolation and quarantine protocols are being followed. “Although the news that this variant is continuing to spread throughout the country is concerning, it should not be a cause for panic. We know COVID-19 vaccines are effective at preventing serious illness and death,” said DHS Secretary-designee Karen Timberlake. "That’s why it’s critical that all eligible Wisconsinites get vaccinated or get their booster as soon as possible and follow public health best practices to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe.” DHS will continue to provide updates as additional information is available. The Omicron variant is now being detected around the country and the world. To protect yourself most effectively against COVID-19, including the Omicron variant, it is essential to get vaccinated, get your booster when eligible, and continue public health practices. Vaccination combined with public health practices, such as wearing a mask, getting tested if you know you have been exposed to COVID-19 or are feeling symptomatic, and staying home when sick, can help prevent further spread. Everyone ages 5 and up can receive a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine. Additionally, the CDC now recommends that everyone 18 and older receive a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine at least six months after having received their second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two months after their single dose of Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Vaccines are free and you do not need an ID or health insurance to get one. To find a vaccine location in your community visit Vaccines.gov(link is external), or call 211 or 877-947-2211. For up-to-date information about Wisconsin’s COVID-19 response, visit the DHS COVID-19 webpage. We encourage you to follow @DHSWI on Facebook(link is external), Twitter(link is external), or dhs.wi on Instagram(link is external) for more information on COVID-19.

There are currently 12 confirmed cases among California residents who attended the event https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/120321.htm

First probable Omicron variant case reported in Louisiana December 03, 2021 Baton Rouge, La. — The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is reporting its first probable case of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 in Louisiana. The case involves an individual in Region 1, the Greater New Orleans area, who recently traveled within the United States. “We now know Omicron is here in Louisiana. This is cause for concern, but not panic,” said State Health Officer Dr. Joseph Kanter. “We have been expecting and preparing for this moment. To all Louisianans, the single best action you can take to protect yourselves and your families is to get yourself and loved ones vaccinated and boosted if eligible.” “The Governor and I promised earlier today we would share with the public as soon as we had information that Omicron was in our state,” said Dr. Kanter. “We know families have questions and concerns. We will continue to monitor the situation and keep the public updated.” CDC and LDH recommend everyone 5 years of age and older get vaccinated and that everyone 18 years of age and older get a booster. On Nov. 26, 2021, the World Health Organization (WHO) classified a new variant, B.1.1.529, as a Variant of Concern and has named it Omicron. This new variant was first reported to the WHO by government officials in South Africa, and the number of cases of this variant appears to be increasing throughout the Republic of South Africa. So far, the virus has been detected in more than 30 countries and at least 9 states. New information is still emerging, but Omicron includes multiple mutations across the SARS-CoV-2 genome. There is concern this new variant may be more transmissible than previous strains and that Omicron may carry an increased risk of reinfection compared to other variants of concern. We expect to learn more about Omicron in the coming days. LDH has established a network of laboratories to conduct genomic sequencing on positive SARS-CoV-2 specimens in order to track circulating SARS-CoV-2 lineages, including newly emerging variants such as Omicron. Epidemiologists, laboratorians and researchers will continue to closely monitor these data in order to continue to identify Omicron cases in Louisiana. About the Louisiana Department of Health The Louisiana Department of Health strives to protect and promote health statewide and to ensure access to medical, preventive and rehabilitative services for all state residents. The Louisiana Department of Health includes the Office of Public Health, Office of Aging & Adult Services, Office of Behavioral Health, Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, and Healthy Louisiana (Medicaid). To learn more, visit www.ldh.la.gov or follow us on Twitter, Facebook or our blog. Media Contact: Aly Neel, Communications Director (985)231-8066 or [email protected]

case involves an individual in Region 1, the Greater New Orleans area, who recently traveled within the United States https://ldh.la.gov/news/6430

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