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USA/MN-MDH-UNK174/2021 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota MN-CDC-STM-0000013-A10/2021 1/11 Minnesota map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=45.42533478430781%2C-94.35314511771226&z=7

The sequence below has not been released. it will be assigned a UNK number, which will be updated upon release. USA/MN-MDH-UNK174/2021 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota MN-CDC-STM-0000013-A10/2021 1/11 Minnesota MDH also reported that the CDC identified one additional patient with the variant – also a metro area resident – with recent travel history to the Dominican Republic. This case had a symptom onset date of Jan. 10, 2021.

USA/MN-MDH-UNK173/2021 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota USA/MN-MDH-2416/2021 1/7 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=45.42533478430781%2C-94.35314511771226&z=7

USA/MN-MDH-UNK172/2021 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota USA/MN-MDH-2415/2021 1/7 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=45.42533478430781%2C-94.35314511771226&z=7

Sequences from the two cases described below have not been release. they will be assigned UNK numbers which will be updated upon release. USA/MN-MDH-UNK173/2021 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota USA/MN-MDH-UNK172/2021 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota USA/MN-MDH-2415/2021 1/7 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota USA/MN-MDH-2416/2021 1/7 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota The MDH Public Health Laboratory also found two more cases of the B.1.1.7 variant – commonly known as the UK variant – through last week’s COVID-19 variant surveillance testing. Of the two new cases with the UK variant detected by MDH, both are Twin Cities metro area residents and both reported recent travel to California. One had no symptoms but sought testing following their travel, as recommended by MDH and CDC guidelines. One had a symptom onset date of Jan. 3, 2021. https://www.health.state.mn.us/news/pressrel/2021/covid012521.html

January 25, 2021 MDH lab testing confirms nation’s first known COVID-19 case associated with Brazil P.1 variant Patient recently returned to Minnesota after having traveled to Brazil The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) today announced that its Public Health Laboratory has found the variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus known as the Brazil P.1 variant in a specimen from a Minnesota resident with recent travel history to Brazil. While this variant is thought to be more transmissible than the initial strain of the virus that causes COVID-19 disease, it is not yet known whether the variant causes more severe illness. This case marks the first documented instance of the Brazil P.1 variant in the United States. The variant was found through the MDH’s variant surveillance program. Each week this program collects 50 random samples from the University of Minnesota clinical laboratories, Infinity Biologix Laboratory in Oakdale, and other testing partners and then conducts special testing using a process called whole genome sequencing. Through this program, the state develops a more accurate picture of what specific forms of COVID-19 are circulating in Minnesota. According to Minnesota Commissioner of Health Jan Malcolm, this new finding underscores the importance of COVID-19 testing as well as continued efforts by all Minnesotans to limit the spread of the disease. “We’re thankful that our testing program helped us find this case, and we thank all Minnesotans who seek out testing when they feel sick or otherwise have reason to get a test,” Minnesota Commissioner of Health Jan Malcolm said. “We know that even as we work hard to defeat COVID-19, the virus continues to evolve as all viruses do. That’s yet another reason why we want to limit COVID-19 transmission – the fewer people who get COVID-19, the fewer opportunities the virus has to evolve. The good news is that we can slow the spread of this variant and all COVID-19 variants by using the tried-and-true prevention methods of wearing masks, keeping social distance, staying home when sick, and getting tested when appropriate.” The patient with the Brazil P.1 variant is a resident of the Twin Cities metro area. The person became ill during the first week of January and the specimen was collected Jan. 9. The patient spoke with MDH case investigators after the initial test came back positive for COVID-19, and reported traveling to Brazil prior to becoming ill. The person was advised during that interview to isolate from others and have any household contacts observe quarantine, as per standard protocol. With the new lab information showing the case to be the Brazil P.1 variant, MDH epidemiologists are re-interviewing the person to obtain more details about the illness, travel and contacts. “One of the reasons we are able to detect those variants of concern in Minnesota so quickly is that we have one of the best public health laboratory surveillance systems in the U.S.,” said Commissioner Malcolm. The MDH Public Health Laboratory also found two more cases of the B.1.1.7 variant – commonly known as the UK variant – through last week’s COVID-19 variant surveillance testing. Of the two new cases with the UK variant detected by MDH, both are Twin Cities metro area residents and both reported recent travel to California. One had no symptoms but sought testing following their travel, as recommended by MDH and CDC guidelines. One had a symptom onset date of Jan. 3, 2021. MDH also reported that the CDC identified one additional patient with the variant – also a metro area resident – with recent travel history to the Dominican Republic. This case had a symptom onset date of Jan. 10, 2021. With these latest cases, a total of eight UK variant cases now have been identified in Minnesota, although more are suspected to exist. “These cases illustrate why it is so important to limit travel during a pandemic as much as possible,” said State Epidemiologist Dr. Ruth Lynfield. “If you must travel, it is important to watch for symptoms of COVID-19, follow public health guidance on getting tested prior to travel, use careful protective measures during travel, and quarantine and get tested after travel.” For passengers traveling to the United States from abroad, a negative test from within three days of travel or certificate of prior infection will be required to board, beginning Jan. 26. Travelers are recommended to test for COVID-19 three to five days after arrival and quarantine for at least seven days. It is recommended that people consider getting tested one to three days prior to domestic travel, that they restrict their activities for at least seven days upon return, and that they get tested for COVID-19 three to five days after arrival. “Widespread testing is the best tool we have for tracking what COVID-19 is doing in Minnesota,” MDH Assistant Commissioner Dan Huff said. “Broad testing is also the best way to find asymptomatic cases, which we know can still spread the virus to others. Testing is a key tool in our toolbox to mitigate the impact of this pandemic: Test, isolate, quarantine, practice social distancing, wear a mask, avoid gatherings outside your household whenever possible, and stay home if you are ill.” More information about variant strains of SARS CoV2 virus can be found on the MDH website. About COVID-19: COVID-19 variants Information on precautions and testing associated with traveling can be found at: CDC: Travel -MDH-

USA/MN-MDH-UNK171/2021 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota USA/MN-MDH-2399/2021 1/9 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=45.49814359213204%2C-94.35314511771226&z=7

The sequence described below has not been released. It will be assigned a UNK number and updated upon release. USA/MN-MDH-UNK171/2021 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota USA/MN-MDH-2399/2021 1/9 Minneapolis St Paul Minnesota https://www.health.state.mn.us/news/pressrel/2021/covid012521.htmlThe patient with the Brazil P.1 variant is a resident of the Twin Cities metro area. The person became ill during the first week of January and the specimen was collected Jan. 9.

USA/VA-CDC-STM-UNK170/2021 Virginia map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=38.60584782321084%2C-77.57315413446315&z=9

The sequence for the case below has not been released. It will be given a UNK number, which will be updated upon release. USA/VA-CDC-STM-UNK170/2021 Virginia A variant of the COVID-19 virus first found in the United Kingdom last year has been found in Virginia, in the state’s first case, officials say. A Northern Virginia resident with no reported recent travel history tested positive for the variant, the Virginia Department of Health announced in a statement Monday afternoon. https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/northern-virginia/uk-covid-19-variant-found-in-northern-virginia-patient-without-travel-history/2551316/

USA/NV-CDC-STM-UNK169/2021 Las Vegas Nevada map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=36.10740265538351%2C-115.92721924619178&z=8

The sequence for the case below has not been released. it will be given an UNK number and updated on release. USA/NV-CDC-STM-UNK169/2021 Las Vegas Nevada The first known case of the new B.1.1.7 coronavirus strain has been detected in Nevada. The Nevada State Public Health Laboratory at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine announced detection of the COVID-19 variant Monday, January 25, 2021. The new strain was detected in a sample that was initially tested in the Southern Nevada Public Health Laboratory, officials said. It was found in a specimen from a symptomatic woman in her 30s from Las Vegas. https://www.kolotv.com/2021/01/25/covid-19-variant-detected-in-nevada/

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Washtenaw County Health Department are announcing detection at the U-M laboratory of the two additional variant cases. The cases were among individuals who were close contacts of an adult woman living in Washtenaw County who tested positive for the variant after traveling to the United Kingdom, where B.1.1.7 originated. MDHHS announced the first case of the variant on Saturday. A total of seven additional cases are linked to that case. It is not yet known whether five other close contacts who have tested positive for COVID-19 are infected with the variant. All eight were directed to isolate. https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/MIMSP/2021/01/21/file_attachments/1665134/JIC News Release 420 - COVID Variant Additional Cases U-M Press Release.pdf

New COVID-19 cases in our community January 24, 2021 To All Members of the Campus Community: A more contagious variant of COVID-19 called B.1.1.7 was recently identified in a cluster of U-M students. This weekend, we learned of additional cases that are positive for the B.1.1.7 variant, and this number may continue to rise. All of these cases have been investigated and the individuals and their contacts are in isolation or quarantine. In addition, we have tested a broad circle of students who are associated with cases or contacts. We’re also seeing additional clusters of the regular COVID-19 virus in the campus community and are monitoring and addressing those as well. The university is working closely with state and local public health officials to carefully consider proactive and additional mitigation measures to address the emergence of this more contagious B.1.1.7 strain here on campus as we continue to learn more about this version of the virus. New information suggests that this strain might be more likely to cause severe illness. It is imperative that everyone be extra careful, and wear face coverings, avoid in-person gatherings, practice social distancing and get tested using the programs we have in place. These measures are effective, but there is less margin for error with this more contagious version of COVID-19. This is a critical time for preventing spread of the virus – to protect one another’s health and preserve our ability to eventually resume more normal activities as we continue our efforts to vaccinate members of our community. We continue to monitor and support the members of our community who have tested positive for the COVID-19 variant, B.1.1.7, or who have been identified as a close contact. The university is working to implement state recommendations regarding Athletics, and we applaud the student-athletes, staff, and leadership of the department for their rigorous testing and public health protocols. Their testing regimen is helping us address and contain the variant at U-M, and the information we’re learning may be able to help our entire community. The variant strain was identified as a result of regular university testing followed by additional testing in U-M labs. As we consider additional actions with our state and local partners, prevention remains our best defense: Avoid in-person gatherings at this time, and instead connect with friends, colleagues and family via remote technologies. Wear a mask when around anyone outside your immediate household. Practice social distancing (at least 6 feet apart from others). Get tested for COVID-19 weekly. Sign up for testing here. This is mandatory for undergraduates coming to campus and strongly recommended for anyone coming to campus. Watch for symptoms, and isolate and seek medical advice immediately if symptoms develop. Follow isolation or quarantine guidance if ill, exposed, or waiting on test results. Wash hands frequently. Use the ResponsiBLUE app daily. Get vaccinated when the vaccine becomes available to you. Complete the Blue Queue survey regarding participation in COVID-19 vaccination at U-M. Anyone who has symptoms of COVID-19, has been recently exposed, or who has recently traveled to a place where a new variant is circulating should be tested. Symptoms may include: fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headaches, loss of taste, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting and diarrhea. This is an evolving situation that university health officials are monitoring closely with the Washtenaw County Health Department and Michigan Department of Human Health Services. We continue to check new and prior tests for the variant, and are likely to see more cases. Please visit the Campus Blueprint for the latest information. Thank you for your continued efforts to keep our campus community safe. Sincerely, Mark. S. Schlissel, M.D., Ph.D. President Robert D. Ernst, M.D. Associate Vice President of Student Life for Health and Wellness Executive Director of University Health Service Preeti Malani, M.D. Professor of Medicine Chief Health Officer https://president.umich.edu/news-communications/letters-to-the-community/new-covid-19-cases-in-our-community/

USA/MI-UM-10037947349/2021 1/21 matched B.1.1.7 with 3 AAs deleted in Spike protein, 3 AAs deleted in NSP6 and Q27 stop codon in NS8. map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=42.25987231441598%2C-83.96569677687245&z=10

USA/MI-UM-10037883748/2021 1/19 matched B.1.1.7 with 3 AAs deleted in Spike protein, 3 AAs deleted in NSP6 and Q27 stop codon in NS8. map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=42.25987231441598%2C-83.96569677687245&z=10

USA/MI-UM-10037902886/2021 matched B.1.1.7 with 3 AAs deleted in Spike protein, 3 AAs deleted in NSP6 and Q27 stop codon in NS8. map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=42.25987231441598%2C-83.96569677687245&z=10

Lauring Lab has released (at GISAID) three B.1.1.7 SARS CoV2 Sequences (USA/MI-UM-10037902886/2021, USA/MI-UM-10037883748/2021, USA/MI-UM-10037947349/2021) collected in Ann Arbor from Jan 19-21.

England/MILK-FEB5A3/2021 1/11 matched 501.v2 with 3 AAs deleted in Spike protein, 3 AAs deleted in NSP6 map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=52.093056373290835%2C-0.9242571729042703&z=10

England/MILK-FCF0C2/2021 1/1 matched 501.v2 with 3 AAs deleted in Spike protein, 3 AAs deleted in NSP6 map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=52.093056373290835%2C-0.9242571729042703&z=10

England/MILK-FAEB04/2021 1/9 matched 501.v2 with 3 AAs deleted in Spike protein, 3 AAs deleted in NSP6 map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=52.093056373290835%2C-0.9242571729042703&z=10

COG-UK has released three 501.v2 SARS CoV2 variant sequences (England/MILK-FAEB04/2021, England/MILK-FCF0C2/2021, England/MILK-FEB5A3/2021) collected Jan 9-11.

England/ALDP-100441C/2021 1/11 matched B.1.1.7 variant with 3 AAs deleted in Spike protein, 3 AAs deleted in NSP6 and Q27 stop codon in NS8. map update https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1aQDSL2LwQFbuoCAg_nIOPK8D-LIJ5MYd&ll=53.413293163312474%2C-2.8895506516264278&z=8

COG-UK, has released a B.1.1.7 SARS CoV2 Sequences (England/ALDP-100441C/2021) collected in Alderley Park Jan 11.