#MLHU is investigating a cluster of COVID-19 cases and there is the strong probability that the Omicron variant of the virus is involved. #LdnOnt #Middlesex /1 MLHU was advised last evening of two COVID-19 cases who screened positive for “S gene target failure” (SGTF) which is a marker for the Omicron variant. These two individuals are amongst a cluster of cases linked to travellers who arrived in London from Nigeria in late November./2

In a significant development, #MLHU will be receiving a 70% increase in its allocation of COVID-19 vaccine over the next several weeks. This will allow #MLHU to deliver more vaccine to more people in our region, with greater speed and efficiency.

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#LdnOnt #Middlesex /1 This is particularly good timing, as it will allow acceleration of second doses. Protection against the new Delta variant is much better after two doses (about 90% after two doses vs. 30-40% after one dose).

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#MLHU is working closely w/ officials @LHSCCanada’s University Hospital to manage a significant outbreak among staff & patients. An outbreak on the 4th floor that was declared on Nov. 10 has been expanded today to include all medical floors at the hospital. #LdnOnt #Middlesex /1 Of the 18 new COVID-19 cases being reported by the #MLHU today, 10 have been linked to this outbreak. In all, there have been 34 cases associated with the outbreak including 16 cases among hospital staff, 18 cases among patients and one death.

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So you’ve just been tested for #COVID19. While you wait for your test results (which can be scary!), continue to do your part to #StopTheSpread. Here are a few things to think about. Thread below ⬇️⬇️

/1 #LdnOnt #Middlesex @covi_lm @LHSCCanada @ThamesValleyFHT While you wait for your test results (typically 24-48 hours):

➡️ Self-isolate until you receive your test result; this means staying at home, away from other members of your household.

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