The highly contagious delta variant is making an impact here in Ohio. That was part of the message health officials provided when urging vaccinations during a COVID-19 press conference. Ohio Department of Health Chief Medical Officer Bruce Vanderhoff, MD, said preliminary data regarding the delta variant for the June 20 to July 3 time period "is going to be another substantial increase" that's likely more than double the 15 percent rise Ohio experienced the two weeks prior.
“Our current vaccines are effective against the delta variant," Dr. Vanderhoff said. "The bad news is that if you’re not fully vaccinated, you’re at real risk of contracting the delta variant – including real risk for serious illness, including hospitalization and death. Remember, COVID-19 is now a vaccine-preventable illness and not being fully vaccinated puts you at risk. The best thing any of us can do to protect ourselves and those around us is to choose to be vaccinated.”
Dr. Vanderhoff also provided three key facts he wants everybody to know about the delta variant. Full story: [ Ссылка ]
