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Onondaga County officials are trying to clear up confusion about changing COVID-19 contact tracing protocols as the number of new cases continues to rise. On December 31st, the county said it would no longer be calling individuals to trace infections. The state followed suit Tuesday.
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The first case of the COVID-19 omicron variant has been confirmed in Onondaga County, and officials say it serves as another reminder to get vaccinated and wear a mask. Health Commissioner Dr. Indu Gupta says we know it’s more transmissible, but symptoms appear to be milder and the vaccine seems to offer good protection.
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Onondaga County’s health commissioner says they’re thinking about using incentives to overcome asymptomatic COVID-19 testing hesitancy at schools. The money would come from an $11 million state grant for school district testing that county lawmakers are likely to accept Tuesday.
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Onondaga County's Health Commissioner recommends masks, vaccinations and a return to increased testing in schools to help stem the rising COVID Delta variant. Dr. Indu Gupta's report also includes guidance on sports, after-school activities, bus rides, visitors, etc.
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Onondaga County Health Commissioner: Hear Concerns, Use Facts To Address Vaccine HesitancyOnondaga County Health Commissioner Doctor Indu Gupta is hoping family, friends, and other trusted messengers will urge those who haven’t yet gotten…
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Infants and their parents in Syracuse and Onondaga County are more likely to have health problems than the national average. County leaders are trying to…