Oregon confirms first case of UK-originating SARS-CoV-2 variant in Multnomah County
A staff member at the University of Portland tested positive for the B.1.1.7 variant, which originated in the United Kingdom, marking Oregon's first confirmed case. The individual has no travel history and is isolated under public health guidance.
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HealthOregon confirms first case of UK-originating SARS-CoV-2 variant in Multnomah County
Sign in or subscribeBrowse free archive reportsA staff member at the University of Portland tested positive for the B.1.1.7 variant, which originated in the United Kingdom, marking Oregon's first confirmed case. The individual has no travel history and is isolated under public health guidance.