AUSTIN, Texas — Travis County public fitness experts are urging precautions and vaccinations after wastewater data showed a COVID-19 buildup detected in the county.
Austin Public Health says knowledge of wastewater is a leading indicator of the presence of the virus in the community.
Although the presence of COVID-19 has increased over the past six weeks, it is still below national averages.
The HPA says cases persist in Travis County even though the national public health emergency ended in May. Hospitalizations remain low, which is characteristic of vaccines. Retreats are recommended for people at higher risk.
“Positive cases of COVID-19 continue to be identified, especially in preparedness areas. As we prepare for the return of children to school, it is more important than ever to vaccinate ourselves and others,” said HPA Director Adrienne Sturrup. “If you feel bad, try. “
Public fitness government continues to inspire physical behavior, such as washing hands frequently, covering coughs, and staying home and getting tested when sick.
CDC projections show that sublineages of the XBB variant are now spreading across the country. This variant first caused infections last winter, the APH says.
The CDC says the existing vaccine still provides coverage unlike existing variants and subvariants, but updated vaccines are expected in the fall.
The existing vaccine still provides coverage unlike existing variants and subvariants. According to the CDC, updated vaccines are expected by the fall.
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