First case of omicron variant confirmed in Virginia
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RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus has been identified in a Virginia resident, the first case to be reported in the state, health officials said Thursday.
In a news release, the Virginia Department of Health said the variant was identified in a sample from an adult resident of northwest Virginia who had no history of international travel, but did have a history of domestic travel during the exposure period. The news release didn't disclose the person's condition or any additional details.