In a video statement, Governor Spencer Cox addressed the recent surge in COVID-19 cases that are starting to overwhelm Utah's testing lines and health systems.
"Recent COVID-19 case counts and deaths are a sobering reminder of just how contagious this Omicron variant is. Like every other state, we expect record case numbers for the next few weeks," the governor said."The good news is we have the tools to beat this, but they only work if we use them. If, for whatever reason, you have been putting off getting vaccinated or boosted, now is the time.
"Vaccines work, they’re safe and it’s easier than ever to get one for everyone age 5 and up. Please visit your doctor, your local pharmacy or coronavirus.utah.gov to find a location that’s near you. If you feel sick, please get tested and stay home. If you’re indoors, mask up with an N-95 or KN-95 mask," Gov. Cox said.
"Utahns, let’s do everything we can to ease their burdens," the governor said, offering optimism for the pandemic entering an endemic phase."I am more optimistic than ever that this wave will bring an end to the pandemic as we know it. Please be kind and patient as we work to get through this together."
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