The Ministry of Health & Wellness (MoHW) informs the public that from the recent genome-sequencing of positive COVID-19 swabs, the Central Medical Lab has confirmed that the predominant variant circulating in Belize is the Omicron BA.2.
As is evident from the increase in the positivity rate over the last few days, Belize is currently experiencing another wave of COVID-19 and must work together as a community to help control the spike and contain the spread.
• Get the COVID-19 vaccines and boosters as soon as possible;
• Wear your mask over your nose and mouth, especially when indoors or when adequate social distancing is not possible;
• Social distance whenever possible;
• Wash or sanitize hands often; and
• Avoid large gatherings and crowds whenever possible.