Ministry of Health (MoH) said that studies and researches are underway to investigate the emergence of the COVID Delta variant in Ethiopia.
Briefing journalists regarding the spread of the new COVID 19 Delta variant, Health Minister Lia Tadesse said that Alpha and Beta strains of the virus in Ethiopia have been confirmed by previous tests, and investigation has been commenced to check the presence of the new Delta virus.
She urged the community to continue strengthening prevention precautions especially properly using face masks as it is the most important means of prevention taking advantage of the International Mask Week during this week, people have to pay greater attention to prevention measures.
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