COVID hospitalizations rising; new variant very contagious

Jan. 10, 2023

A new COVID variant, XBB.1.5, is becoming the dominant strain and appears to be more contagious. To get a COVID vaccine, make an appointment at Monongalia County Health Department by calling 304-598-5119 or watch for one of our pop-up vaccination clinics. Some individuals may also want to consider wearing a mask in public or large groups of people.