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Call to remember COVID precautions as county’s cases double
29/06/2022
A new sub-variant of Omicron is thought to be one of the chief drivers of the rises
People in Oxfordshire are being reminded that COVID hasn’t gone away and to remember the precautions to protect ourselves against it.
During the last couple of weeks case numbers in the county have doubled, with a new sub-variant of Omicron thought to be one of the chief drivers of the rises.
Whilst there are currently no restrictions in place the County’s Health Chief, Ansaf Azhar, suggests that we still follow the guidance to protect ourselves and our families – particularly the vulnerable and elderly.
Mr Azhar said: “It’s been great for everyone to relax after the difficult last couple of years we’ve had with rules of varying kinds meaning restrictions on our lives.
“Currently there are no restrictions but there is still good, solid guidance that people are advised to observe to protect themselves and their families, particularly vulnerable and elderly people.
“The main bit of advice is to stay at home if you feel unwell – but it’s also worth reminding people of all those things that we learned during the height of the pandemic to reduce the risk of COVID spreading.
“This includes ventilating indoor spaces is very important as is washing your hands. During periods of good weather being outdoors rather than indoors also helps reduce risks.
“We expect to see fluctuations in cases and it remains the case we need to learn to live with COVID, but we need to strike a sensible balance and I would ask people to take precautions while cases are on the rise. Let’s enjoy the summer and our regained freedoms but keep in mind that COVID-19 hasn’t gone away and we all need to play our part to live safely.”
Published: by Banbury FM Newsteam