Cornell University Covid cases: More than 900 Covid-19 cases reported this week, many of which are Omicron variants in fully vaccinated students
“Almost every case of the Omicron variant to date has been detected in fully immunized students, some of whom have also received booster shots,” said Vice President of University Relations Joel Malina. said in a statement.
Malina said the measures being taken on campus are to “help students who have tested negative return home safely during the winter break, and in an effort to limit the spread of the variant.” Omicron to vulnerable populations.”
“While I would like to offer reassurance that, to date, we have not seen severe illness in any of the infected students, we do have a role to play in reducing the spread of the disease,” Pollack said. in the broader community,” Pollack said.
The school has a mandatory vaccination policy for students, waiving religious or medical issues. All unvaccinated students and many vaccinated students are required to participate in surveillance testing. It is mandatory to wear a mask indoors.
Officials said: “Cornell is not asking members of our community to pick up a booster at this time; however, as breakouts continue to occur, we encourage you to take a look. review booster”.
Cornell’s last day of school is December 7, and final exams are scheduled for December 11-18, according to the school’s online schedule.
CNN’s Sarah Boxer and Steve Almasy contributed to his reporting.
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