Omicron Detected in BSD-Ciputat, Health Office Asks Residents to Be Alert

Banten Provincial Health Office Kadin Ati Pramudji Hastuti said that since early January 2022, there has been an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases, especially in Tangerang Raya.

The Omicron type of COVID-19 virus has also entered the area. including the latest case of the Omicron variant in South Tangerang (Tangsel). "Yesterday it was sloping but in early January there was an increase in cases, especially in Greater Tangerang and cases of the Omicron variant were found in South Tangerang. There were 4 positive cases of the Omicron variant of COVID, namely 2 people in The Green BSD area, 1 person in Ciputat and one in Pondok Chili Ilir," said Ati in Serang, Wednesday (12/1/2022). In terms of distribution, this type of variant spreads quickly. However, almost the average patient who is infected only has mild symptoms. "However, because the spread is unusually fast compared to other variants, we need to be vigilant and anticipate even more stringently," he said. Ati said, if left unchecked, this variant could spike and cause a third wave. If this happens, it can have a negative impact on the health sector, education, including the economy. He also hopes that residents will continue to tighten health protocols both in South Tangerang and other areas in Banten Province. The use of masks when leaving the house and implementing PPKM at the lowest level of the RT-RW include vaccination awareness.

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