The Lincoln Lancaster County Health Department reports one COVID-19 death Thursday, a woman in her 50’s who was hospitalized and unvaccinated. The total number of deaths is now at 363.
The Health department reports there sere 646 lab confirmed cases Thursday bringing the total number to 52.144. There are 127 people hospitalized with 83 from Lancaster County. Sixteen patients are on ventilators. This includes patients who no longer test positive for the virus.
The Omicron variant is spreading in Lancaster County. Omicron cases increase more rapidly than other forms of the virus. Those who are vaccinated will need a booster dose to protect themselves and others. Those who are unvaccinated are at greater risk. Those who have previously had COVID-19 do not have a natural immunity that prevents infection from Omicron.
The Delta variant continues to spread at high levels in Lancaster County and impacts the number of cases, hospitalizations and deaths.
Virus samples are sent to the Nebraska Public Health Lab for variant testing.
Upcoming vaccination clinics (schedule subject to change; walk-ins welcome at all locations)
Friday, January 7, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., LLCHD, 3131 “O” St.
Saturday, January 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Culler Middle School, 5201 Vine St.
Sunday, January 9, 9 a.m. to noon, Culler Middle School
Monday, January 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., LLCHD, 3131 “O” St.
Tuesday, January 11, 4 to 6:30 p.m., Arnold Elementary School, 5000 Mike Scholl St.
Wednesday, January 12, 3:15 to 6 p.m., Clinton Elementary School, 1520 N. 29th St.
Thursday, January 13, 3:15 to 6 p.m., Elliott Elementary School, 225 S. 25th St.
Friday, January 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., LLCHD
Testing continues at Bryan Health, CHI Health, Nomi Health and at local pharmacies.