New, More Contagious Strain of COVID-19 Identified in Indiana

According to state health officials, a new, more contagious strain of COVID-19 has been identified in Indiana.

Posted: Jan 11, 2021 12:12 PM

Updated: Jan 11, 2021 12:12 PM

Posted By: Adam Kight

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