COVID-19 Variant B.1.351 Identified in NC
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) has now reported the first identification of the COVID-19 variant B.1.351 in the state of North Carolina. For important information on the B.1.351 variant, the COVID-19 vaccine, and additional state recommendations to improve mask wearing based on guidance from the CDC, visit the NC DHHS website.