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  •   Home > News > Health & Safety

    Two of Waikato's 37 cases, who are in the same household, haven't as yet been linked to another case

    Two of Waikato's 37 cases, who are in the same household, haven't as yet been linked to another case


    Investigations into the source of their infection is ongoing.

    Whole genome sequencing from samples from these cases, which were reported on Wednesday show they're linked to other local cases and the Auckland outbreak.

    Hamilton residents are encouraged to keep checking the Ministry's website for any locations of interest.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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