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First Case Of Brazil COVID-19 Variant Identified in Lake County

CHICAGO (CBS)-- The first case of the Brazil COVID-19 variant has been identified in Lake County.

According to health officials, this is the second new variant of COVID-19 identified in Lake County since February.

"These variants seem to spread more easily and quickly than other variants, which may lead to more cases of COVID-19," Lake County officials said.

Health officials are investigating this case and said the individual's travel history is not known at this time.

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