The virus mutation that occurred in India is believed to be more contagious and lead to more serious illness.
After a couple of confirmed cases in the spring, 15 new suspected cases of this mutation have now been discovered in Västmanland.
- Vaccine protects well against this mutation as well, if you have received two doses of vaccine.
Therefore, it is very important that as many as possible take both doses of vaccine, says Emeli Månsson.
She also points out that it is of great importance to continue to follow FHM's recommendations in order to avoid the spread of infection gaining momentum again.
Hear her tell more about the delta variant in the county in the clip above.