The amount of coronavirus RNA in Saskatoon’s wastewater has increased by 53 per cent, according to University of Saskatchewan researchers.
The viral load is the second successive increase after a significant decrease recorded on May 13, 2022, which might be the beginning of another small wave of Omicron BA-2, lead researcher John Giesy said in a note to media.
“However, the viral load is the fifth least in 20 weeks. When the load is small, even a few additional infections can have a large percentage increase.”
North Battleford’s levels also rose 38 per cent, but were still the fourth lowest in 18 weeks.
Prince Albert’s levels dropped 51 per cent, marking the second-lowest value in 18 weeks.