Like much of Arizona and the rest of the country, the Navajo Nation has seen a significant slowdown in the prevalence of COVID-19 cases. But health officials remain vigilant in watching out for the possible impact of the BA.2 omicron variant, and the Nation’s emergency declaration remains in effect.

Dr. Jill Jim is executive director for the Navajo Nation Department of Health.

The Show spoke with her for an update on COVID-related conditions.

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