“Since yesterday we have seen a stabilization in the cases. The decline in their number that we saw in the previous days did not continue, as they yielded the measures that had been taken in the previous phase, but before the appearance of the Omicron mutation, which seems to start leading to increase “That is […]
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From rapid to self tests – The background of the decision of K. Mitsotakis
By Dimitris Gatsios Despite the fact that until early Tuesday morning the prevailing scenario wanted the government to be led to the decision to have a mandatory entry to all indoor entertainment venues with a negative rapid test, the reversal came with suggestion by Kyriakos Mitsotakis in the cabinet. The Maximos Palace, therefore, despite the […]
Germany: New measures on coronavirus provoke reactions and confusion
Reactions and confusion have been caused on the one hand by the decisions taken yesterday by the federation and states to manage the upcoming wave of the Omicron variant of the new coronavirus and on the other hand by the -unusual- differentiation of the Robert Koch Institute, which took clear government policy. Shortly before Chancellor […]
The first death from the Omicron variant was recorded in Israel
Israel has recorded its first known death from the Omicron variant of the coronavirus, according to Israeli media that broadcast today that a man, about 70 years old, with underlying diseases, died in the city of Beer Sheva on Monday. The patient ended up at Soroka Medical Center and had underlying diseases, the Times of […]
USA: Queues at Examination Centers – Hospitals are reinforced with staff and beds
With just a few days left until Christmas, huge queues were forming all over the US outside the test centers today, as Americans are again faced with limited options to take the Covid-19 test. In Boston, New York, and even California, the images are reminiscent of those of the first wave of the pandemic, about […]
Omicron Europe Alarm: Measures in Belgium, Sweden, Scotland, Portugal
LAST UPDATE 19:59 The head of the World Health Organization’s Europe division today warned countries to prepare for a “significant increase” in Covid-19 cases as Omicron spreads, noting that so far the variation is mainly among young adults. Since its emergence in late November, Omicron has been located in at least 38 of the 53 […]
Belgium: Additional restrictions to stop the spread of Omicron
The Consultative Committee in Belgium is meeting tomorrow, considering additional restrictions due to the spread of the “Omicron” mutation. According to Belgian media, the following proposals are on the table: • The restaurant closes at 20.00 instead of 23.00 • Return to the “bubble” and the specific number per guest per household • 100% teleworking […]
Sweden: Authorities step up measures against Covid-19 as Omicron makes forecasts ominous
Sweden will ask all workers to work from home if possible, and will impose tougher measures on social alienation, the government announced today as it raises restrictions aimed at curbing the rise in new Covid-19 infections. . The number of new cases in Sweden, which caught the world’s attention last year by choosing not to […]
Emer Cook (EMA): There is no evidence that vaccine modification is required for Omicron
The European Union’s Drugs Regulatory Authority is preparing for the need to modify coronavirus vaccines to treat the new Omicron variant, but there is no evidence that this will be necessary, the head of the European Medicines Agency said on Tuesday. , Emer Cook. “There is no answer as to whether we will have to […]
US: Test, Vaccines, and Hospital Aid The Government’s Three Axis for Tackling Omicron
Diagnostic tests, enhanced vaccination capabilities and additional hospital facilities, but no new pre-Christmas restrictions: The White House today announced President Joe Biden’s strategy to halt the spread of the coronavirus strain Omicron. A senior White House official explained in detail the measures Biden is expected to announce at 14:30 local time (21:30 Greek time), at […]
