17 November 2020 Archives

More than 165,000 new cases within 24 hours in the USA

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The USA has recorded more than 165,000 new corona infections within one day. On Monday, authorities reported 166,045 new cases, according to data released by the University of Johns Hopkins (JHU) in Baltimore on Tuesday morning (CET). The highest figure to date was recorded on Friday, when more than 177,000 cases were reported. The number of deaths within 24 hours was 995. In total, more than 11.2 million people have become infected with the coronavirus in the USA with its approximately 330 million inhabitants. Around 247,000 people have died so…

731 Corona deaths in Italy

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In Italy, the number of coronavirus deaths in 24 hours rose sharply on Tuesday. 731 deaths were reported, compared to 503 the day before, the highest level since April 3, the Ministry of Health announced on Tuesday. Thus, the number of deaths since the beginning of the pandemic in Italy is 46,464. The Italian President Sergio Mattarella called on his country on Tuesday to make further sacrifices. “Nobody should think ‘it won’t happen to me’. Anyone can get infected. We must not forget this out of respect for the many…

More than 15 million CoV infections in Europe

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In Europe, more than 15 million infections with the novel coronavirus have already been detected. Worldwide, more than 55 million cases of infection have been recorded since the beginning of the pandemic, according to a census by the news agency AFP based on information provided by authorities today. In terms of the number of infections, the 52 European countries are the most affected region in the world – ahead of Latin America and the Caribbean (12.1 million) and Asia (11.5 million). Meanwhile, the number of registered infections in the U.S.…

Corona: 148 of 150 intensive care beds in Vienna hospitals already occupied

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In urban hospitals, intensive care units are close to the limit. However, an expansion is possible. In the hospitals of the Vienna Health Association, 197 employees are currently infected with the coronavirus. This was reported by a spokeswoman to the APA on Tuesday. With a staff of about 30,000 and the often very exposed situation of the affected persons, this number is not very high, she was assured. The situation regarding intensive care beds is still serious. In the municipal hospitals, 148 intensive care beds out of 150 are currently…

5,984 new infections in Austria

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Day one of the new, tough lockdown and in Austria, almost 6,000 new infections were registered again. Specifically, there were 5,984 new positive test results from Monday to Tuesday. 58 people died with the coronavirus in the past 24 hours. 182 had to be hospitalized, 46 new Covid patients are in intensive care units. At present, 4,525 people are undergoing hospital treatment due to the corona virus, 658 of them in intensive care units. 6816 people are considered to have recovered. Thus, there is a slight decrease in active cases…

27,000 new corona infections and 504 deaths in Italy

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The number of new coronavirus infections in Italy fell on Monday. The number of new infections decreased from 33,979 to 27,354 in 24 hours. There were 504 deaths, 42 less than the day before. This brings the number of deaths since the beginning of the epidemic in Italy on February 20 to 45,773. 152,663 tests were performed within 24 hours, the Ministry of Health announced on Monday. 17 percent turned out positive. The number of confirmed active cases was 717,784. The number of SARS CoV-2 infected patients in quarantine was…

What if I violate Corona measures?

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Once again, Austria slipped into a near standstill from the stroke of midnight until December in order to reduce infections: we are bringing up once again the most important points to consider. What if I violate the Corona measures?25 Euro will be charged for a missing mask, 50 Euro for a missing safety distance. If charges are filed, the health authorities can impose a fine of up to 1450 euros.I do a test at home, do I have to report this?There is a legal obligation to report positive test results…

Joe Biden fears more corona deaths from Trump’s blockade

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In the USA, the dispute over the handover of office from the current president Donald Trump to the designated successor Joe Biden continues. Normally, preparations for the handover of office are made directly after the election, but Trump has so far refused to do so.Joe Biden fears that Trump’s refusal could lead to even more Corona deaths. His team, for example, must have access to the plans showing how more than 300 million Americans are to be vaccinated, he said on Monday, local time. Biden warned that if his team…

Austria in lockdown again starting today, Tuesday

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For the second time since midnight, Austria is in a corona full lockdown. Schools are closed, the retail sector has to close. The population is now only allowed to leave the house for specific activities. For the time being, the measures apply up to and including December 6. It is to be avoided at all costs that doctors have to decide who can still receive the best possible treatment. To this end, the exit restrictions will also apply around the clock. It will still be possible to travel to work,…