Month: July 2021

EU Medicines Agency (EMA): Full vaccination probably protects against delta variant

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The EU Medicines Agency (EMA) believes that a full coronavirus vaccination also protects against the Delta variant of the virus. “Currently, it appears that the four vaccines licensed in the EU protect against all strains circulating in Europe, including the delta variant,” EMA vaccination strategy manager Marco Cavaleri said yesterday at his agency’s regular press briefing in Amsterdam. Field experience and laboratory tests have shown that two doses (one dose in Johnson & Johnson’s case) could produce antibodies capable of neutralizing the delta variant, he said. However, Cavaleri appealed to…

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WHO warns against carelessness: new pandemic wave looms in Europe

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Although Corona relaxations and summer are creating euphoria, WHO has warned against carelessness. The organization fears an impending wave of pandemics in Europe. Relaxations, vacation joys and European soccer championship euphoria are currently brightening the mood in many places. But carelessness is not appropriate in view of the highly contagious coronavirus variant Delta, as WHO Europe pointed out on Thursday. For the first time in ten weeks, the number of new infections is rising again, and without disciplined countermeasures, a new pandemic wave threatens, according to the World Health Organization’s…

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Delta variant: So many cases in Vienna among 6-year-olds

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In Vienna, there are currently 233 active Corona infections with the Delta variant. Of these cases, 37 of those affected are 12 years old or younger. Corona virus spreads primarily among the young population. That’s why Vienna is lowering the age for mandatory testing for children to six, while relaxing nationwide. After sharp criticism from parents and the opposition, a spokesman for city health councillor Peter Hacker (SP) is now speaking out: “We’re not doing this on a whim,” he writes on Twitter and calculates: In total, 233 (42%) of…

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Attention. Croatia tightens entry rules

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As reported by ORF late Thursday afternoon, Croatia, a favorite vacation destination for many, has tightened its entry rules today, surprisingly and without any notice. Until now, EU citizens (from countries with low infection rates) were considered able to enter Croatia without any conditions or restrictions. This is now changing. However, at the border control, all travelers are now required to present the new coronavirus certificate – the Green Passport – which is valid throughout the EU. And this is irrespective of where the entrants come from. At present, however,…

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Princess Diana: Statue for the 60th birthday – The late princess in portrait

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On July 1, 2021, Princess Diana would have turned 60. When did she die? Info on the date of death, birthday and statue at a glance. She was considered the “Queen of Hearts” and for the press there was no bigger star: the late Princess Diana would have turned 60 today, July 1, 2021. Her relationship with the British royal family was difficult, her death caused worldwide grief and dismay. Still, the life of Lady Di and her relationships are of great interest.In honor of her milestone birthday, a new…

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62 new corona infections in Austria on Thursday

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In Austria, 75 new infections have been registered in the past 24 hours – after data adjustments in Carinthia and Salzburg, the number is as low as 62. The seven-day incidence on Thursday was 6.2 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, according to figures from the Ministry of Health and Interior. 62 new Corona infections registered ThursdayAs of Thursday, there are 1,859 active cases in Austria, down 100 from Wednesday. Recovered are since the outbreak of the epidemic 637,909 people, within the past 24 hours 159 recovered. On the other hand, the…

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Austrian World Summit: Schwarzenegger took a bike ride through Vienna

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Arnold Schwarzenegger Wednesday took a bike ride through downtown Vienna. “It’s fantastic to be back in Vienna. I’ve already been for a round of cycling and I’m looking forward to the ‘Austrian World Summit’ on Thursday,” he said in a statement. In the evening, Schwarzenegger will meet participants of the “Summit” – including Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen – at a dinner at the Haus des Meeres. The “Austrian World Summit” will discuss key environmental policy issues at Vienna’s Spanish Riding School. In addition to Federal President Van der…

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Vienna launches new vaccination campaign – without appointment

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Starting next Monday, Corona vaccination will be possible in Vienna even without a vaccination appointment. As Health Councillor Peter Hacker (SPÖ) announced via broadcast, this vaccination campaign will take place from July 5 to 11 and will be carried out with the Astra-Zeneca vaccine. “After the vaccine from AstraZeneca has also proven to be very effective against the delta variant of the Corona virus and the National Vaccination Panel has recommended a shortening of the interval between the two vaccinations from twelve to four weeks, we will also follow this…

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Anger at UEFA grows: Almost 2000 Scottish fans infected at European Championship

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Instead of diffuse worries, there are now hard numbers for Scotland: 1991 Corona cases are attributable to the European Football Championship, according to authorities. The receipt for the games in London and the game in Russia will follow. German politicians are furious with UEFA. Nearly 2000 Corona cases in Scotland can be linked to European soccer championship games, according to official figures. Two-thirds of those who tested positive in 1991 were fans who had traveled to London for games against advice from the north, according to Public Health Scotland. On…

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