New Corona variants BA.4 and BA.5 also in Austria

The new Covid 19 subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 have also been detected in Austria for the first time. The city of Vienna has reported the first cases of variant BA.4 and one case of variant BA.5 to the Ministry of Health, the ministry said Wednesday. Individual cases have also been identified in Styria and Salzburg. Nationwide wastewater monitoring has revealed no evidence of the virus variants initially detected, mainly in South Africa. New Corona variants BA.4 and BA.5 are also in Austria According to initial assessments by experts, “the two…

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Removal of all restrictions: Croatia entry as before Corona

Non-EU citizens can now enter Croatia without vaccination certificates or negative Corona tests. This is now possible again – at least when it comes to a trip to Croatia. After the measure of mandatory presentation of a COVID certificate when entering Croatia was abolished on April 1, the Ministry of Interior decided this week to lift the least restrictive measure at the borders. Thus, non-EU citizens are now no longer required to show a valid vaccination certificate or negative PCR test at the border. “The validity of the decision on…

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Corona forecast: infection numbers remain higher this summer than in 2021

The Covid forecast consortium continues to assume a gradual transition to a steady fall trend. The curve of new Corona infections will flatten, though a drop to the levels of the summers of 2020 or 2021 is not expected. According to the Wednesday update, dampening seasonal effects will be countered by the progressive decline in acquired immune protection. Corona forecast on omicron variants BA.4/BA.5.In addition, the full impact of the April 16 relaxations has also unfolded, it said. He said that the decline in case numbers would end in the…

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Flattening of corona infection curve in Austria continues

The current estimate from the Covid forecasting consortium continues to assume a gradual transition to a steady case trend. While experts anticipate a flattening of the epidemiological curve, infection numbers are not expected to drop to the levels seen in the summers of 2020 or 2021: Dampening seasonal effects are countered by the progressive decline in acquired immune protection, according to the Wednesday update. New Corona variants BA.4 and BA.5 are also in Austria In addition, the full effect of the April 16 relaxations has also unfolded, it said. He…

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Our Lady of Manaoag Feast Day Celebrations in Vienna

While May is traditionally dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, many feast days or fiestas throughout the year are devoted to representations of the Blessed Mother. Many cities and towns are dedicated to her because of how she prefigured the establishment of these early settlements. For Catholics worldwide, the month of October is dedicated to Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. It is one of the significant Marian feast days, particularly for devotees of the Blessed Virgin Mary and believers of the significance and powers of the Holy Rosary. The…

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6,760 new infections in Austria on Wednesday

Seventeen further deaths were linked to Covid 19 infection. From Tuesday to Wednesday, 6,760 new infections were registered in Austria. This is above the average of 5,458 infections over the past seven days. The 7-day incidence is currently 429.24. Currently, 72,072 people are actively infected. In the past 24 hours, 170,105 PCR tests have been performed. This results in a positive rate of 3.97 percent. In addition, 17 new deaths have been reported. Thus, the pandemic has claimed 18,200 lives so far. Currently, 1,111 people are being treated in the…

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The health benefits of rhubarb

Rhubarb originates from the Himalayas and has been used as a medicinal plant for thousands of years. In this country, its fruity and sour stalks are used as an ingredient in summer cakes, compotes, sauces, or jams. Rhubarb – a vegetable and not a fruit – first came to Europe in the 18th century. These nutrients are found in rhubarb With 21 kilocalories per 100 grams, rhubarb is as slim as its shape. But there’s not much in the way of vitamins and minerals either: a little vitamin C (13…

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Two factors determine whether you get Long Covid

Those who have survived a corona infection aren’t entirely out of the woods yet. Many patients suffer from symptoms such as fatigue and shortness of breath even months later. This is known as long covid. Researchers have identified two possible factors determining who will still suffer from Long Covid a year later. Long Covid is a severe problem. That’s because many people continue to struggle with health problems even after overcoming Covid 19. In most cases, chronic fatigue, concentration problems, shortness of breath, and palpitations are the main symptoms. If…

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How much power do devices suck in standby mode?

Putting electrical devices into standby mode instead of turning them off entirely is convenient but uses extra power. The older they are, the more juice they usually need in standby mode, but even modern devices can be pretty greedy when networked. Electricity is expensive and getting more expensive. One way to reduce a household’s energy consumption is to put electrical devices into standby mode less often and switch them off entirely instead. How much you can save by doing this depends mainly on your age. “Up to 20 percent of…

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