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In Europe, the delta wave is rolling on

July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 admin

Even in vaccination pioneers like Israel and the UK, the mutation is catching on. Still, vaccinations are the most important tool in the fight against a new wave. More than 90 percent of cases in the U.K. in the last four weeks have been due to the delta variant. However, unlike previous waves, case numbers appear to be decoupling from deaths and hospitalizations. Figures from Israel show positive effect of vaccinationThe reason for the rise of delta variant infections is likely to be that although double vaccination does not fully…

Watch out! This penalty may apply when crossing the border

July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 admin

Several Austrians faced fines as they crossed the border into Slovenia on their way home from Croatia. A warning against alternative routes close to the border, for example via rural roads, now comes from ÖAMTC. Crossing the border away from international border crossings could result in a fine of up to 1,200 euros per person for “illegal entry.” “Time and again it happens that travelers, in order to escape traffic jams, do not use an international border crossing – but another one, which, however, is only permitted for Slovenians,” explained…

Coronavirus in Germany – RKI reports: Number of new infections increased again

July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 admin

The Robert Koch Institute publishes the daily updated case numbers for the corona crisis in Germany. This is the situation on July 7, 2021. Berlin – Health offices in Germany have reported 985 new Corona infections to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) within one day. This is according to figures from Wednesday morning, which reflect the status of the RKI dashboard as of 04:11. By comparison, the figure a week ago had been 808 infections. The RKI gave the seven-day incidence with 5.1 nationwide (previous day: 4.9; previous week: 5.2).Across…

Corona vaccine: Johnson & Johnson has high efficacy against delta variant

July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 admin

The Johnson & Johnson Corona vaccine is said to be particularly effective against delta variant. That’s what a study shows. USA – Johnson & Johnson’s Corona vaccine appears to be very effective against the fast-spreading delta variant of the coronavirus. The company shared corresponding data in a statement Friday (02/07/2021). It is said to have 85 percent efficacy and to be effective for at least eight months, according to the U.S. company. This corresponds to the period in which the study was conducted. Vaccine researchers examined blood samples from participants…

Sydney extends lockdown measures again because of Delta variant

July 7, 2021 admin

Sydney extends lockdown measures again over delta variantAustralian authorities have extended the lockdown in Sydney for another week due to new cases of infection with the delta variant of the corona virus. This is the “best chance to ensure this remains the only lockdown until the vast majority of our citizens are vaccinated,” New South Wales regional government chief Gladys Berejiklian said Wednesday. The state’s largest city had previously recorded 27 new Corona infections. For two weeks, Sydney residents are now already allowed to leave their homes only for a…

EU authority: 2,500 cases in connection with EM

July 7, 2021 admin

The European health authority ECDC has counted more than 2,500 coronavirus infections in connection with the European Football Championship so far. In the third tournament week of the European Championship, there was a significant increase compared to the week before, the EU agency confirmed in response to a query from Deutsche Presse-Agentur. Scotland most affectedInfection cases in seven countries could be linked to the European Championship, said Vicky Lefevre, the director responsible. Scotland was by far the most affected with 1991 cases. The Scottish team played its European Championship group…

Medical association in Austria recommends CoV cross-vaccination

July 7, 2021 admin

According to studies, if an mRNA vaccine is administered for the second dose of coronavirus vaccination after a first shot with AstraZeneca, vaccine protection is higher than with a double shot with the same vaccine. This heterologous vaccination schedule is now clearly recommended by the Austrian Medical Association (ÖAK). On Monday, the National Immunization Panel (NIG) updated its recommendation for use of protective vaccines: Cross-vaccinations should be offered upon patient request. However, this continues to be an “off-label application,” the NIG emphasized. Severe adverse events during the initial shot also…

The danger in the glass: Vienna police warns against knockout drops

July 6, 2021July 6, 2021 admin

Those who consume open drinks in clubs and co. should be aware of the danger of knockout drops With the current opening measures, topics come up again that have hardly played a role in recent months due to lockdown. For example, the Vienna Police reminds of the danger posed by knockout drops. Party drugs: Recently declining consumptionKnockout drops are liquid drugs that have a narcotic and soporific effect in higher doses. These are usually mixed unnoticed into people’s drinks in discotheques, bars or at parties in order to stun the…

New infections in Greece rise sharply

July 6, 2021July 6, 2021 admin

The number of new daily coronavirus infections in Greece has more than doubled within a week. Today, the Greek health authority reported 1,797 new infections within 24 hours for the country with its approximately eleven million inhabitants. Last week, between 600 and 700 new infections were reported daily. A good half of all new infections affected young people under the age of 30, experts said. It is assumed that the increase is due to the nightlife – Greece had only lifted the nightly curfew at the beginning of last week,…