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Omicron: Experts developed new tests for corona variant

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Roche subsidiary TIB Molbiol has developed three new tests for the new coronavirus variant Omicron. This would allow mutations of this variant to be detected in a differentiated and precise manner, the Basel-based pharmaceutical company announced Friday. The three new test kits are among the first to specify mutations in the recently discovered Omicron variant, according to Roche. Targeted search only when clustering occursVirologist: Omicron variant already spread worldwide before discoveryThis will allow the spread of circulating variants to be assessed, they say. In addition, the impact of therapies, vaccines…

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28,423 vaccination certificates invalid as of Monday

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As of Monday, numerous vaccination certificates will become invalid throughout Austria, causing the vaccination coverage rate to drop. The reason is a retroactive shortening of the validity of the certificates in the Green Passport from 360 to 270 days. The changes affect 28,423 certificates throughout Austria. Persons who have recovered and have been vaccinated at least once are exempt. For them, the certificate is still valid for 360 days, said the Ministry of Health in response to an inquiry from APA. sources: APA/vienna.at/picture. screenshot: gesundheit.gv.at

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Highest number of new infections since February in Portugal

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Despite having one of the highest vaccination rates in Europe and even the world, Portugal is also experiencing rapidly rising infection rates. Health authorities in Lisbon yesterday reported 5,649 new cases registered within 24 hours, the highest since Feb. 6 (6,132). The daily number of people who died with covid-19 was 22, according to the report, the last time that many had been reported was March 10, according to official data. Seven-day incidence at 193Meanwhile, the seven-day incidence in Portugal rose from about 100 in mid-November to 193 most recently,…

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What you may not yet know about Santa Claus

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Always on December 6The excitement when St. Nicholas comes is part of childhood and dressing up as St. Nicholas is part of adulthood. But where does the custom come from? Which countries celebrate it? What’s the difference between St. Nicholas and Santa Claus? Here are some amazing facts about St. Nicholas Day. But who actually is St. Nicholas?The figure of Nicholas is probably based on two historical figures: Bishop Nicholas of Myra, from the 4th century, and Abbot Nicholas of Sion, who lived about 200 years later. Both lived on…

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The global pandemic – an overview

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In December 2019, the COVID-19 virus was first detected in Wuhan, China, from where it rapidly spread around the world and became a pandemic. Over 5.2 million deaths have been attributed to the virus. Now, a pill is expected to affect the course of the disease and alleviate symptoms. Vaccinations against CoronaSince the beginning of 2020, thanks to vaccination against the virus by Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna and Co. infection rates have steadily fallen. However, the vaccination is still controversial, with many vaccination opponents refusing to be vaccinated due to various conspiracy…

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The emergence of Omicron

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The new variant of the coronavirus, Omicron, is causing concern around the world. Dozens of countries have restricted air travel to southern African countries where this strain was first detected. Science is preparedHowever, fears of a return to the early days of the pandemic with complete lockdowns are exaggerated. Experts know much more about the virus today than they did then and will be better prepared to combat it. Variant of ConcernOn Nov. 26, the World Health Organization declared Omicron a “variant of concern.” The strain carries about 32 spike…

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7,304 new infections in Austria

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In the last 24 hours, a total of 7,304 new infections and 60 deaths were registered across Austria from Friday to Saturday. In comparison, a week ago, on November 27, there were 11,671 Corona cases. 13,433 have recovered in the same period. Thus, there are currently 117,049 active cases. To date, there have been 1,193,286 positive test results in Austria. As of December 4 (9:30 a.m.), 12,753 people have died and 1,063,484 have recovered from Corona virus across Austria. Currently, 3,163 people are hospitalized due to Corona virus. Of these,…

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Situation in Vienna’s hospitals remains tense

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Due to the fourth Corona wave, the situation at Vienna’s hospitals continues to be tense. Patients even have to be treated in rehabilitation centers. Operations are also being postponed. Towards the end of the second lockdown week, the number of new Corona infections in Austria continued to fall. Within 24 hours, there were just under 6,738 new infections. But in intensive care units, the number of Corona patients increased by six. Scheduled operations have long been postponed. Daniel Zimpfer, head of pediatric heart surgery at AKH, tells ORF that intensive…

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Validity of vaccination certificates will be shortened

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Starting Monday, the validity of vaccination certificates in the “Green Passport” will be shortened from 360 to 270 days. This was announced by the Ministry of Health yesterday. People who have recovered and have been vaccinated at least once are exempted. For this group, the vaccination certificate will continue to be valid for 360 days for the time being. As of today, 28,423 certificates are affected by these changes, the Ministry of Health said. Accordingly, the percentage of active vaccination certificates will also decrease accordingly. The vaccination coverage rate will…

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