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Symptoms explained: How to recognize which disease you have

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Corona is on the rise again in Austria! According to Hans-Peter Hutter from the Department of Epidemiology at the Medical University of Vienna, the “XEC” Omikron sub-variant is currently predominant and being detected more frequently. According to data from the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK), 14,160 coronavirus cases have been recorded. Interpreting symptoms correctly The symptoms of the “XEC” variant are very similar to those of the previous variants. Those affected report fever, cough, cold, headache, and aching limbs on the internet, with one “new” symptom in particular: heartburn. According…

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In Austria, the topic of menopause is often taboo

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Austrians know too little about menopause. According to a survey conducted by Marketagent on behalf of Ketchum for the pharmaceutical company Gynial, 57 percent of Austrian households have never addressed the topic. Almost as many respondents (58.8 percent) believe that menopause is still a taboo subject (57.4 percent of women and 60.2 percent of men). For 24.9 percent, it is uncomfortable to talk about it. Men, in particular (33.2 percent), find the topic unpleasant more often than women (16.5 percent). Three-quarters (78.5 percent) of men do not deal with it,…

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Attention! Police now warn all citizens in Vienna

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Corrosive acid has damaged the door locks of apartments in Vienna’s Landstraße. The police are now asking for special attention! Presumably using nitric acid, two door locks were damaged in the Landstraße district at around 3.00 pm on Wednesday. The as-yet-unknown perpetrators then broke into the two apartments. Whether anything was stolen is the subject of ongoing investigations. The Vienna State Office of Criminal Investigation has taken over the investigation. The police therefore ask for special attention and warn the public: “If you find damage to the lock on your…

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There are more and more Catholics worldwide, but not in Europe

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The number of Catholics is increasing worldwide and is only declining in Europe. On December 31, 2022, the number of Catholics worldwide was 1,389,573,000, an increase of 13,721,000 people compared to the previous year. The increase affects four of the five continents. Only in Europe is there a decrease in the number of Catholics: 474,000 people, according to the statistical data on the Church in the world published by the Fides agency. Strongest increase in Catholics in Africa and America As in previous years, the rise in the number of…

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Wind brings mild weather to Austria at the weekend

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The wind continues to ensure mild temperatures in Austria. Although the experts at Geosphere Austria forecast precipitation in some areas over the coming days, the thermometer will climb to 22 degrees. It will be cloudy and rainy on Friday from the south of the Alps to southern Burgenland. The Föhn wind will remain constant and ensure mostly sunny and mild conditions north of the main Alpine ridge. In the east, too, it will be quite windy and partly sunny until the evening, with denser clouds only moving through towards the…

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ENFiD-Austria Celebrates 7th Anniversary with Focus on Future Health Initiatives

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Vienna, Austria, 15 October 2024—The European Network of Filipino Diaspora Austria (ENFiD-Austria) celebrated its 7th Anniversary with an intimate, exclusive dinner. The event brought together its members to reflect on past achievements and plan future initiatives. Held in Vienna, the anniversary marked a pivotal moment for the organization as it laid out its roadmap for 2025, focusing on physical and mental health programs for the Filipino community in Austria and across Europe. The celebration comes on the heels of ENFiD-Austria’s highly successful three-in-one event earlier this year, held from 31…

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Group of Friends of Food Security Launched in Vienna: A New Push for Global Food Security

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Vienna, 15 October 2024 – The United Nations in Vienna launched a groundbreaking initiative to combat global food insecurity. The Group of Friends of Food Security, endorsed by the African Group and co-chaired by the Permanent Missions of Sudan and Italy, officially began its mission to foster collaboration and share best practices among Vienna-based Organizations (VBOs) and their Member States. This new Group seeks to build on the collective successes of key international organizations headquartered in Vienna, such as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the United Nations Industrial Development…

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Supermoon 2024: When the celestial event can be seen in Austria

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Here you can find out all the details on how and when you can best observe the supermoon in Austria. The supermoon over AustriaThe largest full moon of the year will reach its full luminosity on October 17, 2024. In Austria, this impressive celestial event will reach its peak around midday. From this point onwards, the moon will slowly fade in brightness, but it will still be visible in full splendor during the evening and night. When and where can you see the supermoon?The supermoon in October 2024, also known…

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Showers, foehn and Sahara dust: weather change at the weekend

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The weather in Austria will show a different side in the coming days. While dense fog persists in some regions of Austria, the Föhn wind will ensure sunny and mild conditions in other areas. In our detailed preview, find out what the next 14 days have to offer regarding the weather.High-pressure area “WERNER” brings more stable conditionsThis week, the high-pressure area “WERNER” will have a decisive influence on the weather in Austria. Its arrival will bring typical autumn weather, although this will vary greatly from region to region. Particularly noticeable:…

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