B117 mutation likely more deadly than “normal” corona virus

The B117 mutation is thought to be up to 70 percent more contagious.The UK government today provided information on disturbing findings: Apparently, the B117 mutation is said to be not only more contagious, but also more deadly than previous variants. The coronavirus mutant B.1.1.7, first detected in England, is apparently more deadly than earlier virus variants, according to British findings. There is now “evidence” that the mutant is not only more contagious but also “associated with a higher mortality rate,” Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Friday evening in London. The…

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Missing FFP2 mask in Austrian railways and other public transportation of the ÖBB costs 40 euros

In all public transport, FFP2 masks are mandatory as of Monday.A disregard of the FFP2 mask obligation is with the ÖBB 40 euro penalty costs. Those who refuse must also expect to be excluded from the journey. ÖBB not worried about mask obligationFrom Monday (25 January), the mandatory wearing of FFP2 masks applies, among other things, in public transport and thus also for all passengers in the trains, buses and stations of ÖBB. The journey without FFP2 mask or with a mouth-nose protection of lower protection class is from this…

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More than 16,000 new infections in Germany

German health departments have reported 16,417 new CoV infections to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) within one day. In addition, 879 new deaths were recorded within 24 hours, the RKI announced this morning. Exactly one week ago, the RKI had recorded 18,678 new infections and 980 new deaths within 24 hours. The peak of 1,244 new deaths had been reached on January 14. The highest number of new infections registered within 24 hours, 33,777, was reported on December 18, but this included 3,500 subsequent reports. Seven-day incidence at 112.6The number…

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Caritas: Pandemic increases child poverty

The CoV pandemic widens the effect of child poverty. One third of children worldwide no longer have access to education as a result of the pandemic – with fatal consequences, warns Caritas on the occasion of World Education Day tomorrow. “Even if children are not counted among Corona’s high-risk group, they will have to bear the long-term consequences of school closures, malnutrition and poverty,” Caritas President Michael Landau said at an online press conference in Vienna. The pandemic is causing educational gaps and impacting the lives of every child worldwide,…

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Coronavirus update: These rules apply from 25 January

As of January 25, new coronavirus rules are once again in effect in Austria. FFP2 masks will be mandatory from then on, skiing and ice skating will still be allowed. In addition, several occupational groups are to be tested regularly from now on. To keep an overview of what currently applies, here is a summary of the new rules: FFP2 mandatory masksAs of January 25, an FFP2 mask must be worn in these areas (except for children under 14, pregnant women and people who cannot wear an FFP2 mask for…

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AstraZeneca could supply less vaccine

According to reports in several media citing the Ministry of Health, AstraZeneca could deliver less vaccine to the EU than originally planned. For Austria, this would mean that only 600,000 vaccine doses could be delivered in the first quarter instead of 2,000,000. For the time being, there was no official confirmation from the Ministry of Health or AstraZeneca. An EU decision on the approval of the AstraZeneca vaccine is expected on January 29. According to the insider information, domestic authorities were informed of this today after speaking with AstraZeneca representatives…

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Virus mutation B.1.1.7. detected in 12 percent of the samples tested in Vienna

539 positive samples from all over Vienna were examined by PCR for the presence of the mutations N501Y and Del69/70 specific for the virus mutation B.1.1.7. In 66 of the samples, these mutations could indeed be detected. “The proportion of the mutant variant in the positive samples is about 12 percent. This shows that B.1.1.7. has arrived in Austria. Since no systematic testing of the mutation has been carried out in Austria so far, it is unfortunately impossible to say how long this mutation of the Covid 19 virus has…

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2,088 new infections, number of infected persons in Austria exceeded the 400,000 mark

To date, there have been 401,886 positive test results in Austria. As of today (January 22, 2021, 09:30), 7,330 people across Austria have died as a result of Corona virus and 378,408 have recovered. Currently there are 1,914 persons are undergoing hospital treatment due to the corona virus, and 331 of the ill persons are in intensive care units. New infections since the last report are divided among theprovinces as follows: Burgenland: 33Carinthia: 131Lower Austria: 228Upper Austria: 249Salzburg: 696 (incl. late registrations; since yesterday 183)Styria: 218Tyrol: 142Vorarlberg: 71Vienna: 320 Source:…

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Survey: already 60 % want to be vaccinated against Corona

Since the start of vaccination, the willingness to be be vaccinated has grown. Now only enough vaccine is needed – then everything would be good. According to the latest Austrian Daily newspaper “ÖSTERREICH” survey (Research Affairs 1,000 interviews from 18-21 January, max. fluctuation 3.2%), the willingness of Austrians to be vaccinated is rising sharply. Almost needed value for herd immunityJust two weeks ago, 55% said they were “certain” or “likely” to be vaccinated. Currently, 38% are “sure” and another 22% are “more likely” to get the shot – a total…

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