Category: Austrian News

“The situation in intensive care units is the measure of all things,” this was emphasized by Vienna’s mayor Michael Ludwig (SPÖ) when he announced the Easter calm with the state governors Johanna Mikl-Leitner (ÖVP) and Hans-Peter Doskozil. The same was heard from him when it was extended. And also this week, when it comes to a further extension of the lockdown in Vienna, Ludwig will probably refer to it again. On Friday, the federal and state governments will meet again for consultations. In an interview with daily newspaper KURIER, the…

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From Friday to Saturday, 3,139 new infections were reported in Austria. That’s another increase in the numbers. Yesterday, there were 2,702. Since the pandemic began, there have been 574,755 positive test results in Austria. As of today, 9,662 people across Austria have died as a result of the Corona virus and 532,539 have recovered. Currently, 2,359 people are in hospital care due to the corona virus, 586 of whom are in intensive care units. Two million mark in corona vaccinations brokenBut there is also positive news: A new vaccination record…

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From Thursday to Friday, 2,702 new infections have now been reported. Currently, 2,394 people are receiving hospital care for Corona virus. Of these, 580 are being cared for in intensive care units. The previous peak was reached on November 25, 2020, when Austria was already in its second hard lockdown with 709 intensive care patients. In total, there are 32,801 active cases. Highest level for testsFrom Thursday to Friday, 76,482 PCR tests were performed – more than ever before. The percentage of positive tests was 3.53 percent. Strongest vaccination day…

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The Traffic Light Commission expects the situation at intensive care units in the eastern region to remain tense. The panel issued a corresponding assessment after its meeting yesterday. Upper Austria is also advised to take appropriate precautions. In Vorarlberg, the commission recommends a continuous evaluation of the opening steps there. Nowhere the infected rate rises at present more highly than there. On the traffic light all federal states are red. In the risk assessment of the commission, it is said that forecast calculations show a constant utilization of intensive care…

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Corona infections rose above 3,000 daily cases for the first time in days. As of Thursday, authorities report 2,906 new infections, 40 deaths. With 3,101 new infections nationwide, daily new infections shot above the 3,000 mark Wednesday for the first time since Easter. More than a third of those were counted in Vienna, with 1,130 cases. Well over 2,400 people also had to be treated in normal wards and 581 in intensive care units at hospitals. Numbers that are worrying in the face of a hard Easter lockdown in the…

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Relaxations are not yet expected in the second half of April. Austrian Press answers some of the important questions regarding the lockdown in Vienna, Burgenland and Lower Austria. As announced on Tuesday, the east of Austria – Vienna, Lower Austria and Burgenland – will at least remain in lockdown until the end of next week, along with general exit restrictions. But what happens then – from Monday, April 19? Only the Medical Association gave a clear answer to date: President Thomas Szekeres on Wednesday urgently demanded a “lockdown for all…

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A new free coronavirus test lane is now available in the shopping center WIEN Mitte The Mall in Wien-Landstraße. On the 2nd floor of the shopping center in Wien-Mitte, private individuals and also companies can take advantage of the offer of free Covid-19(“nasal drill test” and throat swab) antigen rapid tests are available to individuals and companies. Coronavirus test lane opened in Wien Mitte The MallFor those on short notice, testing is also available without registration (e-card and photo ID required). Appointments can be made by calling the toll-free number…

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Since yesterday, there have been a total of 3,101 new corona virus infections in Austria. The situation in hospitals remains tense, especially in eastern Austria. Situation in the provincesTo date, there have been 566,008 positive test results in Austria. As of today (April 7, 2021, 9:30 a.m.), 9,546 people across Austria have died as a result of coronavirus and 522,774 have recovered. Currently, 2,455 people are undergoing hospitalization for coronavirus. Of these, 581 are being cared for in intensive care units. The new infections in the provinces since yesterday’s announcement:…

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As announced by the Federal Government from today’s press conference, chancellor Sebastian Kurz announced that with the planned vaccination progress, there should then be clear opening steps at the beginning of May, which are already in preparation, Kurz said. Culture, sports, tourism and gastronomy may open up in May. In order to prepare these, a commission is to be established. The social partners are to be represented in this commission, as well as the association of cities and municipalities, the chairman of the provincial governors’ conference and representatives of the…

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