Category: General Interest

According to a study, infection with the first omicron variant BA.1 may not protect against reinfection with later variants of this strand. As Chinese scientists have reported in the journal Nature, booster vaccines based on BA.1 – such as those being developed by Pfizer/BioNTech – “may therefore not provide broad protection against new omicron variants,” they say, citing laboratory experiments. Omicron vaccine: EU medicines agency reviews Biontech vaccineResearchers not involved in the study commented that vaccinations are likely to continue to protect against severe courses and should be given. “When…

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Temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius get to even the hardiest. But no one has to endure. These tips will help you get through the heat better. Taking a cold shower only refreshes you for a short time. Because the cold causes the vessels to contract, and the body is less able to transport the heat away. A lukewarm shower, however, dilates the ships, the pores open up, and the heat can escape. Nobody should go to bed hungry. But for a good night’s sleep, carbohydrate-rich and especially fatty foods should…

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Corona vaccines from manufacturers Biontech/Pfizer and Moderna are now approved in the U.S. for children between six months and five years of age. The manufacturers reported Friday that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had granted them emergency approvals for this age group. Earlier, an FDA advisory panel had voted unanimously in favor after hours of discussion. This means that vaccinations against the coronavirus in this age group could start soon in the USA. The U.S. government had said a few days ago that it was expected to begin…

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Italy will maintain the mandatory wearing of masks on public transport until the end of September, while the requirement will be dropped on board airplanes, the government in Rome announced. In doing so, Italy is aligning with other EU countries. In hospitals and nursing homes, people will still have to wear a face mask, said State Health Secretary Pierpaolo Sileri in Rome. The mouthguard requirement will not be extended in cinemas, theaters, or indoor sporting events. With this, Italy will abolish almost all restrictions related to the Corona pandemic. Mandatory…

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The EMA announced Friday in Amsterdam that the vaccine is designed to better protect against infection with the virus and its Omicron variant coronavirus. Experts will first review data from laboratory studies and compositional, manufacturing, and control data. EMA to review pharma company Moderna’s Omicron vaccineThe U.S. company presented preliminary efficacy data on its adapted Corona vaccine on June 8. The 437 subjects who received the new preparation as a second booster had significantly more neutralizing antibodies after one month than after booster vaccination with the conventional practice, particularly against…

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The first heat weekend of the year with temperatures above 30 degrees is just around the corner. The Red Cross gives tips for the hot days and, at the same time, warns against the “death trap car” for children and animals. Vienna weather in detailThe Central Institute for Meteorology and Geodynamics (ZAMG) announces at least until the middle of the week, partly clearly over 30 degrees. Emergency organizations such as the Red Cross are warning people to be careful in dealing with the heat and to beware of the “car…

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According to the Central Institute for Meteorology and Geodynamics (ZAMG), midsummer heat is expected in Austria over the next few days. Friday: The sun will often shine with scattered spring clouds, and the tendency for showers will remain low in most cases. High-ranging spring clouds are most likely to develop around midday around the eastern edge of the Alps. Individual shower cells are possible there. The wind will blow moderately to briskly from west to north in the mountains and the eastern parts of the country. Otherwise, it will remain…

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As a further measure against inflation, all Klimaticket users will receive a free month starting in July. The action applies to new customers and a renewal of the Öffi-Karte. “Especially in times of high fuel prices, the Öffis is a climate-friendly and cost-saving alternative,” released Climate Protection Minister Leonore Gewessler (Greens). Anyone who buys an Austria-wide climate ticket from the beginning of July to the end of December 2022 can use it for 13 months instead of twelve at no additional cost. For those who already have an Austria-wide climate…

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For the coming weekend, ZAMG announces a heat wave with highs up to 35 degrees in Austria. The Central Institute for Meteorology and Geodynamics (ZAMG) has announced a heat wave in Austria for the coming weekend, which is expected to last at least until the beginning of the coming weeks. Thus, there is midsummer weather with lots of sunshine, isolated heat thunderstorms, and temperatures around 30 degrees. In the west of Austria, even up to 35 are possible, especially on Sunday. Austria expects a heat wave with highs up to…

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