Viruses and bacteria: What’s the difference?

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When you’re sick, your body is infected. But with what? With a virus or with bacteria? To understand what it is, here’s how you can tell the difference between the two. Bacteria and viruses? Both the same, both harmful? Far from it. Although they all belong to the large family of microbes, are tiny, and are often confused, they differ significantly in their form and the diseases they can cause. In the event of an infection or several infections, it is important to know the cause. So, to make sure…

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How warning labels and pictures influence purchasing behavior

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According to a recent study, warning labels and, in particular, shock images on sweets influence purchasing behavior: They can persuade people to buy fewer sugary products or even avoid them altogether. According to the study published in the specialist journal “BMC Public Health,” shocking images, similar to those on cigarette packs, are the most effective. Study participants confronted with this were less willing to buy sweets. Short-term health problemsAccording to the University of Göttingen, in an online survey, 1,040 people provided information on how they perceive different types of warnings…

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Vienna launches information campaign for stateless people

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The Vienna Municipal Department 35 now informs stateless people on its website about the requirements for citizenship. Vienna has launched an information campaign for stateless people. The department responsible for immigration and citizenship (MA 35) now explains what is necessary to obtain Austrian citizenship on its website. The federal government has recently created a simplified option for stateless persons born in Austria. Office of Vienna City Councillor Wiederkehr: authority explains rulesAccording to the office of the responsible city councillor, Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS), the current rules are being explained by the…

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Warning about “Authority Frauds” | Financial scams in the name of authorities: Beware of this scam

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An email from the police, a letter from the administrative court, a letter from the National Bank, a supervisory authority, or the tax authorities—all of them are fake. Fraudulent letters purporting to be from the authorities are not a new phenomenon but one that is constantly growing. The Financial Market Authority, in whose name such fraud attempts have also been repeatedly launched, has just recently stated in its new report: “The most common scam in 2023 was “authority fraud” (or “authority scam,” note), at 44%. Fraudsters pretend to be employees…

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The end of cell phone parking – what’s changing for you now

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After more than 20 years, cell phone parking is being replaced by the European market leader, EasyPark. For over 20 years, parking fees have been paid by app or text message via cell phone parking in this country. But from April, the European market leader for digital parking will take over EasyPark. What’s changing now, and why will everything stay the same in Vienna. EasyPark has been available in around 120 Austrian municipalities since the beginning of the year, including all major cities and tourist regions. The app is designed…

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Experts Express Serious Concern About New JN.1-COVID Variant

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The world is facing a new challenge in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic with the emergence of JN.1, a variant that has quickly attracted the attention of health experts worldwide. This variant, which has emerged from the Omikron lineage, marks a significant change in the behavior and spread of the virus. Serious concerns raisedHaving spread to some 41 countries, JN.1 was first discovered in Luxembourg and has since rapidly expanded its sphere of influence. The World Health Organization has recognized the rapid spread of the variant by classifying it as a…

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The new week will be bitterly cold and sunny

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As the Christmas holidays end here in Austria, the weather is set to become increasingly sunny but bitterly cold in the coming week. Weather ViennaAt the start of the new week, it will still be cloudy and snowy in some areas. According to the forecast by Geosphere Austria (formerly ZAMG), the weather will gradually clear up a little. The sun will be visible sometimes, especially in the west and southwest. The danger of snow driftsThe wind will be weak to moderate on Monday, brisk to strong, and icy cold from…

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Beware! Another scam by fake police officers in Vienna

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In Vienna-Neubau, a 75-year-old woman has fallen victim to a scam involving a fake police officer. The Vienna police are once again issuing an urgent warning against such scams. A woman aged 75 received a call from a supposed bank advisor claiming that someone had tried to withdraw money from her account the day before. For this reason, a criminal investigator would come to her home to secure evidence. A fake police officer relieved 75-year-old woman of money and valuablesShortly afterwards, the woman was contacted by a supposed police officer,…

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The search for ENFID-Austria Tala ng Austria 2024 is on!!!

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ENFiD-Austria –  European Network of Filipino Diaspora Austria – is looking for talented Filipino singers (or with Filipino heritage), 18 years and above and stage presence/star quality who will represent Austria in the European singing competition – Tala ng Europa – to be held on 31 May 2024. The competition will be held on 9 February 2024, 17 Hours at the UNO City, Vienna, Austria. Interested parties may contact the following persons via Facebook: Cecilia Orola Cech Johmarie Somera Ren Mangaban Zandrine Kocjan Minnie Cruz Langer Dorcas Navarrete-Aigner Nilsa Catoto…

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