Norway lifts protective measures completely

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Despite rising coronavirus infection numbers linked to the spread of the Omicron variant, Norway has also lifted its last pandemic protective measures. At a press conference today, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store said both standoff rules and mandatory masks in crowded rooms have ended. “Now we can go out among people as before, in nightlife, cultural events or other social occasions,” Gahr Store said. Even on the “way to work in buses, trains, and ferries,” no special rules apply anymore. Anyone who tests positive for the coronavirus in Norway no…

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CT value: viral load oscillates after infection

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When people who have recovered from CoV test negative again and the CT value is above 30, they are healthy again. But for some, it happens that the test is positive again after days or even weeks. The reason: fluctuating viral load after infection. According to virologist Monika Redlberger-Fritz, the virus is excreted very slowly in those affected. For some, there are even weeks or months between tests. “It’s also called a ‘blip,’ where that can happen again, that this sample becomes positive again. That’s why all these screening tests…

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Over 30,000 new infections in Austria on Saturday

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From Friday to Saturday, more than 30,000 new infections were reported. Specifically, 31,128 new infections were registered in Austria in the past 24 hours. This is just below the average of the past seven days of 31,587 Currently, 337,544 people in Austria are actively infected with the coronavirus. The seven-day incidence is 2,484.07. In the past 24 hours, 521,335 new PCR tests were performed. This results in a positive rate of 7.06 percent. There are also 23 new deaths associated with Covid-19 infection to report. Thus, the pandemic has claimed…

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2G rule in trade is over – FFP2 mask is enough, more relaxations to follow next week

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Today, Saturday, the 2G rule is no longer in effect in retail stores, and the FFP2 mask requirement still applies. The same applies to museums, art halls, libraries, etc. For body-related service providers, the law requires 3G and FFP2 masks. Night catering is still not possible. The closing time remains at 24 o’clock. Events without assigned seating over 50 people are only allowed if there is a ban on consumption, and the FFP2 mask is worn at all times. These new Corona rules apply as of todayAs of today, there…

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New Corona ordinance is here

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On Saturday, the 2G obligation in commerce will cease to apply. The corresponding regulation was published on Friday.On Saturday, the 2G duty in trade will be canceled. The corresponding regulation was published on Friday. Friday afternoon, the Ministry of Health published the regulation on the first Corona relaxations on Saturday, February 5. 2G rule falls in FebruaryAccordingly, the 2G obligation will fall away in retail. Then only FFP2 masks must be worn. The same applies to cultural institutions such as museums, art halls, and libraries. For services close to the…

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Novavax reported to be 82 percent effective in adolescents

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U.S. vaccine manufacturer Novavax says it has successfully tested its Corona vaccine in adolescents between 12 and 17. The drug’s efficacy was 82 percent, according to the results of a Phase 3 study, the manufacturer announced on Friday. Study in adolescents on Novavax vaccine submittedThe study involved about 2,247 adolescents between the ages of 12 and 17 in the U.S. – but when the delta variant of the virus was still prevalent, not the omicron variant. The vaccination was well tolerated, they said. Novavax said it would seek approval for…

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Government announces further opening steps in the midst of omicron wave

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Only on Tuesday did the government announce further opening steps amid the omicron wave, and already the next ones are imminent. With February 19 could fall, for instance, the midnight curfew. Details want to determine the federal government on Wednesday in consultations with the state governors and experts. In addition to Chancellor Karl Nehammer (ÖVP), Vice-Chancellor Werner Kogler, and Health Minister Wolfgang Mückstein (both Greens), all other responsible members of the government, the provincial governors, and representatives of the General Government Crisis Coordination (GECKO) will participate in the consultations. The…

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Friday: 32,712 new infections in Austria

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After Omicron had catapulted the number of new infections to unprecedented heights recently, relief is slowly emerging. From Thursday to Friday, 32,712 new infections were reported in Austria – a decrease of 2,538 compared to the previous day. This is above the average of the past seven days of 31,748; a week ago, the number of daily new infections was 36,329. The number of active cases also decreased by 1,933 to 340,181 affected persons. In the past 24 hours, 373,202 new PCR tests were performed. This translates to a positive…

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What helps with mild corona symptoms?

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Numerous contagions: We explain what you can do about mild Corona symptoms. And even though the courses are much more often mild than earlier virus variants, they do not run without symptoms. In addition, those infected and sitting in domestic isolation can develop anxiety. What does this cough mean now? Is it harder for me to breathe than usual? In addition, the question arises: Will symptoms such as a cold, sore throat, or fever be helped by the same remedies that I usually rely on for a flu-like infection? General…

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