‘None of us want this’: Sydney lockdown extended again
3 years, 8 months ago

‘None of us want this’: Sydney lockdown extended again

Al Jazeera  

NSW state premier says restrictions need to remain in place until at least July 30 after 97 new local cases confirmed. New South Wales state Premier Gladys Berejiklian said on Wednesday that the curbs would need to remain in place until at least July 30 after she announced 97 new locally transmitted cases, a slight increase from a day earlier. Berejiklian has repeatedly said that the lockdown, in place since June 26, will only be lifted when the number of newly reported cases circulating in the community while infectious came close to zero. “Yes it is less likely to lead to hospitalisations in younger age groups but it still can be a serious illness admission to ICU so it’s important to keep ourselves and loved ones safe so please follow the public health advice,” New South Wales Chief Health Officer Kerry Chant said.

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NSW Health review of COVID vaccine requirements could see two-dose rule dropped for healthcare workers
1 year ago

NSW Health review of COVID vaccine requirements could see two-dose rule dropped for healthcare workers

ABC  

In short: The NSW government is considering waiving a two-dose minimum COVID vaccine requirement for healthcare workers. The NSW government is considering waiving a two-dose minimum COVID vaccine requirement for healthcare workers. Review supported AMA NSW president Michael Bonning said "as evidence continues to be evaluated" about COVID vaccines, requirements may become outdated. President of the Australian Medical Association's NSW …

Australia's Covid-19 hospitalizations hit record high | Top global Covid updates
2 years, 8 months ago

Australia's Covid-19 hospitalizations hit record high | Top global Covid updates

Hindustan Times  

The global Covid tally is nearing 567 million, with around 6,376,503 deaths. The World Health Organization in its latest update said that cases increased in Europe, Americas, Western Pacific, South East Asia, while there was a drop in Eastern Mediterranean and Africa. However, the figures reported to the United Nations health body did not include data from Australia where Australians …

COVID-19 cases in Queensland hospitals likely to pass 1,000, CHO says, as isolation rules change
2 years, 8 months ago

COVID-19 cases in Queensland hospitals likely to pass 1,000, CHO says, as isolation rules change

ABC  

The number of people hospitalised with COVID-19 in Queensland is likely to exceed 1,000 in coming weeks, the highest number of the pandemic so far, health authorities say. Key points: More than 2,300 Queensland health staff are off work due to COVID-19 Isolation rules around the COVID reinfection period cut from 12 weeks to four weeks Queensland CHO John Gerrard …

Queensland scraps more COVID-19 restrictions despite third wave of infections
2 years, 8 months ago

Queensland scraps more COVID-19 restrictions despite third wave of infections

ABC  

Many of Queensland's remaining COVID-19 restrictions have eased from today despite health authorities confirming the state is experiencing a third wave of new cases of the virus. Unless required by their employer, vaccinations will no longer be mandatory for workers in high-risk settings, such as early childhood centres, schools, outside school care, correctional facilities, and airports. A vaccine mandate remains …

COVID-19 vaccine mandates axed for most WA workers as businesses pick up the pieces
2 years, 9 months ago

COVID-19 vaccine mandates axed for most WA workers as businesses pick up the pieces

ABC  

Less than six months after WA's workplace vaccine mandates started applying to her business, Loren McMath is in two minds over their removal today. According to WA's Chief Health Officer Andy Robertson, that meant there was "little additional benefit to continuing to apply a vaccination mandate beyond a few workforces". "The workforce vaccination mandates have undoubtedly made a significant contribution …

WA's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination rules set to stay as experts see no reason to change
2 years, 9 months ago

WA's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination rules set to stay as experts see no reason to change

ABC  

Throughout the ebb and flow of WA's various COVID restrictions, one rule has remained steady for months now — workplace vaccination requirements. Key points: Most WA workers need to have been triple-dose vaccinated from today Most WA workers need to have been triple-dose vaccinated from today Experts agree the workplace mandate should remain for now Experts agree the workplace mandate …

Western Australia's COVID-19 cases in hospital surge past 300 amid calls for restrictions to be reintroduced
2 years, 10 months ago

Western Australia's COVID-19 cases in hospital surge past 300 amid calls for restrictions to be reintroduced

ABC  

Peak medical groups have renewed their calls for the West Australian government to reinstate public health measures, warning of a "system collapse" from the state's current trajectory of COVID-19 hospitalisations. Key points: Western Australia's number of COVID-19 hospital cases remains manageable, according to the Health Minister Western Australia's number of COVID-19 hospital cases remains manageable, according to the Health Minister …

Long COVID clinics established to manage chronic symptoms weeks after infection
2 years, 10 months ago

Long COVID clinics established to manage chronic symptoms weeks after infection

ABC  

South Australia's health system will expand its capacity to tackle a growing number of long COVID cases, with dedicated clinics established to treat what is now being described by some as a "pandemic" in its own right. Key points: Patients with long COVID can attend clinics at four Adelaide hospitals An infectious diseases expert says he has seen "very fit" …

South Australia records highest number of daily COVID cases
2 years, 11 months ago

South Australia records highest number of daily COVID cases

ABC  

South Australia has recorded 5,784 new COVID-19 cases today, the state's highest daily total during the pandemic. Chief Public Health Officer Professor Nicola Spurrier told ABC Radio Adelaide this morning that the the state had "probably" reached the peak of its Omicron wave, but it was too early to tell. Professor Spurrier said authorities were working on "dual testing" for …

Queensland's growing COVID-19 outbreak of BA.2 Omicron sub-variant puts health system under pressure
2 years, 11 months ago

Queensland's growing COVID-19 outbreak of BA.2 Omicron sub-variant puts health system under pressure

ABC  

The number of hospital and ambulance workers unable to work due to COVID-19 has more than doubled in the past 10 days as the Health Minister foreshadows another suspension on some elective surgeries. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 …

Restrictions will ease on Thursday, but it is still unknown if WA COVID-19 cases have peaked
2 years, 11 months ago

Restrictions will ease on Thursday, but it is still unknown if WA COVID-19 cases have peaked

ABC  

Celestine Sein-Win cannot afford to take time off from running his grocery store in the Perth suburb of Bedford. Key points: Businesses are welcoming the easing of level two restrictions Businesses are welcoming the easing of level two restrictions CHO Andy Robertson warned against lifting them too early CHO Andy Robertson warned against lifting them too early The WA government …

More than 7,000 new COVID cases and four deaths reported in Western Australia
3 years ago

More than 7,000 new COVID cases and four deaths reported in Western Australia

ABC  

Western Australia has reported 7,197 new COVID-19 cases and four deaths — three of which were historical. Key points: The number of new cases in WA has been steady in recent days The number of new cases in WA has been steady in recent days More than 200 people are in hospital with COVID, with 10 in ICU More than …

WA COVID restrictions to ease next week as seven deaths and 8,616 new cases recorded
3 years ago

WA COVID restrictions to ease next week as seven deaths and 8,616 new cases recorded

ABC  

Most of WA's level 2 COVID restrictions are set to be eased from next Thursday, Premier Mark McGowan has announced, as the state's COVID death toll rose to its highest ever level and seven more deaths were recorded. Key points: Seven deaths were reported to WA Health yesterday Seven deaths were reported to WA Health yesterday Six were historical deaths …

Three new COVID-19 deaths in South Australia but no change to mask rules as vaccine mandate case delayed
3 years ago

Three new COVID-19 deaths in South Australia but no change to mask rules as vaccine mandate case delayed

ABC  

Two men and a woman with COVID-19 have died in South Australia, while 2,380 new cases have been reported. Key points: Almost 2,400 new COVID-19 cases have been reported in South Australia Masks will stay compulsory in indoor public places A court case against vaccine mandates will go to trial next week SA Health said those who died were a …

SA Police drop COVID-19 vaccine mandate as state records 2,047 new cases and two COVID-related deaths
3 years ago

SA Police drop COVID-19 vaccine mandate as state records 2,047 new cases and two COVID-related deaths

ABC  

The South Australian police force will abandon its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for officers from Monday, as the state records 2,047 new cases and two COVID-related deaths. Key points: SA records 2,047 new cases and two COVID-related deaths The COVID-19 vaccination mandate for police officers will end on Monday Unvaccinated officers will need to take a rapid antigen test at the …

Australia ends travel ban for fully vaccinated visitors
3 years ago

Australia ends travel ban for fully vaccinated visitors

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. You will need: a copy of your vaccination certificate, including any boosters proof of a negative Covid-19 test in the …

WA records 1,179 new coronavirus cases, mostly detected with RATs, as hospital admissions rise to 16
3 years ago

WA records 1,179 new coronavirus cases, mostly detected with RATs, as hospital admissions rise to 16

ABC  

WA has recorded 1,179 new cases of COVID-19, with the total number of cases recorded in the state since the beginning of the pandemic exceeding 10,000 for the first time. Key points: More infections were picked up with RATs than PCR tests More infections were picked up with RATs than PCR tests Premier Mark McGowan says it's "terrific" that no …

Western Australia records 222 local COVID-19 cases, with two cases in Indigenous community
3 years, 1 month ago

Western Australia records 222 local COVID-19 cases, with two cases in Indigenous community

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded 222 new local cases of COVID-19, including the first of this outbreak in a remote Indigenous community. Key points: Two cases have been confirmed in the remote Mantamaru community Two cases have been confirmed in the remote Mantamaru community The community is in lockdown and close contacts are in isolation The community is in lockdown and …

Australia's last international COVID travel restrictions are lifting. But their legacy for those caught up in them remains
3 years, 1 month ago

Australia's last international COVID travel restrictions are lifting. But their legacy for those caught up in them remains

ABC  

For the first time in almost two years — 704 days — Australia’s borders will reopen to all fully-vaccinated travellers tomorrow. But as Australia's "hermit kingdom" chapter closes, the pain of the past two years is still very fresh. "It's been two years now and they haven't even processed it," she says. "Our daughter didn't want to go to her …

How South Australia might inform Western Australia's border reopening
3 years, 1 month ago

How South Australia might inform Western Australia's border reopening

ABC  

As Western Australians wonder how the state's eventual border reopening might unfold, pundits often draw on the South Australian experience as the state with not only the most comparable population and density, but a COVID-free existence for major parts of the pandemic. "People want to come to South Australia and I think it's happy days for our state going forward," …

Unvaccinated Australians are banned from leaving the country until April 17
3 years, 1 month ago

Unvaccinated Australians are banned from leaving the country until April 17

Daily Mail  

Strict biosecurity laws banning unvaccinated Australians from leaving the country have been extended a further two months until April 17. Biosecurity laws banning unvaccinated Aussies from leaving the country have been extended until April 17, Greg Hunt announced on Friday Travellers near the Overseas Passenger Terminal by the Norwegian Jewel cruise at Circular Quay in Sydney in February 2020 'Whilst …

Queensland records eight COVID-19 deaths and 5,854 new cases as hospitalisations decline
3 years, 1 month ago

Queensland records eight COVID-19 deaths and 5,854 new cases as hospitalisations decline

ABC  

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says the state has recorded eight deaths from COVID-19 and 5,854 new cases were confirmed in the latest reporting period. Key points: The Chief Health Officer says half the Queensland population is expected to have been infected with the virus by the end of the month Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says the mask mandate will be reviewed …

Australia to FINALLY reopen to tourists on February 21, says Scott Morrison
3 years, 1 month ago

Australia to FINALLY reopen to tourists on February 21, says Scott Morrison

Daily Mail  

Australia's borders will finally open to international tourists on February 21 after almost two years of closure to keep out Covid-19. Pictured: A traveller at Sydney Airport Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic was sent home after he entered Australia without being fully vaccinated, meaning he could not play in the Australian Open Mr Morrison said the decision was taken because …

Australia will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers in 2 weeks
3 years, 1 month ago

Australia will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers in 2 weeks

NPR  

Australia will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers in 2 weeks Enlarge this image toggle caption Kelly Defina/Getty Images Kelly Defina/Getty Images Australia will reopen to fully vaccinated travelers beginning Feb. 21, officials announced Monday. Prime Minister Scott Morrison noted at a news conference that Australia has progressively opened its borders through programs with New Zealand, Singapore, Japan and South Korea, …

Australia to open borders to vaccinated tourists on February 21
3 years, 1 month ago

Australia to open borders to vaccinated tourists on February 21

Al Jazeera  

Australia to welcome international travellers back nearly two years after closing its borders. Australia will reopen its borders to fully vaccinated tourists from February 21, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced, ending some of the world’s strictest and longest-running pandemic travel restrictions. “It’s almost two years since we took the decision to close the borders to Australia,” Morrison said during …

Aboriginal Congress calls for 'complete lockdown' of Central Australia. Health Minister Natasha Fyles disagrees
3 years, 2 months ago

Aboriginal Congress calls for 'complete lockdown' of Central Australia. Health Minister Natasha Fyles disagrees

ABC  

Central Australia's peak Aboriginal health body has warned "a Tsunami of COVID cases is coming" to the region and has called for a "complete lockdown" of the area to prevent further spread. Key points: Lockouts are in place in Alice Springs, Amoonguna, Yuendumu and Yuelamu and there is a lockdown in the Utopia Homelands Congress is calling for a seven-day …

WA's COVID-19 border will stay shut indefinitely. What now, and when might the state reopen?
3 years, 2 months ago

WA's COVID-19 border will stay shut indefinitely. What now, and when might the state reopen?

ABC  

Two years into the pandemic, Western Australia once again has been left indefinitely closed off to the rest of the world. Late last year, WA Premier Mark McGowan announced a February 5 reopening to interstate and international travellers, describing that date at the time as "locked in". But in an extraordinary evening press conference barely two weeks from that date, …

Queensland records 11 COVID deaths, 19,932 new cases and date for quarantine-free international travel set
3 years, 2 months ago

Queensland records 11 COVID deaths, 19,932 new cases and date for quarantine-free international travel set

ABC  

Quarantine-free international travel into Queensland will be possible from this weekend for the first time since the spread of COVID-19 prompted the closure of Australia's border almost two years ago. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per cent Latest …

Queensland records six COVID-19 deaths, almost 15,000 new cases as border changes announced
3 years, 2 months ago

Queensland records six COVID-19 deaths, almost 15,000 new cases as border changes announced

ABC  

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced border restrictions on interstate travellers will be removed earlier than planned, on the same day the state recorded its largest number of COVID-19 deaths. Key points: It is the largest number of COVID deaths recorded on a single day in Queensland From 1:00am on Saturday border passes and negative tests will no longer be …

NSW has few COVID-19 restrictions, but Omicron outbreak has sparked a de facto 'lockdown'
3 years, 2 months ago

NSW has few COVID-19 restrictions, but Omicron outbreak has sparked a de facto 'lockdown'

ABC  

It's been described by an expert as a lockdown in NSW without public health orders. NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet on Monday stood by his assessment of the state's health system as being "the best in the world" and in a "very strong position" to deal with the crisis. NSW Ambulance said it had been dealing with "unprecedented demand", with a …

COVID-19 vaccinations for NSW children delayed or cancelled as Sydney clinics hit with delivery issues
3 years, 2 months ago

COVID-19 vaccinations for NSW children delayed or cancelled as Sydney clinics hit with delivery issues

ABC  

Suzannah Nicholson's seven-year-old son, Angus, was due to get his first COVID-19 jab today at their local GP clinic in Glebe in Sydney's inner-west. Key points: Dr Danielle McMullen says vaccinations for 5-11-year-olds will not be completed before school starts Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt says there are three million vaccines available for this age group In the 12-15-year age …

Victorian COVID-19 hospitalisations rise to 818 as state reports 34,808 cases and two deaths
3 years, 2 months ago

Victorian COVID-19 hospitalisations rise to 818 as state reports 34,808 cases and two deaths

ABC  

The Victorian government has announced a raft of changes to tackle the effects of the Omicron outbreak in the state. Key points: Changes including a mandate for a third vaccine dose for some workers will come into effect at 11:59pm Wednesday evening Indoor dancefloors at entertainment and hospitality venues will no longer be allowed, with weddings exempt Close contacts involved …

Victoria records 8,577 new COVID-19 cases, three deaths as hospitalisations rise
3 years, 2 months ago

Victoria records 8,577 new COVID-19 cases, three deaths as hospitalisations rise

ABC  

Victorians are being urged to book in their booster and child vaccinations as soon as possible, in a bid to suppress a wave of hospitalisations as Omicron infections surge to record levels. Key points: Around one in five COVID-19 PCR tests are now returning positive results There are 38,118 active cases of the virus and 718 people have died during …

Queensland records 784 new cases of COVID-19 with more testing capacity expected in next few days
3 years, 3 months ago

Queensland records 784 new cases of COVID-19 with more testing capacity expected in next few days

ABC  

Queensland has recorded 784 new cases of COVID-19 from more than 24,515 tests, with Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk saying testing capacity would be increased to deal with growing demand. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per cent Latest case information …

Queensland records 186 new cases of COVID-19, new mask requirements announced
3 years, 3 months ago

Queensland records 186 new cases of COVID-19, new mask requirements announced

ABC  

Queensland has recorded 186 new cases of COVID-19, the largest number of daily cases since the start of the pandemic. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per cent Latest case information from Queensland Health. "We've had locations across the …

Sydney and Melbourne relaxing isolation rules for fully vaccinated international travelers
3 years, 3 months ago

Sydney and Melbourne relaxing isolation rules for fully vaccinated international travelers

CNN  

CNN — Fully vaccinated international travelers arriving in Sydney and Melbourne will no longer have to quarantine for 72 hours starting Tuesday, December 21, Australian government officials announced Thursday. In a joint statement, the premiers of New South Wales and Victoria said international travelers who are fully vaccinated will instead be required to show proof of a negative result from …

Australia's New South Wales sets daily COVID case record
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia's New South Wales sets daily COVID case record

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The premier of Australia’s most …

COVID-19 restrictions now apply to the unvaccinated in Queensland. Here's what that means
3 years, 3 months ago

COVID-19 restrictions now apply to the unvaccinated in Queensland. Here's what that means

ABC  

Queensland has just effectively become two vastly different places, depending on whether you're fully vaccinated or not. Queensland Health said proof of COVID-19 vaccination or medical exemption includes: A written confirmation of COVID vaccination provided as part of the vaccination process, such as a record of vaccine card; Vaccination information displayed on the Check In Qld app; A COVID-19 digital …

Australia reopens to students, migrants after nearly two-year ban
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia reopens to students, migrants after nearly two-year ban

Al Jazeera  

The emergence of the new Omicron variant had led officials to delay planned reopening on December 1. Australia has reopened borders to vaccinated skilled migrants and foreign students after a nearly two-year ban on their entry, in a bid to boost an economy hit by stop-start COVID-19 lockdowns and restart international travel. The emergence of the new Omicron variant of …

NSW COVID-19 restrictions are changing for vaccinated and unvaccinated people today — this is what you need to know
3 years, 3 months ago

NSW COVID-19 restrictions are changing for vaccinated and unvaccinated people today — this is what you need to know

ABC  

More COVID-19 restrictions in NSW are being eased today, and, for the first time since June, unvaccinated people are being given significant freedoms too. In some other high-risk settings, like superspreader transmission events, NSW Health may specifically order some people who are not household contacts of confirmed cases to isolate for seven days. Across NSW, 94.8 per cent of people …

South Australia on track to further ease COVID-19 restrictions by the end of the year
3 years, 3 months ago

South Australia on track to further ease COVID-19 restrictions by the end of the year

ABC  

South Australia will likely further ease its coronavirus restrictions between Christmas and New Year's Eve, but the emergence of the Omicron strain means the state may not be as free as previously proposed. Key points: South Australia is set to reach a 90 per cent vaccination rate for people 12 and over by the end of the year Restrictions may …

Austria ends lockdown restrictions for vaccinated people
3 years, 3 months ago

Austria ends lockdown restrictions for vaccinated people

Live Mint  

Austria ended lockdown restrictions for vaccinated people across most of the country on Sunday, three weeks after reimposing strict rules to combat a rising wave of coronavirus infections. Chancellor Karl Nehammer last week called the move an “opening with a seatbelt,” giving each of Austria's nine regions the ability to loosen or tighten restrictions based on the local situation. Unvaccinated …

Austria ends lockdown restrictions for vaccinated people
3 years, 3 months ago

Austria ends lockdown restrictions for vaccinated people

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Austria ended lockdown restrictions for …

Austria to end lockdown on Sunday but not for unvaccinated
3 years, 3 months ago

Austria to end lockdown on Sunday but not for unvaccinated

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Austria’s fourth national lockdown of the pandemic will end on Sunday but lockdown restrictions will remain for unvaccinated people, the country’s new chancellor said Wednesday. Chancellor Karl Nehammer said the end of the lockdown will be a “opening with a seatbelt,” meaning some measures — such as an obligation to wear masks on public transportation and inside stores …

Austria to end lockdown from Sunday, keep limits on unvaccinated
3 years, 3 months ago

Austria to end lockdown from Sunday, keep limits on unvaccinated

Live Mint  

Austria will end a nationwide lockdown this weekend for people who’ve been inoculated against Covid-19 or have recovered from the virus, while continuing to limit participation in public life for those who refuse to be vaccinated. The government will meet regional leaders on Wednesday to assess the measures needed to keep the pandemic contained and turn a “tendency of falling …

Queensland reopening and NSW COVID-19 border bubble rules explained
3 years, 3 months ago

Queensland reopening and NSW COVID-19 border bubble rules explained

ABC  

Queensland is bringing forward its much-awaited reopening, dropping border restrictions for all interstate travellers from December 13 — four days earlier than predicted — and opening up movement in the NSW border zone for residents. Freedom of movement in border zone Fully vaccinated border residents will be able to move freely across the border, though they will need a border …

With Queensland about to open its border, COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy is waning — but protests are getting bigger
3 years, 3 months ago

With Queensland about to open its border, COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy is waning — but protests are getting bigger

ABC  

If current daily vaccination rates are a guide, Queensland is about six days away from hitting the Premier's border-opening target of 80 per cent of people aged 16 and over being fully vaccinated. By Friday 77.7 per cent of the Queensland population aged 16 and over were double-vaccinated — 3,195,634 people out of a cohort of 4,112,707. The Melbourne Institute …

Austrian lockdown extended through Dec 11 as planned
3 years, 3 months ago

Austrian lockdown extended through Dec 11 as planned

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Austria’s lockdown has officially been extended until Dec. 11 as planned amid signs that the measures are helping to bring down a sky-high coronavirus infection rate. A parliamentary committee signed off Tuesday on the extension of the country’s fourth national lockdown of the pandemic, which started on Nov. 22, the Austria Press Agency reported. The government imposed lockdown …

Austria begins 20-day national lockdown to fight surging COVID-19 infections
3 years, 4 months ago

Austria begins 20-day national lockdown to fight surging COVID-19 infections

India TV News  

Highlights The measures are expected to last for a maximum of 20 days but will be reevaluated after 10 days Austria hopes to lift the measures on Dec. 13 but may keep a further lockdown on the unvaccinated Christmas markets across central Vienna were packed Sunday with people eager to buy gifts Austria went into a nationwide lockdown early Monday …

Austria to undergo lockdown amid sharp rise in COVID cases; daily deaths triple in recent weeks
3 years, 4 months ago

Austria to undergo lockdown amid sharp rise in COVID cases; daily deaths triple in recent weeks

India TV News  

Austria announced a national lockdown and a plan to mandate vaccinations as coronavirus infections hit a record high Friday, forcing the government to walk back promises that strict shutdowns were a thing of the past. Average daily deaths have tripled in recent weeks — though the number of fatalities reported over the past week remains well below the high of …

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