Covid 19

The new strain, called XEC, has already caused the largest wave of cases in the U.S. in two years and is just starting in Europe. No cases have been recorded yet in Greece.

Scientists anticipate the current wave to last until the end of July, and another one to arrive in late August to early September

The recent surge in cases is due to waning immunity and the rise of the new FLiRT variants

The pharmaceutical company admitted the vaccine causes side effects

Nevertheless, the Economic Sentiment Indicator, reflecting public perception of the economy, has turned positive after the pandemic-induced downturn from March 2020 to April 2021, this positive shift has stabilized consumption, with retail trade gaining momentum since May 2022.

Regarding the government's initiative to commence afternoon surgeries at public hospitals for a fee, Dr. Matina Pagoni said the measure aims to reduce the waiting list for routine surgeries

The team is now focused on developing innovative vaccines leveraging these potent T cells to protect against SARS-CoV-2 and potential pandemic coronaviruses

Hospital admissions this week have seen a 15% increase. Remarkably, only 2% of deaths since September were among vaccinated individuals.

The minister also announced that a legislative initiative for the cancellation of fines imposed on the elderly during the pandemic will be promptly submitted

In the most recent epidemiological report from the National Public Health Organization (EODY), counts 1,818 patients with Covid-19 in hospitals

The warning and recommendations come amid a spike of Covid-19 infections and flu outbreak in the country.

To mitigate the risk of respiratory infections in the school setting, EODY has released a set of guidelines recommending adherence to basic measures by teachers, students, and staff.

In a weekly report the national public health organization said Covid-19-related hospitalizations increased by 44% up until the last day of December

"During the Christmas period, we were seeing around 5,800 daily cases of the coronavirus. Presently, we have hit the peak, with an anticipated surge to about 8,800 cases."

Health experts advised people to use protective masks in all indoors areas and to avoid crowds

Surge of Covid-19 expected to peak end of January, Gikas Magiorkinis said