Coronavirus

The new SARS-CoV-2 variant is spreading like wildfire and causing record-breaking numbers of COVID-19 cases. EXPLAINER

Many people ask me whether they should intentionally get COVID-19’s Omicron variant and just get it over with. Their reasoning - it’s spreading like ...

February 6, 2022 Here is my COVID-19 update again. Worldwide, we are currently at about 394 million official SARS-CoV-2 infections and 5,753,000 o...

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Austria this week – updated regularly.

Metropole brings you regular COVID-19 update from Prof. Dr. Florian Krammer, an Austrian virologist who works and teaches at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Austria this week – updated regularly.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Austria this week – updated regularly.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Austria this week – updated regularly.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Austria this week – updated regularly.

Wave after wave of COVID-19, and we’re still unable to defend against widespread community infection, even worse with the new omicron variant. May...

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in from December 13-22, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of December 6-12, 2021.

Right-wing Freedom Party Dagmar Belakowitsch caused outrage by claiming that hospitals are filled with people with vaccination "damage".

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of November 29 to December 5, 2021.

Omicron is officially in Austria. With vaccine protection and virulence unconfirmed, PCR tests are being upgraded to help track the spread.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of November 22-28, 2021.

Planning a trip to Austria for the holiday season? While borders are still open during the nationwide lockdown and travel from most countries is possible, tourism is effectively closed under current regulations.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of November 15-21 2021.

Austria announced a nationwide lockdown starting Monday, as well as the introduction of mandatory vaccines from 2022.

With record-breaking numbers of new cases, it’s time for everyone to get their first, second and third jabs.

On Sunday, Metropole brings you a COVID-19 update from Prof. Dr. Florian Krammer, an Austrian virologist who works and teaches at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of November 8-14 2021.

A country-wide lockdown for unvaccinated people will go into effect at midnight - and other updates.

As of November 8, only those vaccinated or recovered can enter many venues in Austria. Here’s how the “2-G” rule works.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of November 1-7, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of October 25-31, 2021.

The anti-vaccine party entered the Upper Austrian assembly during the regional elections in September and now plans to run nationwide.

Starting on November 1, the “3 -G rule” will apply at Austrian workplaces. That means workers need to be vaccinated, recovered, or tested.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of October 18-24, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of October 4-10, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of September 27 – October 3, 2021.

Doctors have discovered that COVID patients are more susceptible to infection with mucurmycetes molds. The infection is still rare in Europe, but on the rise and dangerous.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of September 20-26, 2021.

More than a year after the Ischgl outbreak the first lawsuit was brought before the civil court last Friday. The widow and son of a 72-year-old jo...

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of September 13-19, 2021.

With cases numbers rising and vaccination numbers stalling, the City of Vienna has introduced new measures to contain the spread of COVID-19.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of September 6-12, 2021.

Almost two thirds of Austrians are vaccinated, but the coronavirus is now spreading fast among the unvaccinated. The government has now presented their plan for the fall.

As students return to school across Austria, new rules aim to keep them safe. Here’s all you need to know about the coronavirus rules and what other innovations await pupils

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of August 30 to September 5, 2021.

Responding to stagnating vaccination rates, the Austrian head of state posted a personal video message asking everyone to “be part of the solution.”

In Vienna, there are several places where you can get vaccinated in Vienna without an appointment. We show you when, where and how.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of August 23-29, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of August 16-22, 2021.

The government is once again tightening coronavirus measures after the relative summer calm, bracing the country for a potential fourth wave after the number of Covid-19 infections nears 1,000 new cases per day.

Deciding to vaccinate the under-12s means weighing the risks of vaccination for some, against the probably greater risks of infection.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of August 9-15, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of August 2-8, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of July 19-25, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of July 19-25, 2021.

Nightclubs will have tougher entrance restrictions, Vienna offers walk-in vaccinations. Starting on August 15, full immunization will be required for getting the “green pass.”

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of July 12-18, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of June 5-11, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of June 28 – July 4, 2021.

To end the COVID-19 pandemic once and for all, we need long-lived protection.

As the weather gets warmer, restrictions are continuing to soften. Soon we will be able to enjoy summer in Vienna as we know it – night clubs are reopening, weddings and big events will be unrestricted.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of June 21-27, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of June 14-20, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of June 6-13, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of May 31 to June 6, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of May 24-30, 2021.

The Austrian government ended quarantine requirements for several countries on May 19. But entry from many others remain restricted – especially those affected by COVID-19 variants.

Austria’s lockdown was lifted on May 19, but there are still measures in place to contain COVID-19. Here’s how it works.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of May 17-23, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of May 10-16, 2021.

Hailed as a ticket back to normal life, the certificate will provide access to culture, gastronomy and sporting facilities. Here’s an overview.

As vaccination rates pick up, a new initiative pushes for a more equal rollout.

All you need to know about Austria’s vaccination plan – where to register, what to expect and current vaccination numbers.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of May 3-9, 2021.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of April 26 to May 2, 2021.

Just three months on from January’s low point, the European Union’s vaccination effort has rebounded, predicting 70% of adults protected by mid July.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of April 19 to April 25, 2021.

Schools will resume in-person instruction on May 17. Starting on May 19, restaurants and hotels can reopen, culture and sports events can take place again – for those who are tested or vaccinated. Here are all the details

After 15 months leading Austria’s response to the pandemic, the widely respected leader stepped down on April 13.

With rising case numbers, intensive care beds in the eastern states are filling fast. A strict “cooling-down” is meant to bring this under control.

Public life has been halted once again by strict lockdown. But as numbers continue high, many question if the measures are really working.

In a rare show of unity, the Austrian Economic Chambers and Trade Union Federation call the latest anti-COVID measures “not feasible” in a joint statement.

A major rollout initiated by the city government and the Wirtschaftskammer should ensure everyone can conduct PCR-tests from home

Antibodies produced after a coronavirus infection offer some protection against future illness, but extra protection never hurts.

Even without the usual symptoms like loss of smell, shortness of breath, and chest pain, you or your child could have something called “COVID toe."

Strains from the UK, South Africa, and Brazil are worrisome, but there's no need to panic, as long as we follow the general measures to reduce spreading of the virus.

For the next opening steps, Vorarlberg will be a test region. Team sports for the young are to resume on March 15, other countrywide opening steps are envisioned for March 27.

Animals are not the problem: Although this all began with a bat in a live wet market, coronaviruses rarely jump between species. And if so, it’s mostly from us to them.

The global pandemic doesn’t just affect your physical health; solitude also poses a threat to a generation in isolation.

Concerns over virus mutations have led Germany to close its frontier to Tyrol, setting off traffic jams on the streets and brawls among top officials. Even Brussels has chimed in.

The Austrian vaccination program for SARS-CoV-2 is slowly but surely underway, but approximately one third would currently refuse inoculation.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened concerning COVID-19 in Austria in the week from Feb. 7-14.

As inoculation continues, Austrians are increasingly receptive, while in Czechia and our CEE neighbors, high COVID infection rates are often accompanied by skepticism and widespread disinformation.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of Feb. 1-7, 2021.

The country plans to reopen schools, shops, museums and services on February 8 – with stricter rules, regular testing and mandatory FFP2 masks.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of Jan. 25-31, 2021.

With the EU set to receive tens of millions fewer doses than promised, the newest delay is a huge blow to the bloc’s immunization plan.

With schools in distance learning until February and cultural institutions closed perhaps through March, the government is stepping up support measures.

After extending the current lockdown until at least Feb. 7, the government promised additional support for businesses and workers.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of Jan. 18-24, 2021.

Expectant women are particularly vulnerable to developing more severe cases of COVID-19. But it’s not all bad news.

Since mid-December, Trade, Travel and Post between Austria and United Kingdom have all been disrupted.

What remains of public trust in the state is vanishing rapidly as the coronavirus roars back into the region.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of Jan. 11-17, 2021.

Since January 15, travelers to Austria have to register online and self-quarantine. Find here all the rules, exceptions and forms you need.