COVID Essentials

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 everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Austria this week – updated regularly.

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 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.

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 Austrian Education Ministry's new plan hopes to guarantee a low-risk return to classrooms this fall.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

Although there’s a very small risk of severe allergic reactions to the mRNA vaccine, it should not prevent most people – even with other allergies – from being vaccinated.

With the start of the pandemic, the Donau University in Krems began researching the impacts of the crisis on the moods and well-being of Austrians, with one in five affected.

There are many possibilities to get tested for the coronavirus in Vienna. The city offers free rapid antigen and PCR tests, pharmacies and labs offer paid tests.

The latest coronavirus vaccine interim reports are promising, and if enough people participate, it could mean a return to normal life.

Graphics show how important wearing masks, regular ventilation and reducing contacts is to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

With cases skyrocketing again in Europe, it is time to remember the advice a public health expert gave us in April: The virus is unforgiving to unwise choices.