Exponential Increase of Omicron In Brno, But Most Are Asymptomatic
According to the Department of Clinical Microbiology and Immunology at Brno University Hospital (FN Brno), the proportion of the SARS-CoV-2 omicron variant among Covid-19 cases in Brno is increasing continuously.…
Covid Testing Required Twice A Week In Companies; Mandatory Quarantine Period Shortened
The Ministry of Health has amended the anti-epidemic measures aimed at minimizing the risk of coronavirus transmission in the population, in response to the rapid spread of omicron. Starting from…
In Brief: Over-30s Eligible For Third Dose of Covid-19 Vaccine
From December 27th, anyone over the age of 30 who received their second dose at least 5 months ago is now eligible for a third “booster” dose. Until now, the…
Outgoing Czech Government Mandates Vaccines For Over-60s
The vaccine mandate will apply to those over the age of 60, but the incoming government has expressed disagreement with the rule and intends to modify it. Credit: KK /…
City of Brno Approves Financial Assistance For Cultural Enterprises Affected By Pandemic
Cultural enterprises have been among the hardest hit by the pandemic. The Brno City Assembly has therefore approved a CZK million package of financial assistance for 2021 and 2022, on…
Czech Shopping Malls and Retailers Offer Over 30 Locations For Vaccination Against Covid-19
The first walk-in vaccination center opened in the Westfield Chodov shopping center in Prague in early July, and there has been a great deal of interest in vaccinations since day…
In Brief: New ICU Ward For Covid-19 Patients Filled In One Day
According to the Brno University Hospital (FN Brno), a newly-opened ICU ward for Covid-19 patients was filled within a day. Credit: JMK. Brno, Dec 2 (BD) - FN Brno opened a…
In Brief: Chief Hygienist Svrčinová Tests Positive for Covid-19
Chief Hygienist Pavla Svrčinová has tested positive for coronavirus, as reported by Czech media outlets this morning. Photo: Czech Rep, Nov 29 (BD) - Svrčinová is one of several high-ranked…
In Brief: Czech Health Minister Tests Positive for Covid-19
On Sunday morning, Czech Health Minister Adam Vojtech announced that he had tested positive for Covid-19. His condition is mild and he will continue working from home. He made the…
In Brief: Covid-19 Stops Christmas Markets, But Rohlik.cz Steps In To Help Traders
On Friday morning, online delivery company offered to help small and medium-sized producers continue trading, after the disputed closure of the Christmas markets. Credit: KK / BD. Czech Rep, Nov…