FHI: New varieties can cause new waves of infection this autumn
The summer's corona wave is still in a slight decline. The situation is still unpredictable, and this autumn new virus variants may cause new waves, according to FHI.
- The situation is still unpredictable, and we have to count on the epidemic to grow again when the population returns to everyday life after the summer. Beyond the autumn, any new variants with increased spreading ability can cause new waves, writes the Institute of Public Health in its weekly report for weeks 31 and 32.
The health institutions must be prepared for more posts, for outbreaks and major sickness absence, for example.
The municipalities offer a refresher dose to nursing home residents and anyone aged 65 or over. More groups may become relevant soon, they write. Read More…