The European Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (ECDC) and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) are recommending a relaxation of almost one of the remaining measures to combat coronavirus – wearing masks at airports and in flight. Both bodies stressed in a joint statement last Wednesday that rescind the mandatory mask recommendation, noting, however, […]
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The mask will not be canceled – this is the verdict of experts
The decision to return students to schools without self-testing after the Easter break was made because it was suggested by a committee of experts “with whom we have had excellent cooperation since the start of the pandemic” and followed protocols, said Deputy Education Minister Zetta Macri. The official pointed out that the leadership of the […]
Elon Musk bought Twitter
Elon Musk acquired Twitter Inc. (TWTR.N) for $44 billion on Monday, in a deal that will transfer control of the most popular social media platform used by millions of users and celebrities around the world to the world’s richest man. The news was confirmed ahead of its official announcement by another Twitter board member, who […]
Expert plan for safe flying is ready
Tomorrow there will be a meeting of the expert commission, which will finally approve the plan for a coronavirus-free summer. What did the experts decide, and what measures will be canceled? Once again about the fourth dose. We are all tired of the pandemic, and the government promises that with slow but sure steps, guided […]
Deputy Minister on Fines, Certificates and the Fourth Dose of Vaccination
Deputy Health Minister Mina Ganga spoke about fines for not vaccinating older people and other changes to coronavirus measures. She noted that the fines fulfilled their mission: “Thousands of people over 60 have been vaccinated, and we expect even more in the summer, by autumn.” Therefore, the fine of 100 euros for unvaccinated people over […]
Let’s “throw off” the masks after Clean Monday, what the committee will propose
According to available information, a committee of experts, which meets every Wednesday (measures are announced every Thursday), will consider the possibility that the mandatory wearing of a mask in open spaces will no longer apply. We remind you that at the moment the use of a mask outdoors is mandatory. However, this measure is about […]
Coronovirus: about new mutations and masks
Matina Pagoni, head of ΕΙΝΑΠ, does not rule out the emergence of a new mutation of the coronavirus, and Nikos Tsanakis, professor of pulmonology at the University of Crete, does not promise a quick parting with masks. Ms Pagoni says: “The virus will not disappear, it will be here. Other sub-options may appear, no one […]
FFP2 masks: how not to make a mistake when buying
What to look for when buying an FFP2 mask? Experts recommend making sure that safety requirements are met. Safety standards are set by current legislation – national and EU. The Hellenic Ministry of Development has published information on what to look for when buying a protective accessory, referring to the General Directorate of Industry and […]
Romania: fine for … wearing a mask
Starting today, Romania is imposing a fine of $ 570 for wearing a cloth mask. Amid the rapid spread of the omicron strain, Romanian Interior Minister Lucian Bode told Digi 24 that a textile mask is not a reliable means of protection against it, and a $ 570 fine will be imposed for its use: […]