EKPA epidemiology professor Athena Linou spoke in favor of revising measures to relax the vaccinated, as well as resuming the use of the mask outdoors. When asked whether the freedoms of those who are vaccinated should be reconsidered (in terms of indoor regulations), Ms. Linow replied: “Of course, they should be revised, because a new […]
The importance of mask use in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and public awareness has been demonstrated in the largest real-world study recently published. The study systematically examined whether mask use helps slow the spread of COVID-19 in society. Two important findings are that mask use significantly reduces symptoms of COVID-19 infection, especially among […]
On Wednesday, August 25, 103,142 checks were carried out in the country, of which 61,800 were at the airport. 270 violations were confirmed, five people were detained by the police. Monitoring the implementation of measures against the spread of coronavirus continues at an intensive pace throughout Greece. The number of detected cases of COVID-19 remains […]
In the monastery of St. Paraskeva in Eordea, the abbot, Elder Maxim, placed the inscription: “It is forbidden to wear a mask inside the Holy Monastery” and “Masks are worn by robbers, not Christians.” In an interview with the Live News of the MEGA channel, Gerontas Maximos (Γέροντας Μάξιμος) claims that he does not urge […]
The raging fires in Attica generously fill the atmosphere with particles hazardous to health. Just one hour on the street is tantamount to smoking 10 cigarettes, the pulmonology professor warns, and gives recommendations. Nikos Tsanakis, professor of pulmonology at the University of Crete, draws attention to the catastrophic deterioration of the atmosphere due to fires […]
Compliance audits continue at an unrelenting pace. This time, fines in the amount of 59,700 euros were levied for violations. In addition to this, the work of two companies was suspended. Yesterday, July 3, 97,368 inspections were carried out by the competent audit services (EL.AS, Coast Guard, EAD, DIMEA, SEPE, Regional and Municipal Police), while […]
The announcement of when the mandatory wearing of a mask in open spaces will be canceled will be made today by the Ministry of Health. As announced, “a briefing for the accredited media will take place at the Ministry of Health today, Wednesday 23 June at 18:00. It will be attended by: Deputy Minister of […]
We are expected to stop wearing masks outdoors soon, as noted by Panayiotis Arkumaneas, President of the National Public Health Organization (EODY). He said, speaking at the SKAI 100.3 radio station, that in the near future there will be benefits for vaccinated citizens. At the same time, according to professor of hygiene and epidemiology and […]
Alquiviades Vatopoulos, professor of microbiology and member of the Committee of Specialists in Epidemiologists, spoke about the measures to protect against the virus and the fear of vaccination. “You shouldn’t rush to get rid of the mask, as it is a very useful self-defense tool. Gradually, of course, masks will be phased out, but for […]