As omicron infections rise in Germany, COVID restrictions remain in place
BERLIN (AP) — As the highly contagious omicron form spurs a dramatic spike in illnesses, Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Germany’s 16 state governors voted Monday to maintain
Japan tightens COVID restrictions, notably in Tokyo, as the number of cases rises
TOKYO, Japan (AP) – As a surge in omicron cases threatens to paralyze society, the Japanese government will set new limitations for COVID-19 in Tokyo and a dozen other regions starting Friday, allowing local leaders to shorten restaurant hours.
Denmark eliminates COVID restrictions
Despite the spread of the Omicron strain in Denmark, Denmark relaxed a number of COVID-19 limitations and authorized the reopening of select locations on Sunday.
France: Unvaccinated people are no longer allowed in public places
Unvaccinated people will be excluded from all restaurants, sports arenas, and other public places, according to a law passed by France’s parliament on Sunday.
Uganda requires all visitors to undergo Covid-19 testing
The government has ordered that all travelers and truck drivers entering Uganda undergo an obligatory Covid-19 PCR test at their own expense at every entry point.
Omicron: Europe and the U.S. consider isolation as cases increase
Omicron: Long quarantine periods are threatening the running of health systems and other industries since illnesses are on the rise.
As Omicron threat develops, Canada is likely to tighten travel restrictions
According to CBC News, Canada is anticipated to tighten foreign travel restrictions with additional measures set to be unveiled on Wednesday in order to combat the spread of the Omicron coronavirus type.
WHO: Weekly COVID cases drop in Europe
Following a streak of weekly rises, the World Health Organization’s European area saw a modest decline in both COVID-19 infections and fatalities last week.
Italy tightens limitations on the unvaccinated with the new COVID pass
Italy has become the latest European country to tighten vaccination requirements for persons who have not been vaccinated.
Denmark: Omicron cases increase due to Belgian protests
Denmark reported an alarming surge to 183 confirmed cases of the new Omicron strain on Sunday (December 5).