Austria Announces Lockdown and Mandatory Vaccinations Amidst Covid Surge
Latest Updates and Statistics
Austria has reported a significant increase in Covid-19 cases, prompting the government to implement a national lockdown effective Monday. The lockdown will come alongside a mandatory vaccination policy, a measure aimed at controlling the spread of the virus.
Current Situation
As of Friday, Austria had recorded 4,574,722 Covid-19 infections and 18,916 related deaths. In the previous 24 hours, Austria reported 9,388 new cases, approaching an all-time high.
Lockdown and Vaccination Policy
The government's decision to impose a lockdown and mandate vaccinations follows a surge in infections and hospitalizations. The lockdown will restrict movement and gatherings, while the mandatory vaccination policy will require citizens to be fully vaccinated by February 2023.
Unvaccinated Population
Around 2 million people in Austria remain unvaccinated, prompting the government to take action to protect the population and prevent further strain on the healthcare system.
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