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Over 550,000 doses of vaccine now administered.

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Tuesday

A half of Mallorca's municipalities have had no new cases for fourteen days.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter01/06/2021 14:30

Masks have been mandatory indoors and out across most of Spain, regardless of social-distancing, since last summer.

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As infections dwindle, Spain mulls looser mask rules

Masks have been mandatory indoors and out across most of Spain, regardless of social-distancing, since last summer.

Reuters01/06/2021 10:30

Bar & Restaurant interiors.

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Bar & Restaurant owners desperate to open in the evenings

It’s likely that the closing time for bars and restaurants will be extended to 23:30, except in central Palma where it will be 23:00.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter01/06/2021 10:10

Casa-Museo Cultural Centre in tribute to Baltasar Porcel.

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Reactivating the Andratx economy

Andratx was badly affected by the Covid-19 crisis, but Mayor Joan Manera, is optimistic about the future.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter31/05/2021 10:11

Police on patrol in Palma.

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The curfew in Mallorca ends on Sunday

The Government will maintain port and airport controls in the Balearic Islands.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter31/05/2021 08:13

Travelers wait for luggage at an airport

International

Ireland to resume EU, UK and US travel from July 19

Ireland currently has the strictest travel curbs in the EU.

Reuters29/05/2021 12:30

Testing in Mallorca

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Friday

Twenty-nine new cases; a notable fall in the number of Mallorca's hospital patients.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter28/05/2021 14:50

Patient receiving treatment in hospital.

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Thrombosis cases confirmed in Mallorca

Under 60s who’ve already been vaccinated with AstraZeneca can choose which second jab they want by logging on to the BIT-Cita website after 15:00 today.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter28/05/2021 13:34

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Thursday

There's something about Thursdays - the third in a row with under 20 new cases.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter27/05/2021 15:34

Healthcare Professional vaccinating Ibiza Nursing Home resident.

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Balearic Nursing Homes are free of Covid-19

“Coronavirus has been especially cruel to the elderly, particularly those living in Nursing Homes.."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter27/05/2021 12:58

Vaccination in Mallorca

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Vaccination appointments for 45 to 49-year-olds

For 45 to 49-year-olds, the BitCita system will go live at 3pm on Thursday.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter27/05/2021 11:35

Vaccination against COVID-19

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Decline in Spanish COVID-19 infections slows

Over the past 14 days reached 126 cases per 100,000 people, down 13% in a week.

Reuters27/05/2021 10:37

Patients at Son Espases Hospital in Palma Mallorca

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Wednesday

Twenty-five new cases in Mallorca; incidence rates continue to drop.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter26/05/2021 13:32

Vaccination in Mallorca

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10,000 people have declined the vaccination

The over-80s provide the greatest certainty with regard to refusal, as they were being phoned.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter26/05/2021 11:32

Vaccination in Murcia

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Spain to receive 94 mln Pfizer vaccine doses from December under EU deal

The total is equivalent to twice the target population in Spain.

Reuters25/05/2021 14:49

Preparation for vaccination.

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Tuesday

33 new cases; over half a million doses of vaccine now administered.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter25/05/2021 14:37

Fernando Simón, Centre for the Coordination of Health Alerts and Emergencies

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Moderation of decrease in coronavirus cases

While the trend remains favourable, there are still regions with incidence above 200.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter25/05/2021 11:49

Vaccination in Mallorca

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Monday

Twenty new cases on Sunday; Balearics incidence rate has dropped below 40.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter24/05/2021 14:31

Vaccination at Son Dureta in Palma, Mallorca

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Saturday

Thirty-one new cases. There have been no new cases in 23 of Mallorca's municipalities for 14 days.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter22/05/2021 13:02

An interior of a restaurant which will now be open until 18.00

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The new measures in Mallorca as from Sunday

These restrictions come into effect at midnight on Saturday into Sunday.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter21/05/2021 15:21

Vaccination queue in Palma, Mallorca

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New vaccination centre possible for under-60s affected by AstraZeneca suspension

Final decisions yet to be taken regarding the under-60s who had a first dose of AstraZeneca.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter20/05/2021 12:42

Beaches in Manacor

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Spanish tourism looking to vaccines, UK green light, says Mallorca hotel boss

"Whether or not we bring the pandemic under control, these are trends that are here to stay."

Reuters20/05/2021 10:10

Intensive care at Son Llàtzer Hospital in Palma, Mallorca

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Wednesday: 30 new cases

Just 21 new cases in Mallorca; only six municipalities with increases in active cases.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter19/05/2021 16:53

A group of people in queue to receive a vaccination shot

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Spain approves Pfizer shots for under-60s who got AstraZeneca first dose -El Pais

The government had banned it for those aged under 60 due to blood clot concerns.

Reuters19/05/2021 09:57

President Francina Armengol of the Balearics

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Vaccination "at an extraordinary pace" in the Balearics

President Armengol denied that the Balearics is the region with the lowest vaccinated population.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter18/05/2021 17:53

Testing in Menorca

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Balearics coronavirus figures for Tuesday: 32 new cases

Ten more new cases than on Monday but a lower test rate because of many more tests.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter18/05/2021 16:59

Es Trenc, Mallorca.

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British tourists told: no PCR test for Mallorca if you've had both jabs!

An EU plan that allows tourists from low-risk countries, such as the UK to enter Europe without restrictions is expected to be approved on Wednesday.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter18/05/2021 12:42

Vials of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine

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Spanish study finds AstraZeneca vaccine followed by Pfizer dose is safe and effective

Few serious side effects were reported among the 600 participants.

Reuters18/05/2021 12:37

Catering Sector, Mallorca.

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Catering Sector desperate to reopen in Mallorca

"Opening measures have been achieved in other Sectors, but not in catering.."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter18/05/2021 09:51

People wearing masks, Palma.

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Could we soon be rid of face masks in Mallorca?

"It is very possible that outside measures, such as the use of masks can be relaxed in a few days," said CCAES Director, Dr Fernando Simón.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter18/05/2021 09:05