648 new cases over the weekend: Balearics coronavirus figures, November 29
The test rate is up to 8.78%.
Incidence rates soar in the municipalities
Latest epidemiological report states that 84% of admissions to intensive care have not been vaccinated.
Government to require Covid passport for bar capacities of fifty and more
Due to be approved on Monday and then sent to the high court for ratification.
Another rise in cases: Balearics coronavirus figures for November 26
65 more new cases than on Thursday - test rate up to 7%.
Cases rising, but pressure on the health service far lower
Current figures suggest that a "sixth wave" has started.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Thursday, November 25
Fifty-two fewer new cases reported on Thursday.
Under-12 vaccination in the Balearics waiting on Spanish approval
"The moment the vaccine arrives, we will start using it."
Family gatherings this Christmas, but with masks and ventilation
No comparison with last Christmas, but safety measures still need to be maintained.
European Medicines Agency authorises Pfizer vaccine for 5 to 11 year olds
In the US, the vaccine has been licensed for children aged 5 to 11 for nearly a month.
Record number of Covid cases again in the Balearics
Further increase in the daily number of cases.
Covid Certificates may become compulsory in bars and restaurants in the Balearics
"After so much effort by society the most reasonable thing to do is extend the use of the Covid certificate, which is also a way to encourage vaccination..”
Balearics priority is vaccination, but new measures being reviewed
The opposition fear that bars and restaurants will bear the brunt of any new restrictions.
235 news cases of Covid in the Balearics in last 24 hours
The test rate for the 235 cases is lower than Monday's 79 cases; hospitalisations are down.
New measures for bars and restaurants being debated
Proposals being made according to regions' incidence levels.
Hospitals getting ready for Covid & Flu at the same time
The Health Department is advising people to make an appointment to get their flu vaccination by calling 971 211 998.
“No excuses” not to be vaccinated says Balearic government
The government, for the moment, is not planning on ramping up restrictions.
Covid fines expected to generate millions of euros in 2022
Collection forecasts for the whole year are down from 15.3 million euros in 2021 to 14.3 million euros next year.
Minorca returns to level 1 health alert on Monday due to the increase in cases
"We cannot let our guard down"
Balearics coronavirus figures for Friday, November 19
147 new cases on Thursday; 146 on Friday.
Fernando Simón questions the usefulness of the Covid certificate for bars
Spain's director of health emergencies says that the certificate is not as useful as "some think" for bars.
From bar shots to COVID shots, Spain's Benidorm beckons
"We have to keep reminding the British put their masks back on".
Balearics coronavirus figures for Thursday, November 18
Test rate back down below five per cent and a small fall in the number of new cases.
Second jab for travellers who have had Covid
Spain's protocol is one jab if you've had Covid; this is causing problems for foreign travel.
Over 60s to get Covid booster jab
“Continuing with the vaccination programme without pause is the best remedy in the face of the rebound of coronavirus cases in the country.."
Germans, Austrians line up for shots as COVID cases soar across Europe
Boris Johnson last week said he was cautious about rising cases in Europe.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Wednesday, November 17, 160 new cases
Fewer new cases, but the test rate still above the important five per cent mark.
Delta Plus variant of Covid is in the Balearic Islands
The new subvariant is 10-15% more contagious it does not appear to be more aggressive than the standard Delta variant.
Rural tourist accommodation in demand
"Housing for tourist use is in a phase of decline because of the current legislation, taxation, safety ratios and lower profitability..”
Highest number of cases since end-August: Balearics figures for November 16
Hospitalisations in Mallorca have increased.
Spain's regulator authorises Phase II trial for Spanish COVID-19 vaccine
Spanish pharmaceutical to test the COVID-19 vaccine on more than 1,000 volunteers.
Covid vaccination still very low in 30-39 age group
"The number of people admitted to the ICU who are not vaccinated is seven times higher than those who are.."
Worrying rise in cases: Balearics coronavirus figures for Friday, November 12
The daily test rate is up notably from Thursday.
Over 500 health workers have not been vaccinated
Over 9,500 frontline health professionals in the Balearics.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Thursday, November 11
14-day cumulative incidence close to 100.
Restrictions at Christmas not being ruled out
Restrictions, if a "sixth wave" looks likely.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Wednesday, November 10
The test rate for a lower number of new cases than on Tuesday has risen nevertheless.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Tuesday, November 9
Seventy-three more new cases than Monday, but this may have something to do with testing.
Restaurateurs optimistic in the run up to Christmas
See special Bulletin Festive Fun section for restaurants this Christmas.
Thousands in the Balearics refuse Covid vaccine
The 30-39 age group has the lowest number of people vaccinated with 128,795 having had at least one dose.
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