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The peak of the current coronavirus wave is behind us in terms of the number of infections. The Ministry of Health released the latest epidemic data. In the last seven days, 19 people fell ill with COVID-21. 927 people. 157 people died. In the previous week, there were 26 thousand. 969 infections. Last day there were 3840 coronavirus infections in our country. 19 people have died due to COVID-34.
- Last week there was 21 thousand. 927 cases of COVID-19, 157 people died
- Last day, 3 coronavirus infections were detected in Poland, 840 people died due to COVID-19
- 12 tests were performed for the presence of the virus
- 24 doses of vaccine were administered in the last 22 hours
- You can find more up-to-date information on the TvoiLokony home page
The sixth wave in retreat. Weekly report of the Ministry of Health
On August 31, the Ministry of Health published a weekly report on infections and deaths from COVID-19.
For the period 𝟮𝟱.𝟬𝟴.𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮-𝟯𝟭.𝟬𝟴.𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮 we have 21 927 (including 3 re-infections) confirmed cases of coronavirus infection from the following voivodships: Mazowieckie (912), Śląskie (3308), Małopolskie (2746), Wielkopolskie (1914), Lubelskie (1740), Łódź (1462), Dolnośląskie (1403), Podkarpackie (1365), Kuyavian-Pomeranian (1257), Pomeranian (1053), Podlasie (1019), West Pomeranian (922), Warmian-Masurian (840), Świętokrzyskie (815), Opole (795), Lubuskie (559).
259 infections are data without specifying an address, which will be completed by the sanitary inspection. Seven people died due to COVID-19, 37 people died due to the coexistence of COVID-19 with other diseases.
The number of coronavirus infections 6 176 885/117 093 (all positive / including deceased persons).
In the previous week, August 18-24, we had 26 thousand. 969 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Poland. 138 patients died during this time as a result of the infection.
The decline in the number of infections is also visible in the statistics. The latest data, as of August 31, says about 3840 cases of coronavirus. Last Wednesday, that number was 4397.
19 people died last day due to COVID-34. According to the Ministry of Health, no one recovered. On the last day, 12 tests for the presence of SARS-CoV-723 were performed.
What is the course of the pandemic in Poland? You will see in the chart below:
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Experts emphasize that too few tests for the virus are carried out in Poland. You can find specific test figures here:
Which provinces have the most infections?
The largest number of infections during the past day was detected in the province. Mazowieckie – 603.
The situation in the provinces with the highest daily number of infections is presented in the following charts:
This is the fastest way to catch the Omikron BA. 5. Five dangerous behaviors
Although the latest wave of coronavirus, both in Poland and in many other countries, is starting to weaken, we still do not know what the future will look like and when the pandemic will end. The coronavirus is evolving all the time, some people will be infected several times, even despite vaccinations. Experts list several elements that make the virus much more likely to reach us.
What behaviors are the most likely to expose us to Omicron BA.5 contamination? Experts note that you are at greatest risk of infection if you:
You’re not wearing a mask. Regardless of the currently dominant coronavirus variant, several things are indisputable. One of them is wearing a mask as part of protection against infection. Its lack in crowded places, especially indoors, can increase the risk of contracting COVID-19. «If COVID-19 spreads in your area, stay safe by taking simple precautions such as walking distance, wearing a mask, ventilating rooms properly, avoiding crowds, washing your hands and coughing on a bent elbow or a handkerchief. Also check the local regulations in the place of residence and work », urges the World Health Organization.
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You are traveling irresponsibly. In many countries, masks are still in force in mass transport, including airplanes, and at airports. However, a significant proportion of travelers do not follow these rules, making these places a high-risk area of contracting the coronavirus.
You ignore epidemic indicators. In Poland, as in other countries, daily reports on the current numbers related to infection take into account not only national data, but also those at the voivodeship and poviat level. The situation is not the same everywhere. Therefore, tracking the number and structure of cases in the immediate area is crucial to adjusting behavior to the level of risk.
You don’t keep your distance. If we are dealing with a large number of infections in our area, we should be especially careful in closed crowded rooms. This applies to everyone, especially those who are more prone to infections. These rules are, first and foremost, wearing masks and keeping social distance. – Confined spaces full of people are places where you are most likely to catch the virus. Therefore, you must remember to keep your distance. If you cannot avoid visiting such a place and you do not have a mask, make sure it is well ventilated. Dr. Robert Wachter, chairman of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of California, appeals.
You still haven’t got vaccinated. Finally, the most important element – according to experts – of coronavirus-related prophylaxis, i.e. vaccination. While the emerging variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, especially the now dominant Omikron, are becoming more and more contagious and affect even vaccinated and previously infected people, vaccines and booster doses protect against the serious consequences of contracting COVID-19.