Three Cases of South African Mutation Confirmed in Brno Kindergarten
The first confirmed case of the South African mutation of the coronavirus was announced on Thursday, February 25th. A laboratory in Brno analyzed samples taken from staff and pupils in…
Government Retracts Guidance On “Double Masks” In Favour of Respirators Only
The tighter rules on facial coverings in indoor public spaces, which came into effect yesterday, originally permitted two surgical masks as a possible alternative. Last night Health Minister Jan Blatný…
Government Bans Travel to Brazil and Several Countries in Africa
The government has banned travel to several countries. Citizens and residents of the Czech Republic may not travel to Botswana, Brazil, Eswatini, South Africa, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia…
South Moravia Aiming To Vaccinate 70% of Population Within Six Months
The vaccination strategy of the South Moravian Region envisages that 70% of the population will be vaccinated by the end of August. Over million doses will be administered to achieve…
Stricter Lockdown Expected Due To Worsening Covid-19 Situation in Czech Republic
The government is expected to further tighten anti-epidemic measures in response to the significant number of active cases of coronavirus in the Czech Republic, the strain on hospitals and the…
Czech Hospital System Under Strain As Hospitalisations Remain High
Given the current situation in hospitals and the spread of the British mutation in the Czech Republic, the health system is at risk of collapse. In response to the persistently…
Quarantine Rules To Be Relaxed For People Who Have Been Vaccinated
People who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19, or who have tested positive in the last three months, may not be required to quarantine after coming into contact with a…
Respirators Mandatory In Shops and On Public Transport From Thursday
Given the current epidemiological situation, the Czech government has tightened protection measures against coronavirus. From Thursday, a respirator or two surgical masks must be worn in shops, services, airports, and…
Government Closure of Retail Stores Ruled Unconstitutional
Following a complaint from more than 60 senators, the Constitutional Court has confirmed that the closure of retail stores in the Czech Republic is against the constitution. According to the…
Masaryk University’s Volunteering Programme Continues At Full Speed
Masaryk University’s volunteer center continues to expand and respond to the challenges of the coronavirus. From vaccination efforts to support for the elderly, students from MUNI remain active at the…