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Sebastian Kurz wants to reopen all shops from May.
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Vice-Chancellor Werner Kogler said the situation would be reassessed at the end of April.
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The protective mask requirement applies to all shops and local public transport after Easter.
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Austria wants to go back to everyday life. Sebastian Kurz (33, ÖVP) announced a loosening of the strict corona measures on Monday morning. It should start already after Easter.
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But gradually. “Please keep to the Corona measures and do not celebrate with relatives and friends,” the Austrian Chancellor appealed at the beginning of his speech.
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His exit strategy looks like this:
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Shops can open again after Easter – but only those with up to 400 square meters as well as DIY megastores with garden centers
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The mask requirement applies from April 14 in all shops and public transport
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The exit restrictions will be maintained until the end of April
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The goal: The entire trade should run again by May 1st
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Hairdressing salons will also be allowed to reopen from May 1st
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Restaurants, hotels and schools may not open again until mid-May at the earliest
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Exams in schools may take place under strict conditions
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No concerts and other events until the end of June
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The number of new infections decreases daily
Even before the first death in Austria on March 12, Sebastian Kurz had restricted travel. Nothing has been going anywhere in the country since March 16: schools and universities are closed, you can only go out for shopping. The protective mask requirement followed later.
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The measures worked. The situation eased somewhat three weeks later. To date, Austria has recorded only 204 deaths. The number of new infections decreases daily. Austria also wants to rely on antibody tests and the evaluation of location data in order to keep the crisis under control.
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“The quick and restrictive reaction now also gives us the opportunity to get out of this crisis more quickly,” Kurz justified his tough-nosed course on Monday. “However, only if we continue to consistently adhere to the measures and stand together as well as we have done so far.”
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Emergency brake is provided
However, should the easing lead to a relapse, Austria already has an eye on the emergency brake. Vice Chancellor Werner Kogler (58, Greens) spoke of a “remeasurement of the situation” at the end of April. That is painful, but necessary.
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Austria is the first country in Europe with a concrete exit strategy. Kurz’s plan could be exemplary for other European nations.
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Corona virus—
The corona virus currently keeps the world in suspense. Many countries take measures such as closing schools or borders and restricting public events to prevent them from spreading. The virus is also rampant in Switzerland. All current information and figures on the subject are available in the Coronavirus ticker.
Do I have the corona virus or just the flu?—
The corona virus continues to spread – also in Switzerland. Especially in the flu season, it is difficult to assess yourself whether you have the corona virus or whether you simply have the usual flu. The differences are fine, but there are. LOOK clears up.
Protection against corona virusRecommendations from the Federal Office of Public Health on how you can protect yourself:
Hygiene measures
- Wash hands: Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use a hand disinfectant.
- Don’t sneeze into your hands: sneeze or cough into a handkerchief; or if you don’t have one, in the crook of your arm.
- Dispose of handkerchiefs correctly: Handkerchiefs should be disposed of in a closed waste bin after use.
- Stay at home with fever and cough.
Minimize contact
- Stay at home and avoid contact with people wherever possible.
- Only leave the house in the following exceptional situations: Shopping for groceries / Visiting a doctor or pharmacy / Home office is not possible for your work / You have to help other people.
- If possible, keep a distance of 2 meters from your fellow human beings, for example when queuing or at meetings.
- Avoid contact with people who have difficulty breathing or coughing.
- Avoid public transportation.
- Have everything that is possible delivered to your home.
- Important: no greeting kisses, no hugs, no shaking hands.
Stay informed
- Follow the local instructions and recommendations. Strictly adhere to the rules and announcements of the authorities.
- Infoline Coronavirus: 058 463 00 00, available 24 hours a day
- BAG info page: bag-coronavirus.ch
When should you see a doctor?
- If you experience symptoms (difficulty breathing, coughing or fever), do not go public and contact a doctor or health care facility immediately – first by telephone.
have patience
- The situation remains the same until further notice. The federal government provides regular information on current developments. It is now more important than ever: keep calm and sit down together.
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