Police Raise Charges Against Virus Sceptic Suspect
Police have raised charges against a suspected virus sceptic for spreading false information in connection with coronavirus, a National Police Headquarters spokesman said.
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Epidemic Left Strong Mark on Demographics in 2020
The number of births increased in Hungary in 2020 but the number of deaths outpaced this markedly, the Central Statistical Office (KSH) said, noting the heavy toll left by the coronavirus epidemic.
Hungary Records 128 Covid Fatalities, 1,130 New Infections
Fully 128 patients, generally elderly with co-morbidities, died over the past 24 hours, while 1,130 new infections were registered, koronavirus.gov.hu said on Wednesday.
Merkely: Sinopharm Jab Provides Proper Protection
The Sinopharm vaccine produces many hundred times the number of antibodies after two jabs than that after someone is infected by the virus, the rector of Budapest’s Semmelweis University said, rejecting news reports that a third dose might be needed in certain cases.
Social Safety Net Strengthening in Hungary
The social safety net has been strengthening in Hungary and the number of Hungarians living in deep poverty has been continually falling since 2012, the daily Magyar Nemzet said.
Hungary Records 137 Covid Fatalities, 726 New Infections
Fully 137 patients, generally elderly with co-morbidities, died over the past 24 hours, while 726 new infections were registered, koronavirus.gov.hu said on Tuesday.
Szijjártó: Hungary Has Enough Vaccine for Everyone Who Asks for It
Hungary is the first country in Europe where enough vaccine is available for everyone who asks for it, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said after talks with Pfizer’s Hungarian director.
Weather Alert: Strong Wind to Come
According to the weather forecast, a cool down will reach our country on Wednesday (5th May) bringing strong wind and rainfall.
Vaccination for Internationals
The Government of Hungary is now offering vaccination to foreign citizens living in Hungary. This requires registration, which can be done on vakcinainfo.gov.hu
COVID-19 updates in Hungary, as of 1 May
COVID-19 updates in Hungary, as of 1 May: