Slovenia declares the termination of the COVID-19 pandemic within its borders.
Slovenia Puts the Breaks on COVID-19, But Vax Game Ain't Over Yet
After a wild ride, Slovenia has officially declared an end to the COVID-19 epidemic, according to Euronews. But don't break out the party hats just yet, folks. The Slovenian Ministry of Health isn't pulling the plug on the pandemic quite yet—vaccination for the population and some restrictions are still on the table.
So, what does that mean for you and your weekend plans? In the Slovenian Republic, visitors to restaurants, hotels, and events are no longer required to prove they've been vaxxed, recovered from the virus, or tested negative. While this is a step in the right direction, the ins and outs of ongoing vaccination measures in Slovenia remain a bit murky.
Let's take a look at the latest numbers: In the last 24 hours, 112 new cases and two deaths have been reported. To date, a whopping 769,248 Slovenian residents have gotten at least one dose of Western-produced vaccines, and 551,906 adults have been fully vaccinated. Right now, there are 122 patients hospitalized, with 40 in intensive care units.
The COVID-19 epidemic was first declared by the Slovenian government on October 19, 2020. But don't get too comfortable—this isn't the first time the government has declared an end to the epidemic.
On a broader European level, there's a focus on maintaining high vaccine coverage for other diseases to prevent reintroduction and sustained transmission within the EU/EEA region. However, unlike the UK with its COVID-19 vaccination program slated for Spring 2025, there's no specific mention of similar programs in Slovenia in the provided information.
Lastly, let's talk about the World Health Organization's pandemic treaty, a hot topic that's sparked discussions about vaccination policies. Contrary to some rumors, the treaty does not impose vaccination requirements or force countries to adopt specific health measures.
All in all, Slovenia's officially declared the end of the COVID-19 epidemic, but vacation plans are still subject to change—so keep an eye on those vaccination measures and restrictions. In the meantime, cheers to the steps forward, but remember, we ain't out of the woods just yet!
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- The ongoing vaccination measures in Slovenia, a key aspect of health-and-wellness and general news, remain unclear, despite the country declaring an end to the COVID-19 epidemic.
- In the field of medical-conditions and science, the World Health Organization's pandemic treaty, currently a topic of interest, does not mandate vaccination requirements or specific health measures for countries.
