German Health Minister Jens Spahn says the country is facing a major outbreak of Covid-19 among those who have not been vaccinated as authorities raise awareness of an increase in infections due to the virus. But the reopening of the school.
In some parts of Germany, where vaccination rates are not as high as in others, the number of covid-19 infections is rising, as well as the number of covid-19 deaths, said Jens Spahn. So far, only 66.8 percent of the population has been fully vaccinated in the country, according to health ministry figures.
German health officials have also called for stronger inspections in public places where only those with evidence of the Covid-19 vaccine have been vaccinated. And residents will have to show a Covid-19 negative test no later than 48 hours to enter restaurants and cinemas or other public places.
Translated by SO VANNA IU