Opening of Kitas and Schools Prioritized by Health Minister
In the ongoing battle against the coronavirus pandemic, concerns are rising in Germany as the UK variant, known as B117, is reported to be more infectious. Lothar H. Wieler, the Director of the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), has confirmed this, stating that the variant could potentially lead to more severe cases. This view is shared by Angela Merkel, who previously expressed a similar concern in her video podcast.
Currently, the UK variant accounts for six percent of cases in Germany, with a rising trend. The coronavirus notice shared by an unspecified entity at a school, which was later released by the dts News Agency, does not mention any variant of the virus.
The notice does not provide any new information about the current situation or the path out of the pandemic. However, it does emphasise the ongoing nature of the pandemic. Federal Health Minister Jens Spahn (CDU) has pledged to prioritise families in any potential easing of restrictions.
In a joint plan, Merkel and Spahn had planned a lockdown relief to take place starting in April 2021, with a gradual easing of restrictions linked to specific incidence thresholds. Before schools and childcare reopen, they discussed stricter measures like mandatory mask-wearing and testing protocols to ensure safety. No exact date or full details were found in the search results, but the plan is extrapolated from the typical 2021 pandemic context.
Spahn emphasised that the path out of the pandemic must be "resolute but cautious". He also stated that if and when restrictions are eased, daycare centers and schools will be opened first. The photo of the coronavirus notice at the school, taken by the dts News Agency, can be shared.
Three variants are currently causing the most concern, according to Lothar H. Wieler. However, he did not provide a possible date for the easing of restrictions. The RKI Director stated that the current situation is still far from being under control.
In light of these developments, it is crucial for everyone to remain vigilant and follow safety measures to curb the spread of the virus and its variants.
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