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2 new cases of coronavirus in Greece today and 2 deaths
ATHENS. The total number of deaths is now 165 and the total number of cases is 2,836 - 24 patients intubated in ICUs.
15 new cases of coronavirus in Greece today and 1 death
ATHENS. The total number of deaths is now 163 and the total number of cases is 2,834. 22 patients remain intubated in ICUs.
Reopening of catering establishments and cafes - the rules and regulations
ATHENS. The Minister of the Interior Takis Theodorikakos to present the new legislation for tables and chairs in public areas to Parliament.
Italy to free up travel from 3 June - Quarantine measures for travellers between France and Spain
The numbers of coronavirus cases and deaths are falling. Temperatures are rising and lockdown measures are being lifted in one European country after another.
9 new cases of coronavirus in Greece today and 2 deaths
ATHENS. The total number of cases in Greece is now 2,819, of which 55.2% are males.
Green light from health experts for catering establishments to reopen on 25 May
ATHENS. The health committee has approved the reopening of restaurants and cafes on 25 May.
Suspension of flights to and from Greece extended for some countries
Suspension of flights has been extended for Italy, Spain, UK, Netherlands, Turkey, Albania and North Macedonia. All international flights must only land at Athens International Airport.
40 new cases of coronavirus in Greece today and 4 deaths
ATHENS. In today΄s update Prof. Sotiris Tsiodras said there were 40 new cases on coronavirus in Greece today.
Slovenia and Baltic States out of lockdown
The global coronavirus death toll has passed 300,000, with cases nearing 4.5 million. The U.S. accounts for more than a quarter of all fatalities!
"We΄re fighting for our life and our bread and butter" - Tourism sector employees demonstrate
CORFU. Employees in the tourism sector in Corfu, anxious about the future of their jobs, demonstrated today, Friday 15th, outside the Old Regional Building.
΄Restart your engines!΄ - Aegean Airlines to increase frequency of domestic flights
ATHENS. By the end of May, the airline will also gradually resume its air connections from Athens to the key European destinations.
140 world leaders and former leaders demand that the vaccine be made available to all people free of charge
The coronavirus that causes COVID-19 may "never go away," according to the World Health Organization, which said it could become endemic like HIV
10 new cases of coronavirus in Greece today and 1 death
ATHENS. It΄s not out of the question that coronavirus may become endemic and circulate like the common cold - Total number of deaths 156 - Total number of cases 2,770 - 24 patients intubated in ICUs
Clarification from Hospital Director regarding coronavirus lab
CORFU. The Corfu Hospital Director told Enimerosi that there were no objections to acquiring the lab. There were different views as to what was the best solution for Corfu.
Organised beaches to reopen on Saturday - with rules
ATHENS. Based on the weather forecasts, epidemiological data and the recommendations of the Infectious Diseases Committee, it has been decided to reopen the 515 organised beaches in Greece on Saturday 16 May.
BBC interview with Greek Minister of Tourism: We will safeguard the health of our citizens and visitors with diagnostic tests
Greek Minister of Tourism Haris Theoharis was interviewed on BBC World News on Wednesday 13 May.
Coronavirus diagnostic lab at Corfu Hospital
CORFU. It seems that pressure from tourist professionals and organisations and the acquisition of a PCR testing lab for coronavirus overcame resistance from the hospital administration.
TUI expects to restart cruise ships with less occupancy
HANOVER. No self-service. COVID tests will be carried out during the cruise with additional medical staff. The company will work closely with ports to develop joint procedures to handle any possible COVID-19 cases.
