Covid infection has gained new momentum

The coronavirus is mutating further and evading immunity from vaccinations and previous infections.

This was reported by the Public Health Agency, which saw a rise over the summer as the number of Covid-19 patients in hospitals increased.

There are now about 100 patients with coronavirus in hospital in the Stockholm area.

However, there are no figures on how widespread the infection is in the community, as only those seeking care are being tested these days.

But the agency assumes that the higher spread of infection continues now that many people are returning to work and school.

vaccination

The recommendation is for regions to offer vaccinations to older adults and at-risk groups against both COVID-19 and influenza starting October 15.

The Stockholm region will follow the recommendation and start efforts thereafter.

Vaccines are only given to recommended groups. Decisions on which vaccinations will be offered to the general public will be made at the end of the year, according to the press service of the Department of Health and Medical Services.

New dose this spring

The vaccines offered are Comirnati or Bemervax, and must be updated in the fall to detect the latest mutations.

In the spring, another dose is recommended for those over 80 years of age and for those over 65 years of age who need care and assistance at home.

They get vaccinated.

Those who are 65 years of age or older this year.

Those who have a disease or anything else that increases the risk of serious illness.

Pregnant women after 12 weeks.

However: Anyone who has had COVID-19 after August 1 and does not have a weakened immune system does not need to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

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