The Omicron wave could “paralyse not only the healthcare system, but also other infrastructure critical to the functioning of society”, say experts.

The Omicron wave could “paralyse not only the healthcare system, but also other infrastructure critical to the functioning of society”, say experts.
Polish schools returned to remote learning on Monday.
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It will soon make up 80% of new cases.
Today’s total of 27,278 new infections is close to the November peak.
There were 20.25% more deaths than the recent annual average, a higher rate than in any other member state.
The government says it will be “guided solely by hard data”.
Wieliczka Salt Mine has long been used as a health resort.
Grodzisk Mazowiecki has Poland’s second highest infection rate.
Mabion’s founder said the deal was “the first step” for vaccine production in Poland.
Poland recorded 15,698 positive COVID-19 tests today.
“Polish companies also want to get involved in the vaccine production process,” says the prime minister.
Masking and distancing requirements were breached, say the sanitary authorities.
People crossing the border from Czechia and Slovakia will need to quarantine.
Students are also exempted.