Infections have again begun to rise.

Infections have again begun to rise.
The Omicron wave could “paralyse not only the healthcare system, but also other infrastructure critical to the functioning of society”, say experts.
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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.
An estimated 20,000 tourists descended on Zakopane.
Marcin Waligóra
Despite controversies, Poland’s strategy has been quite effective so far.
Restaurants, bars and gyms remain closed.
Patryk Wachowiec
Without a state of emergency, the government’s measures may be unconstitutional.
A registration system will open on 15 January.
The youngest three year groups will return next Monday.
Only Germany and Italy have higher figures.
The health minister has announced initial findings of an inspection.
Almost half a million people died in Poland last year, 20% higher than the recent annual average.